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Hezbollah’s fibre-optic drones expose Israel’s counter-UAV gap in southern Lebanon

3rd June 2026

Israel is working to close a counter-drone capability gap exposed by Hezbollah's fibre-optic systems, drawing on battlefield lessons from Ukraine to replace improvised defences with targeted solutions.

Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

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Drone Summit turns spotlight on smaller companies and new uncrewed systems

3rd June 2026

The Drone Summit saw more than 100 companies from 20 countries, including Latvia, Australia, Canada and Israel, presenting uncrewed surveillance and attack platforms. The event came just weeks after drones, believed to be Russian, invaded Latvia’s airspace.

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Pivotal showcases BlackFly eVTOL at SOF Week with eyes on military adoption (video)

Pivotal has demonstrated its lightweight electric VTOL aircraft, BlackFly, live at SOF Week 2025, as the company positions the platform for special operations and wider defence applications.

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AUSA 2023: New EOS R800 RWS combines laser and kinetic capabilities to counter aerial threats

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AUSA 2023: New EOS R800 RWS combines laser and kinetic capabilities to counter aerial threats

10th October 2023

The weapon has been designed to be capable of blinding the optics in all classes of UAVs and ATGMs.

Boom time has arrived for South Korean defence exports (Opinion)

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Boom time has arrived for South Korean defence exports (Opinion)

9th October 2023

The Asian country to make the most spectacular and stellar success in terms of arms exports is none other than South Korea, a nation of 51.7 million citizens.

US Marines’ XQ-58A Valkyrie UAS completes first test flight

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US Marines’ XQ-58A Valkyrie UAS completes first test flight

9th October 2023

The XQ-58A Valkyrie, developed by Kratos and the US Air Force Research Laboratory (USAFRL), is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, with a total of six planned test flights for the USMC

US strengthens regional posture with munitions, ships and fighter jets in response to Hamas attack on Israel

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US strengthens regional posture with munitions, ships and fighter jets in response to Hamas attack on Israel

9th October 2023

The swift deployment of munitions and the mobilisation of ships and fighter jets in response to the Hamas attack on Israel raise concerns about potential broader regional involvement.

AUSA 2023: US Army Sentinel A4 air defence radar enters low-rate production

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AUSA 2023: US Army Sentinel A4 air defence radar enters low-rate production

9th October 2023

The development, announced at AUSA 2023, has attempted to improve the US Army's ability to track a variety of threats including fixed and rotary wings, UAVs and cruise missiles.

AUSA 2023: How the use of digital twins can accelerate the field of missiles and fire control solutions

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AUSA 2023: How the use of digital twins can accelerate the field of missiles and fire control solutions

9th October 2023

New Lockheed Martin digital engineering simulation environment designed to benefit several DoD programmes including the US Army PrSM.

AUSA 2023: GDLS introduces a new version of the Stryker armoured vehicle with robotic capabilities

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AUSA 2023: GDLS introduces a new version of the Stryker armoured vehicle with robotic capabilities

7th October 2023

The StrykerQB has a hybrid diesel-electric power pack, has been designed to provide silent movement and watch, and has been developed with exportable electric power.

Archer receives first payment for US Air Force eVTOL pilot trainer

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Archer receives first payment for US Air Force eVTOL pilot trainer

6th October 2023

The partnership between the US Air Force and Archer Aviation will aim to develop a deeper understanding of eVTOL platforms for military purposes.

Ukraine to receive SurveilSPIRE C-UAS systems from Germany

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Ukraine to receive SurveilSPIRE C-UAS systems from Germany

6th October 2023

A new order has been made for Ukraine to receive automated SurveilSPIRE C-UAS systems from Germany’s Rheinmetall and Estonia’s DefSecIntel.

China and Pakistan conclude Shaheen-X joint air exercises in Northwest China

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China and Pakistan conclude Shaheen-X joint air exercises in Northwest China

6th October 2023

The joint exercises featured a range of advanced aircraft, with China contributing Shenyang J-16 fighters and Airborne Early Warning aircraft, while Pakistan showcased its recently acquired Chengdu J-10C and JF-17 jets.

Italian Navy receives final NH90 helicopter

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Italian Navy receives final NH90 helicopter

6th October 2023

The Italian Navy now boasts a fleet of 56 NH90 helicopters comprising 46 SH-90As and 10 MH-90As.

US approves Spain's $2.8 billion Patriot purchase

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US approves Spain's $2.8 billion Patriot purchase

6th October 2023

Spain set to add four Patriot Configuration-3+ Modernized Fire Unit to its armoury, along with four AN/MPQ-65 radar sets and four AN/MSQ-132 engagement control stations.

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