AUKUS defense solutions scientists subjected the military alliance’s autonomous vehicles to a range of simulated attacks during the Trusted Operation of Robotic Vehicles in a Contested Environment test. The Department of Defense said the testing, held at the Cultana Training Area in South Australia in fall 2023, complemented the work on AUKUS artificial intelligence-powered drones...
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UK Awards Thales $2.3B Contract to Boost Royal Navy’s Readiness
French electronic defense contractor Thales has secured a $2.3 billion, 15-year contract to keep the British Royal Navy’s fleet at sea longer. The company said the new Maritime Sensor Enhancement Team contract, which started Jan. 1, responds to the rising need to boost the availability of RN ships and submarines amid growing uncertainties in the...
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US OKs Netherlands’ Proposal to Purchase Hellfire Missiles
The U.S. Department of State has cleared the way for the potential sale of Hellfire missiles to the Netherlands. The proposed $150 million foreign military sale would deliver 386 air-to-ground missiles to the Dutch government. According to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, the Hellfire missile deal also includes technical, integration, logistics and program support. The...
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US, Indo-Pacific Allies Conclude Annual Sea Dragon Anti-Sub War Games
U.S. forces have concluded a major maritime military exercise alongside allied and partner nations from the Indo-Pacific. Sea Dragon is a two-week, annual, multinational exercise hosted by the United States to practice and enhance anti-submarine warfare tactics. The 2024 iteration of the exercise was held in Guam and included participants from the U.S. Navy, Royal Australian...
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US Clears Proposed Delivery of MQ-9Bs to India
The United States has approved a request from the Indian government to purchase a fleet of MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft. Details of the proposed $3.99 billion Foreign Military Sale deal have been submitted to Congress for approval, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. India’s request includes the acquisition of 31 MQ-9B Sky Guardian aircraft,...
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Saab, MBDA Collaborate to Develop Advanced Anti-Tank, Air Defense Capabilities
Saab and MBDA have signed letters of intent to strengthen their collaboration in advancing anti-tank and air defense capabilities. The companies finalized the agreement on Wednesday to support a new strategic partnership that France and Sweden sealed the day before as part of French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Sweden. The two countries identified...
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Germany, Poland and Netherlands Aim for Rapid Military Deployment to NATO’s Eastern Flank
Germany, the Netherlands and Poland have agreed to accelerate the deployment of troops and weapons to NATO’s eastern flank in the event of a conflict with Russia. The three NATO members signed a letter of intent for closer cooperation on Tuesday to establish a condition that supports swift military maneuver across Europe. The deal would...
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New Zealand, Australia Forge Partnership to Support Earth, Space Research Projects
New Zealand and Australia are working together to advance Earth and space science research. Judith Collins, New Zealand’s space minister, welcomed the agreement, saying the collaboration will bring “real-world benefits to New Zealanders.” “New Zealand has an innovative space sector. This partnership presents exciting opportunities for it to grow and thrive. It is also an...
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Czech Republic Signs Deal to Purchase 24 F-35s From Lockheed Martin
The Czech Republic has formalized an agreement with the United States to acquire 24 F-35 Lightning II aircraft. According to Lockheed Martin, the European nation sealed the deal by signing a letter of offer and acceptance on Monday. Bridget Lauderdale, vice president and general manager of the F-35 program at Lockheed, confirmed that the Czech...
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Greece Wins US Approval to Acquire 40 F-35 Fighter Jets
The U.S. Department of State has given the green light on Greece’s plan to purchase 40 F-35 fighter jets from the United States. Details of the proposed foreign military sale worth $8.6 billion have been sent to Congress for review and approval, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. Under the deal, Athens is also...