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February 22, 2026
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114 Rafale Agreement Mirrors Su-30MKI Framework with Contemporary Enhancements

Negotiations surrounding the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets are beginning to reflect a well-known precedent in India’s defence journey — the landmark decision to domestically produce 240 Su-30MKI...

February 22, 2026
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Embraer Targets 200 Confirmed Indian Orders to Establish Local Assembly Facility

Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer has reportedly informed Indian airlines that it requires confirmed orders for over 200 aircraft before setting up a commercial jet final assembly line in the...

February 20, 2026
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US Navy Seeks Prime Builder for Medium Landing Ship Program

The US Navy has released a request for proposals seeking a Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) to supervise the building of the US Marine Corps’ Medium Landing Ship, with the...

February 20, 2026
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Lithuania Emerges as Top JLTV Operator Beyond US After 500 Deliveries

Lithuania has finalized the acquisition of 500 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) from the United States, completing a procurement launched under a 2019 foreign military sales deal. The milestone...

February 20, 2026
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V2X Wins Position on $25B US Defense Engineering Deal

V2X has been awarded a role under a $25-billion US Department of Defense initiative focused on refreshing legacy platforms, mitigating microelectronics shortages, and accelerating AI implementation across the force....

February 20, 2026
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US Navy Upgrades Subsea Protection With Advanced Torpedo Defense System

The US Navy is set to enhance its underwater warfare capabilities with Ultra Maritime winning a contract to produce an advanced Acoustic Device Countermeasure (ADC). Engineered for quick activation,...

February 20, 2026
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Indra and ELT Group Forge Alliance on Integrated Multi-Domain Systems

Indra Group has signed a strategic agreement with ELT Group to intensify collaboration in multi-domain defense capabilities, reflecting a concerted drive toward European strategic and technological autonomy. The accord...

February 19, 2026
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SeaGuardian Drones Strengthen Denmark’s Arctic Monitoring Efforts

Denmark’s air force has stood up a new 729 Squadron to expand aerial monitoring across Greenland and the Arctic region, with four MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones assigned to the mission....

February 19, 2026
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French AI Sensor Upgrade Enables Ukrainian Drones to Operate in Low Visibility

Ukrainian drones could soon operate effectively regardless of poor visibility, thanks to French firm Harmattan AI and its next-generation sensing technology. Dubbed “Sahara,” the lightweight synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) is...

February 19, 2026
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Lockheed Secures Deal for C-130J Training Equipment for Australia

Lockheed Martin has secured a US contract to deliver upgraded training equipment for the Royal Australian Air Force’s C-130J fleet. The agreement covers two weapon systems trainers, a modernized...