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

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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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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.

Rolls-Royce wins $711 million contract to support UK Royal Air Force Typhoon engines

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Rolls-Royce wins $711 million contract to support UK Royal Air Force Typhoon engines

9th May 2025

The contract covers maintenance and service for the EJ200 engine that powers the UK Royal Air Force’s Typhoon fleet.

Why tactical UAVs are winning on the future battlefield (Podcast)

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Why tactical UAVs are winning on the future battlefield (Podcast)

9th May 2025

In Conversation: In this special edition of the Shephard Defence Podcast, Tony Skinner sits down with Dan Slasky, President and CEO of Aeronautics, to explore how cutting-edge tactical unmanned aerial systems are reshaping today’s battlefie...

Teledyne FLIR upgrades Black Hornet 4 UAS

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Teledyne FLIR upgrades Black Hornet 4 UAS

9th May 2025

Integration and expanding capabilities are among the objectives for Teledyne FLIR to further develop its family of uncrewed systems.

Roke unveils new portable EW system

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Roke unveils new portable EW system

9th May 2025

Roke’s EM-Vis Deceive has been designed to be modular, open-standards based and mission configurable, and can be carried by a single soldier.

NATO funds portable charging technology for Arctic deployment

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NATO funds portable charging technology for Arctic deployment

8th May 2025

Technology provided by Quaze Technologies will enable wirelessly charging of unmanned systems.

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