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January 13, 2026
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Israel Begins Distribution of Arad Rifles to Territorial Defense Units

Israel has completed the nationwide issue of Arad assault rifles to its rapid response teams, reinforcing a push to modernize and standardize local defense forces across the country. The...

January 13, 2026
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Northrop Grumman Awarded $233M Contract to Produce Upgraded US Navy ASW Torpedoes

Northrop Grumman has been awarded a $233 million contract to manufacture and supply the US Navy’s next-generation MK54 MOD 2 lightweight torpedo for anti-submarine warfare operations. The agreement includes...

January 12, 2026
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Saab to Deliver Trackfire Remote Weapon Systems With Counter-UAS Capability to Sweden

Saab has secured a 1.5-billion-krona ($162.9-million) contract from Sweden’s defence procurement authority to deliver Trackfire Remote Weapon Stations featuring advanced counter-drone capabilities. The contract forms part of the Swedish...

January 12, 2026
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US Space Command Awards SpaceX Contract for Missile Warning and Tracking Satellites

SpaceX has been selected by the US Space Systems Command to conduct multiple launches of missile warning and tracking satellites as part of efforts to expand America’s low-Earth orbit...

January 12, 2026
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Electro Optic Systems Acquires MARSS to Strengthen Counter-Drone C2 Capabilities

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) of Australia has agreed to acquire the MARSS Group, a European provider of advanced command-and-control solutions designed to counter uncrewed aerial threats. The transaction includes...

January 12, 2026
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India and France Accelerate $22 Billion Rafale Deal Talks Ahead of Macron’s Visit

Negotiations between India and France over a major Rafale fighter jet acquisition for the Indian Air Force have intensified ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron’s scheduled visit to India...

January 12, 2026
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NSA Approves New L3Harris ISR Radios to Enhance Allied Interoperability

L3Harris Technologies has received certification from the US National Security Agency for its upgraded Rover ISR radio terminals, clearing them for secure use by designated allied and partner nations....

January 12, 2026
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Germany Procures Puma IFV Simulators From KNDS–Rheinmetall Joint Venture

The KNDS–Rheinmetall joint venture Projekt System & Management has secured a contract to deliver nine Puma IFV firing and combat training systems (AGSPs) for Germany’s armed forces. The agreement...

January 12, 2026
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Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Program Achieves Record 191 Aircraft Deliveries in 2025

Lockheed Martin set a new production record in 2025 by delivering 191 F-35 fighter aircraft, the largest number produced in a single year since the program began. With nearly...

January 10, 2026
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F-35 program exceeds 1,300 aircraft milestone with historic 2025 delivery numbers

The F-35 Lightning II program reached a major milestone in 2025, with Lockheed Martin confirming the delivery of a record 191 aircraft during the year, expanding the global fleet...