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Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

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Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

2nd December 2025

The MQ-7C uncrewed aircraft is currently undergoing further internal flight tests ahead of a government test event anticipated for next year.

NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

2nd December 2025

During the latest edition of the NATO DiBaX, the alliance tested multiple capabilities to inform requirements for future efforts.

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  • Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

    Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

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    NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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  • Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

    Airbus MQ-72C Lakota Connector progress on track ahead of pending USMC decision

  • NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

    NATO experiments with solutions to integrate networks, AI and uncrewed systems

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Polish Armed Forces agrees deal to acquire 10,000 Warmate loitering munitions

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Polish Armed Forces agrees deal to acquire 10,000 Warmate loitering munitions

16th May 2025

Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister vows that the country “will not be left behind” as the Ministry of Defense (MoD) announces its intention to acquire 10,000 Warmate loitering munitions for the Polish army.

Drones, C-UAS and air base investments top the list in $42 billion US-Qatar defence deal

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Drones, C-UAS and air base investments top the list in $42 billion US-Qatar defence deal

16th May 2025

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems secured a nearly $2 billion deal for MQ-9B uncrewed aerial systems, while Raytheon’s counter-UAS system was secured for $1 billion.

TAI and Airbus collaborate on Hurjet trainer for Spain

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TAI and Airbus collaborate on Hurjet trainer for Spain

15th May 2025

The Hurjet is pitched as the front runner for the Spanish Air Force’s Advanced Jet Trainer replacement programme for its ageing F-5M aircraft.

Bell’s FLRAA receives MV-75 designation from US Army, first operational division revealed

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Bell’s FLRAA receives MV-75 designation from US Army, first operational division revealed

15th May 2025

The US Army also added that it would push to get the long-range assault aircraft online “years ahead” of its original 2030 timeline.

Brazilian Congress to review constitution amendment to secure defence budget increase

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Brazilian Congress to review constitution amendment to secure defence budget increase

15th May 2025

An amendment to the Brazilian Constitution currently under discussion would permanently assign 2% of annual GDP to the defence budget, potentially cementing modernisation programmes for the country’s armed forces.

Netherlands bolsters armed forces with Leopard tanks and Puma UAS fleet upgrades

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Netherlands bolsters armed forces with Leopard tanks and Puma UAS fleet upgrades

14th May 2025

The procurement announcements emphasise the Dutch Ministry of Defence’s response to NATO’s call for heavier combat capabilities for land operations.

UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year

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UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year

14th May 2025

Further tests will be carried out on the existing fleet, ahead of the Royal Air Force’s anticipated transition from MQ-9A Reaper aircraft to the MQ-9B Protector by the end of 2025.

What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?

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What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?

14th May 2025

Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.

US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

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US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

13th May 2025

Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.

US Army cancels FTUAS and the MQ-1 Gray Eagle as part of the Army Transformation Initiative

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US Army cancels FTUAS and the MQ-1 Gray Eagle as part of the Army Transformation Initiative

13th May 2025

Last week, it was revealed that the US Army intended to cancel the long-running Future Tactical UAS (FTUAS). The revelation, no doubt part of the Army Transformation Initiative (ATI), came a week after the force highlighted that it would ca...

UK receives two additional F-35B aircraft as deliveries resume

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UK receives two additional F-35B aircraft as deliveries resume

12th May 2025

The two aircraft were delivered in the TR-3 configuration, bringing the RAF one step closer to fulfilling its order for 48 F-35B aircraft.

Lockheed Martin builds first Saudi Arabian THAAD components

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Lockheed Martin builds first Saudi Arabian THAAD components

12th May 2025

The THAAD launcher was first procured by Saudi Arabia in 2017, with local production a key condition of the sale.

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