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March 21, 2026
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Nigerian military says US troops using Reaper drones for reconnaissance in Nigeria

The US military has deployed trainers to Nigeria who are using MQ-9 Reaper drones for intelligence and surveillance missions, Nigerian authorities confirmed. Based in Bauchi state, the US personnel...

March 20, 2026
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Thales wins British Army contract for mobile air defense assessment

The United Kingdom has initiated the next stage of its Mounted Short Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) program by awarding an assessment contract to Thales UK, aiming to replace the...

March 20, 2026
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US clears aircraft support package for Jordan’s F-16, C-130, and F-5 fleet

The US State Department has authorized a possible $70.5-million foreign military sale to Jordan, focused on aircraft sustainment and support services. The package includes maintenance, equipment, and logistical support...

March 20, 2026
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Anduril finalizes delivery of Altius loitering munitions to Taiwan

Anduril has finalized the full shipment of Altius 600M loitering munitions to Taiwan, completing a US-approved defense deal. The agreement, cleared in June 2024, covered 291 drones and associated...

March 19, 2026
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US Navy plans increased use of Hammerhead mines to counter submarine threats

The US Navy is looking to expand its stockpile of Hammerhead underwater mines under an ongoing contract with General Dynamics Mission Systems. The company was initially awarded a $92.9-million...

March 18, 2026
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Japan accepts initial delivery of Joint Strike Missiles for its F-35A fighters

Japan has taken delivery of its first batch of Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) to arm its F-35A Lightning II fleet, significantly enhancing its long-range precision strike capability. The missiles,...

March 17, 2026
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EOS secures contract for a cannon-based counter-drone solution

Electro Optic Systems has been awarded a $42 million contract by a Middle Eastern customer to deliver its Slinger remote cannon-based counter-drone system, reflecting increasing demand amid ongoing regional...

March 17, 2026
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Pilatus selects Thales’ radio management system for its European PC-7 fleet

Pilatus Aircraft has selected Thales Group to supply an advanced radio management system for its PC-7 training aircraft operating in Europe. The system was jointly developed by teams from...

March 17, 2026
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L3Harris reaches milestone of delivering 100,000 M-Code GPS receivers

L3Harris Technologies has delivered its 100,000th M-Code GPS receiver to US and allied militaries, marking a key milestone in strengthening secure navigation and timing capabilities. Designed for operations in...

March 16, 2026
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Rheinmetall’s acquisition of Iveco’s military truck division faces delays due to the Leonardo deal

Rheinmetall’s planned acquisition of Iveco Group’s military truck division has been delayed due to holdups in Leonardo’s takeover of the company’s defense subsidiary, as reported by Reuters. Leonardo recently...