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Marines Consider Drone-Equipped Future Reconnaissance Vehicle

The US Marine Corps wants to explore a drone-equipped amphibious combat vehicle variant as an advanced reconnaissance vehicle option.

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Ukraine in Talks to Get US MQ-9 Reaper Armed Drones: Report

Ukraine officials are in talks with General Atomics to purchase MQ-9 Reaper armed unmanned aerial vehicles.

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Australia to Acquire Additional Cape-Class Patrol Vessels

Austal has announced that the country is ordering two Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats to bolster its maritime surveillance capabilities.

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Sig Sauer Wins US Army Next Generation Squad Weapon Deal

The US Army has selected American arms manufacturer Sig Sauer to produce and deliver next-generation squad weapons and ammunition.

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Norway Gives Ukraine Anti-Air Missiles

Norway has given Ukraine around 100 French-made Mistral anti-air missiles.

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US Air Force Fields New Sniper Rifle Replacement

The US Air Force has announced it is deploying a new sniper rifle replacement called the Squad Designated Marksmanship Rifle.

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Finnish MPs Begin Deciding Whether to Join NATO

Finland starts debating whether to seek NATO membership, after the war in Ukraine sparked a surge in political support for joining the bloc.

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Up to 20,000 Mercenaries in Ukraine: European Official

Up to 20,000 mercenaries from Russia's Wagner Group as well as from Syria and Libya are fighting alongside Moscow's forces in Ukraine.

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Russia Using Weapons in Ukraine Smuggled by Iranian Militia: Report

Russia is reportedly sourcing Iraqi weapons for its Ukraine military campaign through Iran-backed smuggling networks.

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HENSOLDT and Thales to Equip German F126 Frigates With Sensor Suite

HENSOLDT has signed a contract with Thales to deliver a TRS-4D naval radar for the German Navy’s multi-purpose F126 frigates.

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