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Hellfire Missiles Get New Mobile Launcher Hidden in 10-Foot Container

Lockheed Martin has packed a missile launcher into a 10-foot shipping container and fired a HELLFIRE missile from inside it, marking the system’s first integrated live-fire and vertical-launch test.

US, UK Kick Off Hunt for Systems That Can Destroy Emerging Sea Drones

As underwater threats continue to evolve, the US and UK are turning to industry partners in search of an integrated solution to reinforce critical maritime infrastructure.

New Zealand Rolls Out Jet-Powered USV With All-Electric Powertrain

New Zealand is expanding its naval capabilities with WHAI, an all-electric, jet-powered unmanned surface vessel designed for near-silent operation and a reduced thermal signature.

US Buys Torpedo Tube Launch and Recovery System From L3Harris

The US Navy is advancing its undersea warfare capabilities with a new system that allows submarines to launch and recover autonomous underwater vehicles without surfacing.

US OKs $340M Deal to Support Japan’s Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile

The US State Department has approved a $340-million foreign military sale of equipment and services for Japan’s upgraded Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile program. 

Brazil Unveils First Domestically Produced Gripen E Fighter Jet

Brazil officially unveiled its first domestically produced Gripen E combat aircraft during a ceremony at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in the country’s São Paulo state.

Leonardo DRS Joins $25B US Defense Tech Acceleration Program

Leonardo DRS has been awarded under a 10-year, $25-billion contract to accelerate development of military technologies for the US.

New UGV From AM General Can Act as ‘Mothership’ in Logistics Ops

AM General is looking to revolutionize battlefield logistics with its latest innovation: an unmanned ground vehicle that can serve as a “mothership” for other robotic platforms.

AeroVironment Wins US Army Red Dragon Long-Range Drone Deal

The US Army has awarded AeroVironment a $17.58-million contract to procure Red Dragon long-range, one-way attack drones.

Turkey Launches Serial Production of SOM-J Cruise Missile

Turkey has begun production of the SOM-J cruise missile, marking a major step toward fielding an indigenous stand-off strike capability.

North Korea, Belarus Sign ‘Friendship and Cooperation’ Treaty

North Korea and Belarus's strongmen leaders signed a "friendship and cooperation" treaty on Thursday, state media reported.

Kuwait Says Arrested Six People Planning ‘Assassinations’ Linked to Hezbollah

Kuwait arrested six people linked to Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group who were planning "assassinations" in the Gulf state, the interior ministry said on Wednesday.

Pentagon Orders More Missiles for Mideast War

Pentagon announced agreements with defense contractors to put missile production "on a wartime footing" as the Mideast war leads to rapid use of munition stocks.

Gaza Civil Defense Says Israeli Strike Kills One, Tents on Fire

A fireball erupted over Gaza on Wednesday as an Israeli strike tore through a tent camp housing displaced Palestinians, killing one person and injuring seven.

Iran Would Target Red Sea Shipping in Event of US Invasion: Local Media

Iran would target shipping in the Red Sea, a crucial conduit for global oil and other goods leading to the Suez Canal, if the US launches a ground invasion, an unnamed military official told local media Wednesday.

Combat Vehicles Gain New Computing Chassis for Faster Battlefield Decisions

Leonardo DRS is giving military vehicle crews the edge they need to make better decisions under fire with a new embedded computing chassis system.