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July 2, 2026
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Myanmar conflict surpasses 100,000 fatalities

Myanmar has been experiencing a prolonged and violent civil war since the military takeover in February 2021. The coup removed the elected government and triggered widespread unrest across the...

July 2, 2026
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UN peacekeepers injured in CAR base assault

A UN peacekeeping base in Am Dafock, located near the Sudan–Central African Republic border, was attacked by armed groups linked to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces and former Seleka fighters....

June 22, 2026
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US Army Establishes Multi-Domain Command-Pacific Through 7th Infantry Division Integration

The US Army has created the 7th Infantry Division Multi-Domain Command-Pacific by integrating the 7th Infantry Division with the 1st Multi-Domain Task Force, establishing a new theater-focused command for...

June 15, 2026
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Safran Secures Largest-Ever German Contract for JIM Compact Targeting Binoculars

Safran Electronics & Defense Germany has secured a landmark contract from the German Armed Forces to supply more than 1,000 JIM Compact multifunction infrared binoculars, marking the company’s largest...

June 15, 2026
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Indian Army Chooses MEPRO X6 Day Sight for NEGEV Machine Gun Fleet

Following an extensive multi-year procurement programme, the Indian Army has chosen Meprolight’s MEPRO X6 telescopic day sight as the dedicated daytime aiming system for its NEGEV 7.62 mm light...

June 8, 2026
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Japan Allocates $14.7 Million to NATO Initiative Supporting Ukraine’s Defense Needs

Tokyo has committed $14.7 million to NATO’s Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List, a framework that enables partner countries and alliance members to fund the acquisition of critical US-produced military equipment...

June 7, 2026
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Alliance Expands Military Presence in Sweden and Finland Following NATO Accession

NATO ground forces have officially commenced operations aimed at strengthening the defense of Sweden and Finland, the alliance announced on Saturday. The move marks another step in reinforcing security...

June 5, 2026
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US Army Procures SkyRaider Drones for Chemical and Biological Missions

The US Army has selected Teledyne FLIR Defense to deliver over 45 R80D SkyRaider drones under an $11.2 million contract supporting CBRN missions. Designed to aid troops operating in...

ArmorSource Secures $17.6 Million Deal to Supply Advanced Combat Helmets to US Army

The US Army has selected ArmorSource for a $17.6 million procurement contract covering the delivery of 25,000 ACH Gen II ballistic helmets, marking another step in modernizing soldier protective...

May 27, 2026
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New Delhi Outlines Long-Term Military Modernization Strategy

India has introduced a comprehensive military reform strategy that outlines plans to strengthen and reorganize its armed forces through 2047. Known as “Defence Forces Vision 2047,” the initiative is...