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February 20, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

BAE Integrates Infrared Seeker Into APKWS for USAF Anti-Drone Missions

The US Air Force has selected BAE Systems for a contract worth up to $145 million to deliver an infrared-guided air-to-air counter-drone system derived from the Advanced Precision Kill...

February 18, 2026
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R&D

L3Harris Achieves Major Mortar Fuze Delivery Benchmark

L3Harris Technologies has reached a new benchmark with the delivery of its three-millionth M734A1 mortar fuze to the US Army. The fuze, compatible with 60mm, 81mm, and 120mm high-explosive...

February 17, 2026
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R&D

Kuwait Inaugurates First National Light Ammunition Manufacturing Plant

Kuwait has established its first light ammunition manufacturing plant, marking a significant step toward expanding its domestic defense production capabilities. The inauguration ceremony was led by Prime Minister Sheikh...

February 17, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Berlin Shows Early-Stage Interest in Poland’s Piorun Air Defense Missiles

Germany is reportedly moving toward the acquisition of Poland’s domestically produced Piorun MANPADS, marking a potential expansion of defense cooperation between the two nations. Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk...

February 16, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Estonia Orders 12 More Caesar Artillery Systems From France

Estonia’s armaments procurement agency has signed a contract with France and KNDS to acquire 12 more CAESAR self-propelled howitzer platforms. The deal builds on a previous agreement finalized in...

February 13, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

United States Army Expands Artillery Reach With Advanced Rocket-Assisted Munitions

At the United States Army Yuma Proving Ground, testing is underway on a rocket-assisted artillery round that could redefine the Army’s long-range firepower. The Next-Generation Rocket Assisted Projectile (NGRAP)...

February 13, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Slovakia Agrees to Deliver SAM-120 Mortars to Azerbaijan

Slovakia has signed a framework deal to provide Azerbaijan with its locally produced SAM-120 self-propelled mortar systems, according to Pravda. The agreement was formalized during the World Defense Show...

February 12, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Pentagon Centralizes Weapons Export Process Under Stricter Controls

The US Department of Defense has consolidated two critical entities under its Office of Acquisition and Sustainment to enhance oversight and coordination of foreign military sales. The move places...

February 12, 2026
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New Product Launches

Ukraine Debuts ‘Sunray’ Laser System to Counter Drone Threats

In its ongoing efforts to counter aerial drone threats, Ukraine is deploying a low-cost laser weapon known as “Sunray.” The system is said to function without producing visible beams...

February 11, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Hanwha Partners With Estonian Company to Develop Counter-UAS Solutions

Here are two rephrased variants of your content: Variant 1 Hanwha Aerospace of South Korea has entered into a partnership with Estonia’s Frankenburg Technologies to co-develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems...