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May 10, 2026
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India’s Long-Range ‘Carrier-Killer’ Missile Moves Closer to Operational Trials

India’s next-generation long-range anti-ship strike initiative, often referred to as a “carrier-killer” program, has entered a more advanced stage of development after completing three developmental trials, with user evaluations...

May 7, 2026
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MBDA to Establish MICA Missile MRO Hub in India

MBDA will support the creation of a dedicated MICA missile MRO facility in India under a newly signed agreement with the Indian Air Force. As part of the partnership,...

May 7, 2026
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Switzerland Seeks Alternative Air Defense Options Amid MIM-104 Patriot Delivery Delays

Switzerland is exploring alternative air defense options after delays impacted deliveries of the MIM-104 Patriot missile defense system. Swiss media reports, citing procurement agency spokesperson Kaj-Gunnar Sievert, state that...

May 4, 2026
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United States Marine Corps Takes Delivery of First Tamir Missiles for MRIC

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Missile Defense Organization have supplied the first delivery of Tamir interceptor missiles for the United States Marine Corps’ Medium-Range Intercept Capability initiative. The...

May 4, 2026
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Australia Partners With Northrop Grumman on Local Rocket Motor Manufacturing

Australia has formally appointed Northrop Grumman to help establish an indigenous solid rocket motor production capability for the country’s growing missile manufacturing sector. Solid rocket motors are used in...

May 4, 2026
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Israel Approves New US Fighter Jet Acquisition Program

Israel on Sunday authorized a multi-billion-dollar fighter aircraft purchase from the United States that will add two new combat squadrons to its air force. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said...

US Clears $4 Billion Patriot Missile Deal for Qatar

Washington has cleared a $4 billion Patriot missile sale to Qatar and authorized almost $1 billion in precision weapons sales to Israel, the US announced Friday. According to State...

April 30, 2026
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MBDA and Safran Advance THUNDART Rocket From Design to Demonstration in 18 Months

The THUNDART rocket program has reached an important development stage as MBDA and Safran Electronics successfully moved the system from design phase to demonstration within 18 months. Testing at...

April 30, 2026
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Raytheon Secures $833M ESSM Block 2 Contract Supporting 12 Allied Nations

Raytheon has secured an approximately $833-million US Navy contract modification to manufacture additional ESSM Block 2 missile assemblies and transport containers for 12 allied countries. The award falls under...

April 30, 2026
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Lockheed Martin Awarded $1.13B HIMARS Contract for US and Allied Customers

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a $1.13-billion contract for the production of M142 HIMARS launchers destined for US forces and five international partners. The agreement covers full-rate...