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February 25, 2026
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BAE Systems Targets Modular Anti-Drone Solutions in Strategic Collaboration

BAE Systems is adapting to the accelerating demands of drone warfare by exploring a collaboration aimed at producing low-cost, scalable interceptor missiles instead of relying solely on bespoke air...

February 25, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Missile & Missile Defence

EDGE of UAE Teams Up With Safran of France to Advance Precision Weapon Systems

The UAE’s EDGE Group has partnered with France-based Safran Electronics & Defense in a move aimed at transforming the smart weapons market through a blend of industrial-scale production and...

February 24, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Rheinmetall Launches Intelligent Anti-Drone Weapon for Mobile and Static Defense

At Enforce Tac 2026, Rheinmetall is highlighting the RCWS320C-UAS, a remotely operated, smart counter-UAS weapon engineered to defend mobile platforms and military bases against coordinated drone attacks. By fusing...

February 24, 2026
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R&D
Cybersecurity

Leonardo Trainees Join First Overseas Drill at UK-Hosted Defence Cyber Marvel

Leonardo has marked its inaugural international deployment at Defence Cyber Marvel, a large-scale cyber defense drill organized by the UK Ministry of Defence. An 11-member apprentice team from Leonardo’s...

Anduril Industries Wins $43 Million to Expand American Solid Rocket Motor Output

The United States Department of Defense has awarded Anduril Industries $43.7 million in fresh funding to expand US-based solid rocket motor manufacturing, a segment widely viewed as a chokepoint...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Russia Fits Molniya Suicide Drones With Shahed Communication Modems

Russia has begun integrating Shahed mesh networking modems into its Molniya tactical drones in an effort to strengthen operational coordination against Ukraine. The update was revealed by Serhii Beskrestnov,...

February 24, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

General Atomics Unveils YFQ-42A Loyal Wingman Prototype ‘Dark Merlin’

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. has officially named its YFQ-42A autonomous aircraft “Dark Merlin” as part of its bid for the United States Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft program....

Rolls-Royce North America Wins $73.5M Contract for Merkava Tank Engines

Rolls-Royce Solutions America has secured a $73.5 million deal to deliver propulsion system kits for Merkava main battle tanks operated by Israel. Financed through FY2026 Foreign Military Sales funding,...

February 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

General Atomics Enhances MQ-9B With Extended-Range Maritime Strike Capability

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. is modifying its MQ-9B drone family to enable strikes at extended ranges, supporting broader airpower and naval deployment concepts. As part of this effort,...

February 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Considers Acquisition of Nine Additional Advanced Air Defense Systems

Taiwan is considering the purchase of nine more NASAMS air defense systems to bolster its protective shield against aerial threats, as reported by Taiwan News. The additional batteries are...