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US Army Prototype Laser Weapon Set for Live-Fire Test

The US Army will begin testing a prototype laser weapon for close-range air defense this month.

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Scottish Firm to Provide Secure Communications to US Army

A Scottish firm has secured a $4.2 million contract from the US Army to supply a “next-generation” optical wireless communications system.

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Royal Navy’s Upgraded Spearfish Torpedo Cleared for Deployment

The Royal Navy’s upgraded Spearfish torpedo was cleared for front-line action after passing deepwater trials in the Bahamas.

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US Army Seeks Ground-Launched, Hand-Held Counter-Drone Capability

The US Army is seeking to develop inexpensive land-based and handheld systems to counter small drones.

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Indonesia Developing Amphibious ‘Tank Boats’ for Coastal Patrol

Indonesia has begun constructing floating tanks capable of patrolling the country’s maritime territories.

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US State Department Approves $1.7 Billion Aegis Sale to Canada

The US State Department has approved the sale of an Aegis Combat System to Canada in a deal valued at $1.7 billion.

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USAF Testing New Suits Against Biological, Chemical, Nuclear Attacks

The US Air Force has begun testing its new protective suit designed to protect airmen from chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear attacks.

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China Announces Facility Capable of Producing 100 Drones Annually

China has announced the development of a facility dedicated to producing military and commercial unmanned aerial vehicles.

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US Military Acquiring 600 Advanced Ground Robots Worth $70 Million

The US armed forces is acquiring 600 additional Centaur unmanned ground vehicles worth more than $70 million from technology company FLIR Systems.

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British Army to Upgrade Challenger Tank Fleet by 2027

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land has been awarded an $1.13 billion contract to upgrade the British Army’s Challenger 2 main battle tank fleet.

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