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Sat Images Expose China’s Massive Desert Network to Bolster Nuclear Deterrent

Satellite imagery has revealed that China is building a network of launch pads, bunkers, and communications hubs near its Hami nuclear missile silo field in Xinjiang, a move analysts say could strengthen Beijing’s ability to carry out a retaliatory nuclear strike.

Battelle Supports Production Launch of First US Army Hand Grenade Since 1960s

The US Army has partnered with Ohio defense company Battelle to implement the full material release of the new M111 Offensive Hand Grenade.

Pentagon Taps Raytheon for $1B NASAMS Sale to Kuwait

The US Department of Defense has awarded Raytheon a $1-billion contract for the supply of National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System fire units for Kuwait.

US Army to Create Online Shop for Foreign Military Sales

The US Army plans to launch an online foreign military sales marketplace, allowing allied nations to rapidly purchase American-made defense equipment through a simplified digital platform.

Ukraine Develops Its First Indigenous Precision Guided Aerial Bomb

For the first time, Ukraine will be fielding a guided aerial bomb built entirely on home soil.

Lockheed Martin Breaks Ground on New THAAD Missile Plant in Alabama

Lockheed Martin has begun construction on a new missile production factory in Troy, Alabama, as the company moves to accelerate output of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense interceptors amid rising global demand for air and missile defense systems.

US Approves FrankenSAM HAWK Support Package for Ukraine

The US State Department has authorized a $108.1-million support contract for Ukraine’s FrankenSAM HAWK missile systems.

Ruta’s Next Evolution: A 2,000-Km Missile Built for Deep Strikes

The Ruta missile is being reborn for the third time, with Destinus moving ahead with plans for a long-range variant capable of reaching targets up to 2,000 kilometers away.

US Greenlights $428M in Apache, Howitzer Support Deals for India

The US State Department has cleared potential military support deals worth a combined $428.2 million for India’s Apache rotary-wing aircraft and ultra-light howitzers.

Firing From Every Angle: US Startup Introduces Rotating Counter-Drone Turret

A US startup is rethinking short-range drone defense with a rotating turret system designed to engage aerial threats across a full 360-degree field of fire.

US Army Builds New Bayonet Assault Course at Ranger School

The US Army Ranger School has introduced a new bayonet obstacle course at Fort Benning, Georgia, expanding its demanding combat preparatory pipeline.

US Navy Opens Laser Weapons Course for Sailors

The US Navy has launched a new training program for sailors operating laser weapons at its Directed Energy Systems Integration Laboratory in California.

US Army Orders More Fire Control Devices From SMARTSHOOTER

Israeli defense firm SMARTSHOOTER has signed a $10.7-million follow-on contract to provide its proprietary SMASH 2000LE fire control systems for the US Army, further expanding its position in the American market.

Lockheed Wins $407M Contract to Boost Guam’s Missile Defense System

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $407-million contract modification to continue the development of the primary missile defense system in Guam.

Colombia Rolls Out Its First Locally Built Assault Rifle, ‘JAGUAR’

After five years in development, Colombian forces are set to receive an assault rifle built entirely on home soil.

Saab Packs Dual-Charge Warhead Inside New Carl-Gustaf Anti-Tank Round

Saab is stepping up the Carl-Gustaf recoilless rifle’s anti-armor role with a new round designed to defeat the heavily protected vehicles on the modern battlefield.

S. Korea Army to Standardize Drones as Core Soldier Weapons

Seoul plans to adopt unmanned aerial systems as standard equipment for Republic of Korea Army warfighters, expanding drone use across combat roles and units.

Booz Allen Hamilton Wins Golden Dome Contract for Space Interceptor Prototype

Booz Allen Hamilton has received a contract to assemble and supply a testbed missile interceptor solution for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command.

Raytheon to Supply Patriot Interceptors for Operation Epic Fury

Raytheon has signed a $441.6-million contract to provide Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missile-Tactical missiles in support of Operation Epic Fury, Washington’s ongoing military campaign against Iran.

Turkey Turns 105mm Howitzer Into Mobile ‘Shoot-and-Scoot’ Fire Support System

Turkey has made 105mm howitzers more mobile, unveiling a new vehicle-mounted system built to improve “shoot-and-scoot” operations on modern battlegrounds.

France Steps Up Missile Output After Middle East Ops Drain Stockpiles

France is accelerating missile production after operations in the Middle East exposed shortages in its ammunition stockpiles.

New System Expands Mortar Crew Training Across Full Combat Cycle

Mortar training is set to become more accessible for Ukraine thanks to a full-sized system that replicates the form, weight, and functions of a real mortar.

Tiberius Fires Ramjet-Powered Artillery Shell From NATO Howitzer for First Time

Artillery shells could be edging closer to missile-like performance following a breakthrough from Tiberius Aerospace.

L3Harris Missile Unit Secures $1B Pentagon Investment Ahead of Public Listing

The US Department of Defense has completed a $1-billion investment to expand L3Harris Technologies’ Missile Solutions segment, boosting production of key missile components and preparing the firm for a stock market debut later this year.