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January 13, 2026
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UK Launches Program to Develop Tactical Ballistic Missiles for Ukraine

Britain has unveiled Project Nightfall, a program focused on developing ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine to enhance the country’s long-range strike capabilities against Russian targets. The proposed missile...

January 13, 2026
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HII Expands UK Operations to Scale Underwater Drone Manufacturing

HII has significantly expanded its Portchester, UK, facility dedicated to unmanned underwater vehicles, doubling its size to better support customers operating the REMUS family of autonomous underwater drones. The...

January 13, 2026
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KF-21 Boramae Approaches Operational Service After Flight Test Completion

South Korea has successfully wrapped up all flight tests of the KF-21 Boramae, marking a major milestone toward fielding the country’s next-generation combat aircraft with the Republic of Korea...

January 13, 2026
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ATN Introduces Its Most Advanced Thermal Optics With Sixth-Generation Imaging

ATN has unveiled its sixth-generation thermal optics portfolio, marking a significant upgrade through the integration of artificial intelligence, advanced image processing, and combat-ready construction. The flagship ThOR 6 Elite...

January 13, 2026
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US Army Deploys New Headborne System to Improve Multi-Threat Awareness

The US Army is advancing its soldier modernization efforts with a new combat helmet aimed at boosting protection, connectivity, and situational awareness in complex operational environments. The Integrated Multi-Threat...

January 12, 2026
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LG CNS Selected to Upgrade South Korea’s Military Networks and Digital Systems

South Korean IT firm LG CNS has been awarded two major contracts by Seoul’s Defense Information Agency to modernize military communications networks and strengthen digital infrastructure across the armed...

January 11, 2026
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Northrop Grumman selected by U.S. Navy to develop next-generation rocket motor against hypersonic threats

Northrop Grumman has secured a $94.3 million contract from the U.S. Navy to develop and qualify a new 21-inch second-stage solid rocket motor aimed at extending the reach of...

January 9, 2026
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Northrop Grumman Introduces Digitally Modernized ICBM Target Vehicle

Northrop Grumman has completed the first launch of its newly digitized Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) target vehicle, a milestone intended to enhance US missile defense testing against emerging and...

January 9, 2026
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HII Completes Initial Production of Lionfish Subsea Drone for US Navy

HII has completed the final base-year production phase of the Lionfish small unmanned underwater vehicle for the US Navy, advancing the service’s move toward expanded autonomous undersea operations. Awarded...

January 9, 2026
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US Marine Corps Moves Closer to Fielding Its Own Loyal Wingman Drone

The US Marine Corps has joined the race to field a loyal wingman drone, awarding Northrop Grumman and Kratos the contract to develop its inaugural Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)....