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Airbus to Build Joint Communications Network for French Warships

The French Defence Procurement Agency has awarded Airbus Defence and Space a contract to develop a communications network for the French Armed Forces’ surface and underwater fleets.

MARTAC, Sealartec Launch Autonomous Launch & Recovery System for USVs

Maritime Tactical Systems, in collaboration with Sealartec, has unveiled a fully autonomous launch and recovery system for unmanned surface vessels.

Kongsberg Delivers Underwater Drone Prototype for US Navy Deep Water Project

Kongsberg Discovery has delivered the HUGIN Superior autonomous underwater vehicle prototype for a US Navy large undersea drone project.

France Conducts Bizarre Test of 1,000-Kg Bomb on Two-Kilometer Rail

The French Directorate General of Armaments has simulated launch conditions for its 1,000-kilogram bomb by testing it on a two-kilometer rail.

China Mulls Arming Robot Dogs With Controversial Weapon: Report

A team of Chinese military scientists is proposing to equip the country’s robot dogs with controversial thermobaric weapons to enhance urban warfare capabilities.

Bell Textron Canada Wins Upkeep Deal for Montenegro’s 505, 412 Helicopters

Bell Textron Canada has received a contract to provide maintenance and repair services for the Montenegro Armed Forces Bell 505 and 412 helicopters.

Collins to Supply Ejection Seats for US Air Force F-15EX Fleet

Boeing has contracted Collins Aerospace to deliver its flagship Advanced Concept Ejection Seat II system for the US Air Force’s F-15EX combat aircraft.

Fujifilm to Field C-Arm Scanners at US Military Health Centers

The US Defense Logistics Agency has awarded optical solutions developer Fujifilm Healthcare Americas Corporation a $10-million contract to integrate its surgical C-arm systems for joint force medical facilities.

Canadian Roshel to Help Build Armored Vehicles in Ukraine

Ukrainian state-owned defense firm Ukroboronprom has signed an agreement with Canada’s Roshel for the joint production of armored vehicles in Ukraine.

British Army Called Europe’s ‘Laughing Stock’ Due to Obsolete Weaponry

A senior British Army officer has labeled his own organization the “laughing stock” of Europe, criticizing its outdated weapons as ineffective against enemy forces.

Integris, QinetiQ Partner to Supply Armor for US Army’s FLRAA Rotorcraft

Integris Composites and QinetiQ US will collaborate to enhance the survivability of the US Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft.

Israel Frees Hundreds of Palestinian Prisoners After Body Handover

Israel freed hundreds of Palestinian prisoners on Thursday, shortly after saying Palestinian militant group Hamas handed over coffins believed to contain the bodies of four hostages.

Trump Says No Security Promises or NATO for Ukraine

President Donald Trump on Wednesday ruled out offering US security guarantees or NATO membership for Ukraine as his counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky prepared to visit to seal a deal on handing over natural resources.

UN Rejects ‘Annexation’ Proposals for Palestinian Territories

The UN rights chief on Wednesday rejected as "unlawful" proposals for the annexation of or forced transfer from Palestinian territories, warning they posed a threat to the entire region.

Iran Significantly Increased Stocks of Highly Enriched Uranium: IAEA

Iran has significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium in recent months, according to a confidential report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) seen by AFP on Wednesday.

EU Hands $52-Million Security Package to Ghana

The European Union on Wednesday handed over a 50-million-euro ($52-million) military package intended to bolster Ghanaian security forces, as West Africa faces mounting threats from armed groups and jihadists.