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January 23, 2026
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Romania Adopts Ukraine-Proven Low-Cost Counter-UAS System

Romania is set to field the Merops anti-drone system after the platform demonstrated effectiveness against Russian Shahed loitering munitions. The Romanian Armed Forces have already procured the system, and...

January 21, 2026
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UK Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank Completes First Crewed Live Fire

RBSL has completed the first crewed live firing of the Challenger 3 main battle tank, bringing the British Army a step closer to introducing its most advanced armored platform...

January 20, 2026
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South Korea Deploys Hyunmoo-5 Missile

South Korea has begun frontline deployment of its Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile, a major step in reinforcing deterrence against North Korean military threats. Nicknamed the “monster missile,” the system reportedly...

January 20, 2026
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India Starts R&D on Anti-Drone 7.62mm Ammo

India is advancing development of a new 7.62mm anti-drone bullet aimed at providing frontline troops with a compact and cost-effective counter-UAS capability. The concept centers on a projectile that...

January 20, 2026
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GA, Barzan Partner on Battle Management Software

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is expanding its footprint in battle management and intelligence software through a new partnership with Qatar’s Barzan Holdings. The companies have signed a memorandum of...

January 20, 2026
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Auterion Tests One-to-Many Drone Strike

Auterion has conducted a live-fire demonstration of a combat drone swarm at a US military range in Florida, showcasing one-to-many lethal strike capability using small, expendable unmanned systems. During...

January 19, 2026
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US Clears $1.5B Modernization of Peru Naval Facility Near Chinese-Operated Port

Washington has approved a proposed $1.5 billion Foreign Military Sale aimed at supporting the relocation and redevelopment of Peru’s Callao Naval Base, located near a Chinese-run port facility. The...

January 19, 2026
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Finland Begins Construction of Fourth Pohjanmaa-Class Corvette

Rauma Marine Constructions has begun building the fourth Pohjanmaa-class corvette for the Finnish Navy, marking a key milestone as all four vessels under the Squadron 2020 program are now...

January 19, 2026
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Windracers ULTRA UAV Achieves 2× Range With Increased Payload Capacity

Windracers has announced plans to upgrade its ULTRA drone to deliver 200 kilograms of payload across distances of more than 2,000 kilometers, with availability expected within months. The capability...

January 19, 2026
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Denmark Phases Out F-16 Fleet After 46 Years, Completes Shift to F-35

After 46 years of continuous service, Denmark has formally phased out the F-16 Fighting Falcon and is transitioning entirely to the F-35A Lightning II as its frontline combat aircraft....