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India’s military integration drive faces interoperability hurdles

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India’s military integration drive faces interoperability hurdles

22nd October 2026

Senior military leaders have highlighted the need for interoperable systems, common data standards and closer cooperation between India's armed services.

UK A400M Saudi deployment highlights airlifter’s role as Airbus pursues upgrades

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UK A400M Saudi deployment highlights airlifter’s role as Airbus pursues upgrades

21st October 2026

Airbus is developing new capabilities for its A400M transport aircraft as European countries consider future airlift requirements and the UK plans to deploy the aircraft to Saudi Arabia.

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    India’s military integration drive faces interoperability hurdles

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    AUSA 2026: companies adapt munitions and missiles for greater effect at lower costs

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Networked advantage: keeping unmanned systems in the loop with battlefield radio technology

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FCAS future fighter jet collapse: where does Europe’s next-generation air power go next?

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Eurosatory 2026: has the time finally come for Oshkosh’s hybrid electric JLTV?

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