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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

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FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

23rd April 2026

The USAF’s Next-Generation Aerial Refuelling Programme is coming under scrutiny in the wake of the Pentagon’s FY2027 budget request, signalling a change in how the force could prioritise the modernisation of its tanker fleet.

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13th January 2022

Germany is supplying a couple of dozen trainer aircraft to Bangladesh.

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12th January 2022

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12th January 2022

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RAF receives final P-8A Poseidon

11th January 2022

Boeing has successfully completed the delivery of all nine P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft as contracted by the RAF.

Israel must wait while Egypt upgrades Apaches

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Israel must wait while Egypt upgrades Apaches

11th January 2022

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11th January 2022

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HMS Prince of Wales gears up for NATO operations

11th January 2022

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11th January 2022

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