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Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

27th January 2026

The presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group in the Persian Gulf means additional naval and aerial capabilities, which provides the US with multiple attacking options.

January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

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January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

27th January 2026

The first month of 2026 has seen activity in the MALE, rotary-wing, and loitering munition UAV markets, with significant investments and commitments from Germany, Turkey, the UAE and the US. At the same time, questions over loitering munition performance in Ukraine highlight the growing scrutiny alongside rising demand.

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  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

  • January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

    January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

    Layered protection: How air defence is adapting to rising drone and missile threats (podcast)

  • Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

    Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2026)

  • January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

    January Drone Digest: MALE, rotary-wing and loitering munition UAVs dominate early 2026

  • Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

    Airbus Helicopters sees defence portfolio’s “strong momentum” continue into 2026

  • Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

    Does the increase in US firepower in the Middle East indicate another Iran strike?

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Airbus outlines Logistics Connector plan and partners with L3Harris

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Airbus outlines Logistics Connector plan and partners with L3Harris

21st May 2025

Airbus says it will aim to have a working prototype of the MQ-72C Logistics Connector by the end of the decade as it bids for a contract with the US Marine Corps.

UK MoD awards Ascent with eight-year contract to upgrade RAF and Royal Navy flight training

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UK MoD awards Ascent with eight-year contract to upgrade RAF and Royal Navy flight training

20th May 2025

Funding of £300 million will go towards training personnel on the FIRCTS programmes to meet a growing demand for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) platforms.

New UK-EU defence pact misses concrete details despite ambitious “first step”

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New UK-EU defence pact misses concrete details despite ambitious “first step”

20th May 2025

Given the geopolitical gravity, analysts have said the defence and security agreement established falls short of what is needed for future UK-EU co-operation.

Airbus, Babcock and CAE partner for Poland helicopter training requirement

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Airbus, Babcock and CAE partner for Poland helicopter training requirement

19th May 2025

Poland first issued a requirement for up to 24 helicopters and associated training systems in January 2024.

Next generation jammers ordered for Royal Australian Air Force and US Navy Growlers

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Next generation jammers ordered for Royal Australian Air Force and US Navy Growlers

19th May 2025

The order includes jammers for Australian EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft follows an order for deployment on US Navy Growlers in December last year and an announcement in March that full-rate production was near.

Uncertainty remains as Trump boasts F-55 and F-22 Super aircraft programmes

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Uncertainty remains as Trump boasts F-55 and F-22 Super aircraft programmes

19th May 2025

While details are light after the President’s comments, the US Air Force (USAF) has long needed to boost its fighter aircraft capabilities, according to USAF and analyst viewpoints.

Germany and UK to work on Deep Precision Strike weapon

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Germany and UK to work on Deep Precision Strike weapon

16th May 2025

The weapon will have a range of more than 2,000km, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.

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.

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