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Iran to Increase Defense Budget By up to 200 Percent

The Iranian government plans to triple its military budget for next year amid an unprecedented escalation in attacks exchanged with Israel.

Exercise Nemo Boosts Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea

West African countries participated in Exercise Grand African Nemo to enhance cooperation against maritime crime in the Gulf of Guinea.

Chinese Ballistic Missile Defense System to Be Unveiled This Week

China is set to unveil its Hongqi-19 (HQ-19) missile defense system at the upcoming Zhuhai Airshow 2024 this week.

Cerbair to Provide Drone Detection Systems for French Patrol Vessels

The French defense procurement agency has ordered drone detection systems from Cerbair for new French Navy offshore patrol vessels.

Pavo Group Eyes Expansion Into US Defense Sector, Targets Key Partnerships

In a move to establish a stronger footprint in the US, Turkish defense tech firm Pavo Group is pursuing new partnerships with American defense companies.

Rafael to Supply ‘Digital Shark’ ECM System for NATO Navy

Israeli Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has secured a contract to provide its “Digital Shark” naval electronic countermeasure system for an unnamed NATO country. 

Sweden Selects Embraer C-390, Brazil Expands Saab Gripen Fleet

Sweden and Brazil signed a letter of intent to deepen defense cooperation through the acquisition of one another’s military aircraft. 

France to Send Additional SCALP, Mistral Missiles to Ukraine

French defense minister Sébastien Lecornu announced that Paris will send additional SCALP missiles and the Mistral short-range air defense missile system to Ukraine.

Airbus Completes NH90 Sea Tiger Helicopter Flight Trials for German Navy

The NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter has completed 11 months of flight tests, paving the way for delivery to the German Navy at the end of next year.

Northrop Reviews US Navy E-2D Hawkeye Avionics Upgrades

The US Navy and Northrop Grumman have wrapped up the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Delta System Software Configuration-6 preliminary design review.

Ukraine to Enhance Maritime, Coastal Defense With 14 Australian Military Boats

Australia has announced it will send 14 rigid-hull inflatable boats to Ukraine to amplify the country’s maritime and coastal capabilities in response to Russia’s continued aggression.

GA-ASI, Lockheed Demo Avenger Drone for US Navy ‘Loyal Wingman’ Program

General Atomics and Lockheed Martin have completed flight test of the MQ-20 Avenger for the US Navy’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.

Textron to Produce Nine More LCAC 100 Hovercrafts for US Navy

The US Navy has awarded Textron Systems $394.2 million to build nine additional Landing Craft Air Cushion 100-class vessels.

Jong Shyn Lays Keel of Taiwanese Navy’s Light Air Defense Frigate Prototype

Jong Shyn Shipbuilding has held a keel-laying ceremony for the construction of the Taiwanese Navy’s light air defense frigate prototype.

HII to Enhance US Army Combat Vehicle Fleet Capabilities in $197M Deal

The US Army has awarded HII a five-year, $197-million contract to research and develop enhancements for its combat vehicle fleet.

Saudi Arabia, Iraq Ink Defense Pact to Enhance Cooperation and Security

The defense ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iraq met to sign a military agreement, discussed security and cooperation amid increasing tensions.