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US Boosts SM-3 Block IB Interceptor Inventory With New Production Order

The US has awarded Raytheon a $266.9-million contract for the additional production of Standard Missile Block IB exoatmospheric interceptors. 

Redwire to Build Belgium’s First National Security Satellite

Belgium has awarded space and defense technology company Redwire a prime contract to build and deliver its first national security satellite, dubbed “MATTEO.”

Pilatus Picks Thales’ Radio Management System for European PC-7 Aircraft

Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus has selected French defense firm Thales to supply a radio management system for the PC-7 military training aircraft operated in Europe. 

US Revives Railgun Testing After Halting Efforts in 2021: Report

The US Navy appears to have revived electromagnetic railgun testing after shelving related efforts in 2021, based on the Naval Sea Systems Command 2025 Year in Review.

‘Unprecedented’ 36,000 Palestinians Displaced in West Bank in One Year: UN

The UN urged Israel to immediately halt its dramatic settlement expansion in the West Bank, raising concerns of "ethnic cleansing" with over 36,000 Palestinians displaced in a single year.

AeroVironment Acquires ESAero for $200M to Boost Drone Capabilities

AeroVironment has acquired California drone maker ESAero for about $200 million in a deal that strengthens its ability to design, prototype and produce advanced UAS for defense applications.

L3Harris Hits Milestone With 100,000 M-Code GPS Receivers Delivered

L3Harris Technologies has reached a milestone by delivering 100,000 Military-Code GPS receivers to US and allied forces.

US Army Develops Next-Gen Small Arms Barrels With Pennsylvania Firms

The US Army has partnered with Pennsylvania-based manufacturers to develop a next‑generation small arms barrel that delivers greater durability and wear resistance for high-pressure weapons.

US Air Force Expands Raytheon AEHF Satellite Terminal Contract to $2.97B

The US Air Force has increased Raytheon’s contract for protected satellite communications terminals by about $2 billion, pushing the total potential value to nearly $2.97 million.

Colombia’s Petro Accuses Ecuador of Bombing Near Border

Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused Ecuador of bombing an area near the country's border, adding that he was awaiting investigation results to avoid "going to war."

200 US Troops Wounded in Seven Countries During Iran War

Around 200 US military personnel have been wounded in seven countries across the Middle East since the start of the US-Israel war against Iran, a US military spokesman said.

Nigeria Suicide Attacks Kill 23, Wound More Than 100

Multiple explosions staged by suspected suicide bombers rocked the northeastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, killing at least 23 people and wounding more than 100 others.

Kabul Drug Rehab Clinic in Ruins After Pakistan Strikes on Afghanistan

Crowds gathered outside a drug treatment center in the Afghan capital in a bid for news of their loved ones after it was hit in a Pakistani air strike.

US Funds Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defense System for Latvia

The US Navy has awarded Kongsberg a $45.5-million contract to deliver the Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defense System to Latvia.

Embraer Brings KC-390 Millennium to Poland in Push for European Support Network

Brazilian aerospace company Embraer has introduced the KC-390 Millennium multimission military transport aircraft to Poland’s state defense enterprise Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 2 SA in Bydgoszcz.

Ukraine’s Fire Point Nears Completion of Local Engine for F-5 Flamingo Missile

Ukrainian defense company Fire Point announced it is nearing completion of a domestically developed jet engine for its flagship F-5 Flamingo cruise missile.