arms deals

Oct- 2026 -

9 October

Arms

Japan Reviews Arms Rules as Ukraine Requests Patriot Interceptors

Japan is preparing to reopen internal government discussions on the direct supply or sale of defense equipment to Ukraine, including interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defense system.

5 October

Technology

Marines prepare ammunition for a 155 mm Howitzer during a Helicopter Support Team exercise at Camp Lejeune, N.C., Feb. 15, 2017. During the exercise, the Marines prepared and lifted a 155mm Howitzer to a landing zone. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division participated in the training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jon Sosner)

Rojoef Manuel

Metallus Secures $995M Pentagon Deal to Boost US Military Steel Supply

The Pentagon’s Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has awarded specialty metals manufacturer Metallus a contract worth up to $995 million to supply steel for defense applications.

1 October

Arms

Soldiers carrying ARAD modular assault rifles

Rojoef Manuel

Israel Ships First ARAD Rifles to Argentina

The Argentine Armed Forces have received an initial batch of 250 ARAD modular assault rifles from Israel Weapon Industries, initiating the replacement of the service’s aging FN FAL and M16 systems.

Sep- 2026 -

28 September

Arms

Anduril Founder Palmer Luckey presents the Barracuda missile to Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs. Photo: Edgars Rinkēvičs via X

Rojoef Manuel

Latvia Eyes Barracuda Missiles From Anduril

Latvia has announced its intent to procure the Barracuda family of jet-powered cruise missiles from US defense contractor Anduril Industries.

25 September

Arms

Green Berets assigned to 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) enter a room during close-quarters battle training at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 16, 2026. The exercise replicated realistic operational conditions, allowing Soldiers to refine close-quarters tactics, communication, and team coordination in preparation for real-world missions. 1st SFG(A) maintains highly lethal, rapidly deployable forces to execute the full spectrum of special operations alongside allies, partners, and the joint force as the preferred partner and premier special operations entity in the U.S. Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. John Bae) This photo was altered for security purposes in accordance with USSOCOM Manual 360-1.

Rojoef Manuel

USSOCOM Selects GMP for Weapons, Ammo, and Protective Gear Program

The US Special Operations Command has partnered with Global Military Products under a $19.5-million multi-award program to distribute weapons, ammunition, and personal protective equipment for US and foreign partners.

21 September

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Poland Targets Global Arms Market Growth With Philippine Defense Push

Poland is seeking expanded defense partnerships with the Philippines, offering weapons and vehicles to grow its industrial position globally.

Aug- 2026 -

25 August

Arms

A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade load an Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) training round for a live-fire exercise, Sept. 23, 2021, Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany. The APKWS is the newest laser-guided rocket system utilized by the 12th CAB stationed throughout Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jesus Menchaca)

Rojoef Manuel

US Clears Sale of 5,000+ APKWS Rocket Kits to Italy

The US State Department has approved a $364-million foreign military sale of 5,031 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System-II air-to-air guidance kits to Italy.

13 August

Arms

US President Donald Trump presenting the government's 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan at the Oval Office. Photo: The White House

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon Launches Digital Portal to Speed Golden Dome Contracting

The US Department of Defense has established a new online platform to streamline collaboration with industry partners in support of Washington’s $185 billion Golden Dome layered air and missile defense program.

10 August

Arms