Germany buys aircraft self-defense systems from Elbit for $260 million
The announcement comes after Elbit received an order on Dec. 23, 2024, from Lufthansa Technik to equip the German government’s Airbus A350 shuttle fleet.
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Lockheed vows quick action on German Typhon missile launcher request
The U.S. defense giant sees new business in Europe for its multifunction launcher, which can fire more than a dozen missile types.
These wargames explored drone attacks on US military bases
Many of the details of these wargames are classified, but one key finding is that protecting domestic U.S. bases can’t be just the military’s job.
Germany, France to ‘clarify’ FCAS project by year-end as firms bicker
The countries' two defense ministers offered political backing at a "moment of truth" to a program rocked by industrial infighting.
Qatar used layers of US weapons to counter Iranian missiles
Four main systems, all made by American manufacturers, were highlighted as part of the Qatari armed forces’ military response.
US Army envisions a common launcher to fit allies’ weapons
The Army is prioritizing the pursuit of a common launcher as a cornerstone capability for deterrence in key theaters.
Airbus, TUSAŞ sign deal on Hürjet jet trainer collaboration for Spain
The new agreement aims to accelerate the process of integrating the aircraft into the Spanish Air Force inventory.
Slovenia scraps defense-spending vote, seeks new kit with eye on NATO
On July 22, the country’s Ministry of Defence told state-run news agency STA the government has fully withdrawn from the Boxer contract.
State Department OKs $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine
The potential sales include $150 million for the supply and overhaul of U.S. armored vehicles, and $172 million for surface-to-air missile systems.
Romania buys Spyder air-defense suites from Israel for over $2 billion
The transaction will be the second largest defense deal in Israeli defense-industry history after the sale of the Arrow-3 to Germany for $3.5 billion.
Berlin launches laxer laws in bid to hasten defense acquisitions
The "Bundeswehrbeschaffungsbeschleunigungsgesetz" law would remove the stop-work period that typically follows legal challenges against contract awards.
Turkey, UK agree on Eurofighter exports in step closer to deal
Negotiations on the potential deal with Turkey will continue in coming weeks, the U.K. government said in a statement.
Following clashes, Syrian regime formally requests support from Turkey
Turkey is working to provide training, advisory, and technical support aimed at enhancing Syria’s overall defense capacity.
Denmark buys four Sky Guardian drones for Arctic surveillance
The systems are expected to be delivered between 2028 and 2029 and will undergo a certification process.
Mysterious annex at North Korean missile plant has analysts puzzled
Construction at a North Korean missile factory could portend an upgrade to the country’s rocketry capabilities, according to satellite imagery and experts.
US Army drops into Australia for massive war games
“We landed right on the X," a commander told Defense News.
Romania, Poland take different tacks on buying new combat vehicles
Local production and joint purchasing have become hallmark features of European weapons acquisitions in the land domain.
