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June 18, 2026
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India Clears New Military Drone Technology Hub in Uttar Pradesh

As part of its drive to expand domestic unmanned warfare capabilities, India has sanctioned a 5-billion-rupee ($52.9 million) National Military Drone Technology Hub in Uttar Pradesh. To be established...

June 18, 2026
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US Navy Advances F-35C Integration of LRASM Maritime Strike Missile

The US Navy has completed the first stage of its F-35C LRASM integration program, progressing efforts to arm the fifth-generation carrier-based fighter with a long-range anti-ship weapon capable of...

June 18, 2026
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Thales and Renault Introduce 4×4 Command Vehicle for Unmanned Systems Operations

Renault Group and Thales have unveiled the “4 TROOP” prototype, a modified 4×4 vehicle developed to function as a mobile command hub for unmanned and autonomous systems. Designed to...

June 18, 2026
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Washington Clears Potential Black Hawk Helicopter Deal for Austria

Washington has cleared a prospective $1.5 billion defense package for Austria that includes 12 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and related military equipment. According to the US State Department, the...

June 17, 2026
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Denmark permanently fields Giraffe 1X radar

Denmark has finalized the acquisition of Saab’s Giraffe 1X radar systems after demonstrating their effectiveness during major security operations in Copenhagen. The advanced radar provides real-time detection, tracking, and...

June 17, 2026
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THUNDART strike weapon nears French approval

France is advancing plans to field a modern long-range strike capability through the THUNDART program, a domestically developed precision-guided rocket artillery solution. Designed to deliver accurate strikes against high-value...

June 17, 2026
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Spain tests next-gen submarine propulsion

Navantia has entered a critical testing phase for the air-independent propulsion system intended for Spain’s S-80 submarine fleet. The innovative technology generates electrical power through fuel-cell systems, enabling submarines...

June 17, 2026
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Lockheed and GM join forces on defense output

Lockheed Martin and GM Defense are exploring ways to integrate high-volume commercial manufacturing practices into defense production. The collaboration focuses on improving production efficiency, strengthening supply chains, and accelerating...

June 17, 2026
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Austria secures approval for Black Hawk fleet

Austria is preparing to modernize its helicopter fleet through the acquisition of advanced UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. The aircraft provide multi-role capabilities including troop transport, logistics support, disaster response,...

June 17, 2026
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Blackbeard hypersonic missile wins first order

Castellion has secured a key production-related contract supporting the transition of its Blackbeard hypersonic missile from prototype development to early operational capability. Designed as a scalable long-range strike solution,...