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Indonesia strengthens Turkish defence ties with Kizilelma drone order

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Indonesia strengthens Turkish defence ties with Kizilelma drone order

11th May 2026

Indonesia’s purchase of 12 drones with options for an additional 48 is the third deal in as many years between Indonesian and Turkish defence industries, bolstering the former’s plans to strengthen its own domestic production and defence industry.

Brazil air focus: Army set to dominate country’s $631.67 million UAV market from 2028

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Brazil air focus: Army set to dominate country’s $631.67 million UAV market from 2028

11th May 2026

The Brazilian Army is forecast to spend $279.15 million on UAVs from 2026, exceeding the Brazilian Navy’s $227.51 million forecast spend, although the naval force was an earlier adopter of the capability.

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US Air Force prepares to test uncrewed F-16 VISTA in challenging scenarios

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Th mission systems upgrade of the X-62 VISTA variant of the F-16 will allow the air force to evaluate the jet in more demanding environments.

Lockheed’s deal to triple PAC-3 MSE production opens doors to portfolio boost

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7th January 2026

The framework agreement with the US Department of Defense would see Lockheed Martin increase production capacity from 600 to 2,000 interceptors per year.

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The US Army plans to award a contract through its Flight School Next competition to replace its UH-72A Lakota by late 2026.

Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

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Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

6th January 2026

The NATO country continues to focus on building up its maritime surveillance and enforcement capabilities as part of a major investment in its Arctic defences.

Spain moves ahead with transport, intelligence and training aircraft modernisation efforts

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6th January 2026

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year

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