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November 30, 2025
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Tokyo explores first-ever Type 03 missile system transfer to Manila as tensions with China intensify.

Japan has begun quiet discussions with the Philippines about the potential export of its Type 03 Chu SAM medium-range air defense system, a move that reflects Tokyo’s intention to...

November 28, 2025
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Türkiye expands Steel Dome defense plan with major deals

Turkey is accelerating the development of its national air defense architecture with fresh investments totaling $6.5 billion for its AI-driven “Steel Dome” system, according to local media reports. First...

November 27, 2025
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Romania Secures Mistral Air Defense System From France in $700M+ Agreement

Romania has sealed a 625-million-euro ($724 million) deal with France to obtain Mistral very short-range air defense systems. Under the agreement, Romania will receive 231 portable launchers, 934 Mistral...

November 26, 2025
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US Navy issues $22M order to BAE Systems for naval missile canisters

The US Navy has contracted BAE Systems to supply missile canisters for its surface combatants, under a $22-million agreement covering canisters for the MK 41 VLS and ongoing production...

November 25, 2025
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Israel Replenishes Missile Arsenal Through Major Rafael Iron Dome Interceptor Contract

Israel has inked a multi-billion-dollar procurement contract with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to ramp up Iron Dome interceptor production, enhancing readiness as rocket, drone, and missile threats continue across...

November 25, 2025
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Leidos Australia & Kongsberg Partner on Naval Strike Missile and Future USV Integration

Leidos Australia and Kongsberg Defence Australia have entered into a memorandum of understanding to explore the integration of Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile (NSM) onto Leidos’ emerging uncrewed surface platforms,...

November 24, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Raytheon and Rafael secure a $1.25B contract to deliver Tamir missiles to Israel

R2S, the joint venture between Raytheon and Rafael, has won a $1.25-billion deal to supply Israel with Tamir air-defense missiles along with associated kits and testing equipment. The contract...

November 24, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Northrop and MBDA team up to boost German air defense with IBCS integration

Northrop Grumman and MBDA have signed a collaboration agreement to enhance Germany’s air and missile defense systems. The partnership will integrate Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Battle Command System with MBDA’s...

November 19, 2025
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Washington Clears $3.5B Sale of SM-6 and SM-2 Missiles for Germany’s Frigate Fleet

The United States has approved a prospective $3.5-billion foreign military sale to Germany involving SM-6 Block I and SM-2 Block IIIC missiles for its forthcoming F127 air-defense frigate program....

November 19, 2025
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Taiwan Awards Raytheon a $698M Deal for NASAMS Batteries

Raytheon has secured a $698.9-million Pentagon contract to provide Taiwan with NASAMS fire units, with work taking place in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, and scheduled for completion by February 2031. The...