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May 6, 2025
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The United States authorizes the sale of Norway’s AIM-9X Block II tactical missiles.

The US State Department has given the green light for a potential $370.9-million arms sale to Norway, covering the provision of AIM-9X Block II tactical missiles. The package includes...

May 6, 2025
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Using a ‘cold launch’ approach, the US Navy tries out a sea-based hypersonic missile.

The US Navy has successfully carried out an end-to-end flight test of the nation’s first sea-based hypersonic weapon, the Conventional Prompt Strike missile. Held at Cape Canaveral Space Force...

May 5, 2025
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Saudi Arabia’s $3.5 billion acquisition of AMRAAM missiles is approved by the United States.

The US State Department has authorized a potential foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia involving AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) valued at approximately $3.5 billion. The proposed...

May 4, 2025
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Iran Introduces New Ballistic Missile With 1,200 Km Range

Iran has revealed a new solid-fuel ballistic missile, the Ghassem Basir, boasting a range of 1,200 kilometers (745 miles), according to state television. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions...

March 19, 2025
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MBDA contracted to supply Meteor air-to-air missiles for Sweden’s Gripen fleet.

Sweden has awarded a contract to MBDA UK for the supply of Meteor radar-guided missiles to equip its JAS 39 Gripen C/D fighter jets. The Meteor system, which has...

March 11, 2025
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Denmark signs $306 million deal for Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missiles.

Denmark has purchased Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile (NSM) system and related gear in a deal worth 2.1 billion kroner ($306 million). The NSMs will be integrated into the Royal...

March 11, 2025
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Lockheed Martin reveals cost-effective, modular cruise missile for mass production.

Lockheed Martin has introduced the Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT), a modular, cruise missile-shaped air vehicle engineered for mass production. Nicknamed the “comet,” the low-cost system is designed to be...

March 5, 2025
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U.S. explores 3D-printed dark ceramics for hypersonic weapons and aircraft.

Hypersonic missiles and aircraft developed in the US could soon feature 3D-printed dark ceramics engineered to endure extreme environments. Scientists at the Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI) are investigating...

January 21, 2025
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South Korea approves development of its next-generation long-range surface-to-air missile.

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition and Program Administration (DAPA) has greenlit the development of an upgraded version of the long-range surface-to-air missile (L-SAM). A budget of 567.7 billion South Korean...

January 13, 2025
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Indonesia signs a $450 million agreement with India for BrahMos missile systems.

Indonesia has begun the process of acquiring BrahMos cruise missiles from India, according to reports from Indian media. The New Indian Express, citing sources, revealed that the Indian embassy...