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Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide
The House Committee on Appropriations approved a FY2026 bill reducing investments in main defence programmes.
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Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance
New presidential directives for UAV production are intended to remove bureaucratic barriers and support suppliers.
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Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry
As European countries increase their defence budgets, the Paris Air Show will look to how the aerospace industry’s responds, with programme progression, new technology and industrial partnerships all expected to take centre stage at Le Bourget.
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South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays
Hyundai and Hanwha recently unveiled advanced frigate and submarine designs while South Korea eyes new export markets and resolves internal rivalries
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Paris Air Show 2025: Embraer chalks up another win as Lithuania picks C-390
Just this week Portugal signed for a sixth C-390 with the add-on of an option for 10 for other NATO countries. In April, Sweden signed for four and in December last year Slovakia agreed to buy three, while in the same month an undisclosed country agreed to buy two.
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![Paris Air Show 2025: Fulgur air defence missile revealed in anticipation of potential market]()
Paris Air Show 2025: Fulgur air defence missile revealed in anticipation of potential market
The missile was first unveiled at SeaFuture 2023 and later at the Farnborough International Airshow in July 2024. Operational delivery is expected in 2028.
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Slovakia confirms delivery of MiG-29 fighters to Ukraine, takes more Leopard tanks
21st April 2023
Slovakia has handed over all its available MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine and continues to take delivery of Leopard 2 tanks from Germany.
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Air Warfare
US Air Force completes latest AMRAAM missile configuration audit
20th April 2023
The AIM-120D-3 advanced medium range air-to-air missile features modernised hardware, including 15 upgraded circuit cards developed with model-based systems engineering initiatives.
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Naval Warfare
Anadolu showcases Turkiye's indigenous endeavours, but will its drone carrier concept take off?
20th April 2023
In April, Turkey commissioned TCG Anadolu, the country's future drone-carrying amphibious assault ship, highlighting the capabilities of its indigenous defence industry.
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Defence Notes
North Korea launches solid-fuelled ICBM for the first time
20th April 2023
In quick speed, North Korea has performed its maiden launch of a solid-fuelled ICBM after parading it just two months ago.
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Naval Warfare
Edge Group extends reach to Brazil with agreement to develop naval missiles
19th April 2023
Edge Group and the Brazilian Navy will collaborate to develop new long-range anti-ship and supersonic missiles.
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Naval Warfare
Why the US Navy wants to sell two Littoral Combat Ships after less than ten years in service
19th April 2023
The proposed putting up for sale of the two Independence-class LCS will be followed by the disposal of four Freedom-class ships in 2025.
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Defence Notes
Why the US cannot overcome Russian and Chinese hypersonic weapons
19th April 2023
As hypersonic weapons do not follow a ballistic trajectory and can fly at low altitudes in addition to manoeuvring en route to their target, they challenge existing US defence systems.
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Naval Warfare
US Navy christens final Freedom-variant Littoral Combat Ship
18th April 2023
The US Navy, on 15 April, christened and launched the final Freedom-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), the future USS Cleveland.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Greece gets new Israeli Orbiter 3 drones under Spike deal
18th April 2023
Aeronautics will supply Greece with its Orbiter 3 UAV as part of a government-to-government contract for Rafael’s Spike missiles.
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Defence Notes
Japan’s security circumstances prompt it to introduce longer-range missiles
17th April 2023
With growing threats such as China and North Korean missiles, Japan is developing long-range, standoff missiles to enhance its deterrence posture.
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Naval Warfare
End of the line for frigate HMS Montrose
17th April 2023
The UK RN has decommissioned Duke-class Type 23 frigate HMS Montrose today at a Portsmouth ceremony.
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Air Warfare
How can Sweden develop a future air combat capability, freeing it from GCAP ties – for now?
14th April 2023
Sweden is exploring ways to upgrade its JAS 39 C/D jets to keep them operationally relevant and is studying future fighter capabilities, potentially including an upgraded Gripen multi-role aircraft in partnership with Brazil's Embraer.
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Defence Notes
What has the US learned from the Ukraine war about missile defence?
13th April 2023
After analysing the conflict, the Pentagon intends to upgrade systems and accelerate both acquisition of new sensors and technologies and their integration with its equipment in addition to improving the procurement process.
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Naval Warfare
Philippines receives two patrol vessels from USN
13th April 2023
The Philippine Navy will receive two second-hand Cyclone-class patrol vessels from the USN, plus a second pair of Shaldag V fast attack craft have arrived from Israel.
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Defence Notes
India makes multiple orders, with an emphasis on indigenous production
13th April 2023
India awards multiple contracts for desperately needed equipment for all three armed services.
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Defence Notes
China cannot bring peace in Ukraine, Monsieur Macron! (Opinion)
12th April 2023
The French president has dangerously aligned himself with Chinese talking points, and seems willing to leave Taiwan to its own fate, according to his recent visit to China.
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Naval Warfare
Australia acquires Norwegian-built ‘undersea support vessel’
12th April 2023
Australia has adopted its second offshore support vessel, this time for testing crewed and autonomous underwater systems.
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Naval Warfare
India test-fires indigenous ER-ASR anti-submarine rocket
12th April 2023
The Indian Navy has successfully tested a new type of locally designed anti-submarine rocket.
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Naval Warfare
Netherlands to arm ships and submarines with Tomahawk missiles
10th April 2023
The Royal Netherlands Navy will equip submarines and some of its ships with American Tomahawk missiles to strengthen its maritime strike capabilities.
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![Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)]()
Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)
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![Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry]()
Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry
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![South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays]()
South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays
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![Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance]()
Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance
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![Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide]()
Pentagon’s FY26 defence budget proposal is $130 billion more than US Congress plans to provide
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![Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance]()
Trump’s drone directives win US industry support but questions remain over ability to challenge Chinese market dominance
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![Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry]()
Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry
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![South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays]()
South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays
