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India confronts widening military helicopter gap as border demands intensify

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India confronts widening military helicopter gap as border demands intensify

5th February 2026

India’s major helicopter programmes are under the spotlight as the country turns to global partners to replace legacy helicopters with growing urgency.

Singapore Airshow 2026: Boeing’s MQ-28A targets key 2028 date as Block II ground tests begin

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Singapore Airshow 2026: Boeing’s MQ-28A targets key 2028 date as Block II ground tests begin

4th February 2026

The MQ-28A Ghost Bat is the most mature CCA platform currently under development, with Boeing looking to accelerate its timelines and development of the aircraft.

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Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge

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Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge

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Latvia is buying Austrian Spanish Cooperative Development (ASCOD) infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs). The country is investing widely including in the purchase of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), Patria 6×6 vehicles, TRML-4D ...

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31st May 2025

The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

India greenlights $4.7 billion defence spend as post-war tensions simmer

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India greenlights $4.7 billion defence spend as post-war tensions simmer

30th May 2025

Precision strikes, drone warfare and shifting regional doctrine mark aftermath of four-day India-Pakistan conflict.

Israel brings down drones using a laser, claiming operational first

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Israel brings down drones using a laser, claiming operational first

29th May 2025

The announced successful deployment of a prototype laser foreshadows Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ plans to begin rolling out versions of its Iron Beam laser, beginning later this year.

Macron hints at possible future Rafale deal, following France-Indonesia defence pact

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Macron hints at possible future Rafale deal, following France-Indonesia defence pact

28th May 2025

The Letter of Intent (LoI)discussed deepening the partnership between the two nations and focused on military equipment that included submarines, fighter jets and frigates.

Canada’s P-8A aircraft to receive L3Harris surveillance systems

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Canada’s P-8A aircraft to receive L3Harris surveillance systems

28th May 2025

The Boeing P-8A maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) are set to be delivered in 2026 with L3Harris’ WECAM MX-20 enhancing its capabilities to conduct maritime and land intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions in regions like t...

Hanwha contracted to further develop long-range missile defence radar

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Hanwha contracted to further develop long-range missile defence radar

28th May 2025

The new Multi-Function Radar (MFR) is being developed under Phase II Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (L-SAM-II) and is planned to provide three to four times greater coverage than the earlier version of L-SAM.

Final Dutch F-16 bound for Ukraine, as Sweden and Latvia commit further military aid

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Final Dutch F-16 bound for Ukraine, as Sweden and Latvia commit further military aid

27th May 2025

Drones also remain a core focus for military aid funding from various allied countries, as the uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) remain a pivotal part of Ukraine’s defence strategy.

QinetiQ reports record growth and announces $2 billion contract but shows loss for FY2025

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QinetiQ reports record growth and announces $2 billion contract but shows loss for FY2025

27th May 2025

QinetiQ has operations in Australia, the UK and the US with the latter including supporting Customs and Border Protection, US Navy aircraft carrier support and work on US Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft.

New UAVs: is the right capability being procured for the British Army?

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New UAVs: is the right capability being procured for the British Army?

26th May 2025

Following the retirement of Watchkeeper from the UK Armed Forces, what drone capabilities will be next sought as a replacement?

FCAS programme to launch Phase 2 by mid-2026, say French officials

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FCAS programme to launch Phase 2 by mid-2026, say French officials

22nd May 2025

Developed by France, Spain and Germany, the European 6th-generation combat air programme is progressing apace with new milestones expected by next year after delays to the programme.

Australia aims for rapid procurement of loitering munitions

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Australia aims for rapid procurement of loitering munitions

22nd May 2025

The purchase will occur in a short timeframe, specifically for deliveries to begin next month, with local manufacture. All this puts Innovaero’s One-Way Loitering (OWL) systems, with OWL B already in service with the Australian Defence Forc...

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