Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on Thursday said five Tejas Mk1A fighter jets are fully ready for delivery to the Indian Air Force, rejecting earlier media reports that induction of the aircraft is facing fresh delays. In a
Diehl Defence and Germanys Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) have signed several contracts to procure IRIS-T guided missiles for the German Armed Forces.The agreements also include follow-on procurement to ensure ongoing supply and support for these advanced systems
Chinese researchers have unveiled a high-power microwave (HPM) weapon capable of extremely high energy levels that can disrupt high flying objects including satellite networks such as Starlink. The device, called TPG1000Cs, was developed at the Northwest Institute of Nuclear Technology in Xian, Shaanxi province
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited have announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating the joint development of advanced technologies for both defense and commercial use. The collaboration combines Lockheed Martins strength in integrated defense systems with Fujitsus globally recognized digital technologies and large-scale manufacturing capabilities
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Iran has test-launched and placed its Khorramshahr 4 hypersonic ballistic missile into combat service, marking the first reported deployment of the system in underground facilities operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). IRGC-aligned Fars News Agency reported that the missile, also known as Kheibar, has been deployed in what Iran describes as “underground missile cities
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Rostec and ZALA RSS will showcase new UAV and counter-drone systems at World Defense Show 2026, held February 8–12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. ZALA will present the latest Lancet-E reconnaissance and strike system, including the Z-16E UAV, Izdeliye 51E and 52E loitering munitions, and a new single-use launcher for Product 51E, highlighting upgrades derived from real combat experience
ST Engineering AirX has announced a partnership with Wings Over Water Ferries (WOW) to introduce its AirFish Wing-in-Ground (WIG) craft in India. WOW plans to lease and operate up to four AirFish Voyager craft from late 2026, subject to regulatory approvals
China could help Pakistan increase the production of JF-17 fighters as the current manufacturing rate of some 20 aircraft per year is insufficient to both meet the needs of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and potential exports. The “success” of the JF-17 against India in May last year has increased potential buyer interest with inquiries coming in from Iraq, Bangladesh and Indonesia, a top Pakistan Air Force (PAF) official said