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ArmorSource Secures $17.6 Million Deal to Supply Advanced Combat Helmets to US Army

The US Army has selected ArmorSource for a $17.6 million procurement contract covering the delivery of 25,000 ACH Gen II ballistic helmets, marking another step in modernizing soldier protective...

US Clears C-130 Sustainment Package, Hinting at Future Vietnamese Hercules Acquisition

Vietnam could be moving closer to acquiring the C-130 Hercules after the US State Department cleared a $100 million military sales package focused on sustainment services and support systems...

Leonardo to Deliver Two Additional C-27J Spartan Aircraft to Romania

Romania has signed a deal with Leonardo for the procurement of two new C-27J Spartan transport aircraft, increasing its fleet of the versatile airlifter to nine units. The acquisition...

Ukrainian Charity Places Landmark Order for 16,500 Tactical Drones

Ukraine’s Come Back Alive Foundation has finalized a major procurement deal for around 16,500 tactical drones, marking one of the largest purchases ever undertaken by the charity in support...

June 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Northrop Grumman’s Jackal Advances Toward Deployment After Successful Flight Trial

A significant milestone has been achieved in the development of Northrop Grumman’s Jackal missile, following a successful test that confirmed the system’s readiness for future battlefield operations. The trial...

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...

June 3, 2026
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Air Platforms

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...

June 3, 2026
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Land Platforms

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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Weapons and Munition

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...

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...