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Finland Launches Second Pohjanmaa-Class Corvette as Production Accelerates

The Finnish Navy’s Pohjanmaa-class corvette program has reached another key milestone with the launch of the second vessel at Rauma Shipyard, as all four ships in the class move...

June 3, 2026
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Beretta Unveils Eight-Shotgun Automated Turret for Counter-Drone Missions

A new anti-drone weapon from Beretta Defense Technologies places eight shotguns on a single automated turret, offering a unique approach to countering small UAV threats. Created in partnership with...

June 3, 2026
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Greece Signs Long-Term Agreement to Grow V-BAT Maritime Drone Fleet

The Greek government has signed a long-term cooperation agreement with Shield AI aimed at increasing the number of V-BAT VTOL drones operated by the Hellenic Army. The unmanned systems,...

June 3, 2026
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Saab Unveils First Twin-Seat Gripen F Fighter Developed With Brazil

The Gripen F, Saab’s new twin-seat fighter aircraft, has made its public debut, expanding the Gripen family with a platform optimized for both combat operations and pilot training. Jointly...

Canada Finalizes $1.88 Billion HIMARS Acquisition Under US FMS Program

The Canadian government has finalized a C$2.6 billion ($1.88 billion) deal to purchase 26 HIMARS rocket launchers from the United States, marking a major step forward in the modernization...