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Ukraine fighter jet plans accelerate with Sweden and Belgian updates

12th May 2026

The country could be on the cusp of finalising an historic deal with Saab for up to 150 aircraft, with Belgium also increasing its number of donated F-16 aircraft to 53 with refreshed delivery timelines.

US Air Force prepares next stage of E-3 Sentry modernisation

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US Air Force prepares next stage of E-3 Sentry modernisation

12th May 2026

The USAF intends to conduct the second phase of the DRAGON programme from FY2026 to FY2030, while the future of the E3 replacement remains unknown.

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    Next-generation tactical UAS: Advancing European defence capabilities

  • NATO demonstrates equipment and prototype innovations in Crystal Arrow Exercise

    NATO demonstrates equipment and prototype innovations in Crystal Arrow Exercise

  • Pentagon confirms it will continue with the acquisition of E-7 Wedgetails for US Air Force

    Pentagon confirms it will continue with the acquisition of E-7 Wedgetails for US Air Force

  • NATO boosts uncrewed usage and shifts on concept of operations based on lessons learned from Ukraine

    NATO boosts uncrewed usage and shifts on concept of operations based on lessons learned from Ukraine

  • NATO demonstrates equipment and prototype innovations in Crystal Arrow Exercise

    NATO demonstrates equipment and prototype innovations in Crystal Arrow Exercise

  • Pentagon confirms it will continue with the acquisition of E-7 Wedgetails for US Air Force

    Pentagon confirms it will continue with the acquisition of E-7 Wedgetails for US Air Force

  • Next-generation tactical UAS: Advancing European defence capabilities

    Next-generation tactical UAS: Advancing European defence capabilities

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US-provided ATACMS missiles given green-light for use inside Russian territory

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US-provided ATACMS missiles given green-light for use inside Russian territory

19th November 2024

Ukraine has now reportedly used the missile on Russia territory following US approval, but will the UK and French Storm Shadow and SCALP missiles follow?

Typhoon remains “at heart of UK defence” despite claims production has stopped

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Typhoon remains “at heart of UK defence” despite claims production has stopped

19th November 2024

BAE Systems Air business has reaffirmed its commitment to the Typhoon programme as union representatives from the company urge the UK government to order 24 Typhoon jets.

Will Trump discontinue military support to Israel?

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Will Trump discontinue military support to Israel?

19th November 2024

Trump’s upcoming second term as US president has raised questions on how he will handle the conflict in Gaza and avoid a broader war in the Middle East.

German Armed Forces receive first of 82 H145M helicopters

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German Armed Forces receive first of 82 H145M helicopters

18th November 2024

The H145s have been named “Leichter Kampfhubschrauber” (light combat helicopter), or LKH for short, by the German Armed Forces.

US Air Force aiming to have CCA operational by end of the decade

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US Air Force aiming to have CCA operational by end of the decade

18th November 2024

By making “tough choices”, the US Air Force’s CCA programme has continued to move forward with Increment 2 on the horizon.

Multinational grouping orders Piorun MANPADS

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Multinational grouping orders Piorun MANPADS

18th November 2024

The Piorun MANPAD has a range of 6.5km with improved versions being developed. Estonia, Lithuania, Norway and Poland have signed an agreement to purchase systems.

Croatia to purchase six Bayraktar TB2 drones in $95 million deal

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Croatia to purchase six Bayraktar TB2 drones in $95 million deal

18th November 2024

The drones will be used to cover radio coverage in Croatia in both stationary and mobile configurations, according to Croatia’s Minister of Defence, and will be equipped with an initial set of weapons.

UK successfully fires SPEAR 3 missile in first trial

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UK successfully fires SPEAR 3 missile in first trial

18th November 2024

MBDA’s next-generation cruise missile will be fitted to the UK’s F-35B fighter jets, allowing them to hit targets from land and Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers, according to the UK Ministry of Defence MoD.

Saab partners with Helsing to get AI on Gripen E aircraft

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Saab partners with Helsing to get AI on Gripen E aircraft

15th November 2024

Titled ‘Project Beyond’ the AI systems provided by the partnership will work to enhance the Gripen E fighter’s capabilities, automating other tasks and allowing fighter pilots to focus on accomplishing their missions.

Lockheed Martin to increase PAC-3 MSE production by 70%

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Lockheed Martin to increase PAC-3 MSE production by 70%

15th November 2024

The company manufactured 380 missiles in 2023 and plans to build 650 missiles per year from 2027.

Second tranche of UAVs for Replicator programme announced

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Second tranche of UAVs for Replicator programme announced

14th November 2024

The capabilities of the selected systems add to those in the first tranche announced earlier this year by the US Department of Defense.

Canadian tech firm makes promise to increase precision and longevity of weapons

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Canadian tech firm makes promise to increase precision and longevity of weapons

14th November 2024

Supplied by Paradigm Shift, EPVD technology has undergone trials with the US and Canadian services.

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