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US Navy to deploy UAVs with standard munitions in long-range strikes

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US Navy to deploy UAVs with standard munitions in long-range strikes

19th February 2026

As part of the Runway Independent Maritime & Expeditionary Strike programme, the US Navy is pursuing drones capable of delivering palletised rounds or 1,000lb-class munitions.

Turkey targets Italian market with strategic partnership on USVs and hybrid platforms

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Turkey targets Italian market with strategic partnership on USVs and hybrid platforms

19th February 2026

Havelsan, VN Maritime and Piloda Defence will collaborate to develop and integrate a range of maritime solutions with a view to secure a first procurement contract in Italy in the first half of this year.

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    Turkey targets Italian market with strategic partnership on USVs and hybrid platforms

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    US Navy to deploy UAVs with standard munitions in long-range strikes

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    Turkey targets Italian market with strategic partnership on USVs and hybrid platforms

  • US Army plans Q2 prototype proposal request for its Mobile Tactical Cannon programme

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High tension in the High North – a wake-up call for NATO’s future Arctic defence efforts?

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High tension in the High North – a wake-up call for NATO’s future Arctic defence efforts?

20th January 2026

Any potential ‘Arctic Sentry’ mission would be months in the planning, but with tensions high in the region given the US’s push for Greenland, NATO countries will need to continue to emphasise their commitment to the region, analysts have s...

GA-ASI makes strides with further MQ-20 intercept test success

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GA-ASI makes strides with further MQ-20 intercept test success

19th January 2026

The latest test of advanced autonomy development focused on human-machine teaming, loading a mission profile onto the platform.

UK and France signal shift to autonomous helicopters to boost naval power

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UK and France signal shift to autonomous helicopters to boost naval power

16th January 2026

Recent developments in France and the UK highlight how autonomous helicopters are becoming central to naval force design as navies seek to integrate crewed and uncrewed systems at sea.

Early prototype of General Dynamics M1E3 main battle tank displayed at Detroit auto show

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Early prototype of General Dynamics M1E3 main battle tank displayed at Detroit auto show

16th January 2026

The first prototype M1E3 main battle tank was handed over to the US Army for testing and evaluation earlier this year, and now a pre-prototype has been unveiled. What have we learned from the vehicle first seen on 14 January?

US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

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US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

15th January 2026

The platforms will be tested in multiple missions to define performance requirements for a coming acquisition programme.

Bulgaria to receive first Strykers in February as part of force equipment refresh

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Bulgaria to receive first Strykers in February as part of force equipment refresh

15th January 2026

The delivery of the Stryker infantry fighting vehicles will form one piece of the country’s effort to re-equip its forces, which includes F-16 fighter jets and new air defence systems.

Edge and Indra to form manufacturing entity to meet European loitering munition demand

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Edge and Indra to form manufacturing entity to meet European loitering munition demand

15th January 2026

Once approved by shareholders, the newly established manufacturing company will be developed in Spain and will look to address the burgeoning demand for loitering munitions from Spain and the rest of Europe.

US pledges to become “AI-first warfighting force” as navy hits new autonomy milestone

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US pledges to become “AI-first warfighting force” as navy hits new autonomy milestone

14th January 2026

A memo released on Monday outlines three key areas where the Pentagon can accelerate its adoption of artificial intelligence, including paths to finding new ways to integrate AI in combat, while the US Navy continues to push ahead with AI-e...

Rheinmetall KF41 Lynx fighting vehicles set for first taste of combat in Ukraine

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Rheinmetall KF41 Lynx fighting vehicles set for first taste of combat in Ukraine

14th January 2026

A June 2024 agreement with Ukraine for Rheinmetall to provide 10 KF41s along with the establishment of a manufacturing facility in the country has moved a step closer, with the factory now built and a contract signed.

US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

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US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

14th January 2026

The US Department of Defence along with its services and agencies have been increasing efforts to enhance the uncrewed aerial vehicle capabilities to succeed in future warfare.

What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

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What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

14th January 2026

As HII prepares to deliver its latest AI-enabled uncrewed surface vessel later this year, its major UK facility expansion aligns with the UK Royal Navy’s plans for a hybrid fleet.

Project Nightfall to test fire deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine by 2027

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Project Nightfall to test fire deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine by 2027

13th January 2026

The UK competition for industry to develop deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine in its war effort against Russia will also provide benefits for the country’s own long-range strike efforts.

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