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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

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Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2026)

6th April 2026

Leopard MBTs are German-made main battle tanks that have been in service since the Cold War and have undergone several upgrades to remain competitive in modern warfare. This article traces the history and development of the Leopard 1 and 2 as well as its variants, operational service and future prospects.

Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

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Predicted air defence spending boom opens doors to Indian industry

3rd April 2026

Recent conflicts have created a surge in interceptor demand worldwide while exposing potential supply chain challenges, positioning India as a cost-effective partner and scalable supplier.

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Silent Sentinel to provide threat detection for UK MoD’s RPV programme

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Silent Sentinel to provide threat detection for UK MoD’s RPV programme

17th May 2022

Silent Sentinel joins Phase 3 of the UK MoD’s RPV programme to provide the Mission Master UGV with sensors.

Polish companies and MBDA UK seal tank destroyer agreement

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Polish companies and MBDA UK seal tank destroyer agreement

17th May 2022

The deal involves companies of the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) and comprises the design and production of PGZ class vehicles featuring MBDA UK Brimstone anti-tank guided missiles.

Second time lucky as Slovenia finally signs for Boxer

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Second time lucky as Slovenia finally signs for Boxer

17th May 2022

After a previous abortive attempt to procure Boxer 8x8s, Slovenia has now placed an order for 45 vehicles via OCCAR.

Indian Army seeks hundreds of protected mobility vehicles

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Indian Army seeks hundreds of protected mobility vehicles

17th May 2022

The Indian Army is on the hunt for 1,200 new protected mobility vehicles, with two different specifications being sought.

Italy may donate 155mm howitzers to Ukraine

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Italy may donate 155mm howitzers to Ukraine

16th May 2022

Ukraine could obtain more 155mm howitzers — this time from Italy — as Kyiv seeks to tip the artillery balance against Russia.

US Army purchases Saab’s recoilless antitank rifle

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US Army purchases Saab’s recoilless antitank rifle

16th May 2022

US Army purchases $16 million worth of Carl-Gustaf M4s for use by the Army and Marine Corps.

Elbit obtains another night-vision order from USMC

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Elbit obtains another night-vision order from USMC

16th May 2022

Elbit Systems of America continues to meet USMC requirements under the Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle programme.

Germany mulls supplying IRIS-T to Ukraine

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Germany mulls supplying IRIS-T to Ukraine

16th May 2022

Will Germany decide to provide ten medium-range SAM systems to Ukraine?

SMASH family welcomes its newest member

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SMASH family welcomes its newest member

13th May 2022

Smart Shooter displayed its SMASH 2000L fire-control system at Modern Day Marine 2022.

Israel moves to ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ while Ghost Unit evolves

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Israel moves to ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ while Ghost Unit evolves

13th May 2022

How is the IDF adapting its infantry equipment to the likely demands of future warfare, in the broader context of the Hezbollah/Hamas threat?

More FMS users sign up for Javelin

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More FMS users sign up for Javelin

13th May 2022

Four FMS customers will receive the Javelin ATGM under the latest contract modification from the US Army

How to future-proof military connectivity against complex threats (Studio)

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How to future-proof military connectivity against complex threats (Studio)

13th May 2022

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