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Middle East UAV market underscored by $17bn in unsigned deals

25th February 2026

While several UAV programmes remain unawarded in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia is forecast to be the biggest spender with its potential MQ-9B and Gambit deals overshadowing others in the region.

February Drone Digest: US manufacturers face the Gauntlet and find success abroad

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February Drone Digest: US manufacturers face the Gauntlet and find success abroad

25th February 2026

The US launched the Gauntlet test in February as part of its accelerated attack drone procurement effort while also exploring various naval capabilities that could lead to procurements down the line. Shield AI’s V-Bat, meanwhile, has been stirring up global interest.

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First KC-390 Millennium lands in Hungary with official handover pending

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First KC-390 Millennium lands in Hungary with official handover pending

15th April 2024

The first Embraer KC-390 will undergo testing before an official handover to the Hungarian Air Force could take place.

Boeing upgrades Australian P-8A Poseidon MPAs

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15th April 2024

The upgrade contract could be extended beyond 2030 to cater for the additional two new P-8A Poseidons the Royal Australian Air Force was set to receive in the coming years.

How the Israeli Defense Forces overcame Iran’s attack

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How the Israeli Defense Forces overcame Iran’s attack

15th April 2024

Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel utilised numerous weapon systems, which Israel – with the cooperation of the US, UK, France and Jordan – was able to confront.

First ARTEMIS F-5 arrives in US for training programme

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First ARTEMIS F-5 arrives in US for training programme

12th April 2024

The Avionics Reconfiguration and Tactical Enhancement/Modernization for Inventory Standardization (ARTEMIS) programme has involved upgraded cockpit, avionics and supporting aircraft architecture. A total of 22 additional F-5s were procured ...

Space domain “has never been more critical” to US security, says US chief of space operations

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Space domain “has never been more critical” to US security, says US chief of space operations

12th April 2024

The increasing relevance of space in warfare scenarios and the proliferation of threats have been pushing the US Space Force towards modernising and investing in new capabilities.

Ready for the race: Air separation drone swarms vs. air defence systems

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Ready for the race: Air separation drone swarms vs. air defence systems

11th April 2024

As the dynamics of aerial combat rapidly evolve, Chinese scientists have engineered a sophisticated air separation drone model that can fragment into up to six drones, each capable of executing distinct battlefield roles and challenging the...

Orbit upgrades two multi-purpose terminals and carries out land testing

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Orbit upgrades two multi-purpose terminals and carries out land testing

11th April 2024

The communications company has upgraded two of its Beyond Line-of-Sight Multi-Purpose Terminals (MBTs) by introducing advancements in satellite communication technology and AI-driven maintenance capabilities.

US approves support of Ukrainian Hawk missile systems

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US approves support of Ukrainian Hawk missile systems

10th April 2024

The decades-old HAWK system has undergone substantial improvements since its introduction into service.

Hadean introduces new collective training capability at IT2EC

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Hadean introduces new collective training capability at IT2EC

10th April 2024

Integration of capabilities of Hadean and 4C has enabled the synchronisation between real-time actions and simulations.

Can the US overcome Russian and Chinese nuclear capabilities?

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Can the US overcome Russian and Chinese nuclear capabilities?

10th April 2024

Washington’s ageing inventory and the pace Moscow and Beijing have been modernising their capabilities put in check the US Nuclear deterrence.

Israel’s MALE UAVs ‘must adapt’ to Iranian-made air defences

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Israel’s MALE UAVs ‘must adapt’ to Iranian-made air defences

10th April 2024

Advancements in air defence technologies have begun to reshape aerial combat dynamics in the Middle East, as illustrated by recent events involving the Israeli Air Force and Hezbollah.

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10th April 2024

BAE Systems and VRAI have set out to harness the power of data to redefine fast jet pilot training.

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