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Helsing denies Ukraine suspended HX-2 orders; says multiple units requesting more systems

Helsing denied a Bloomberg report that Ukraine had paused purchases of its HX‑2 loitering attack drone, saying multiple Ukrainian units are actively requesting additional systems. The company's statement signals procurement activity for HX‑2 continues despite media reports of a suspension.

2026-01-20T03:41:20.751878-08:00

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DOJ moves to seize two TFASA-built P-8-style ASW trainers intercepted en route to China’s PLA

2026-01-20T02:30:54.300702-08:00

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Czech government blocks transfer of Aero Vodochody L-159 light combat jets to Ukraine

2026-01-19T06:04:23.260688-08:00

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Lockheed Martin invests $50M in Saildrone to arm USVs with JAGM launchers and Mk 70 VLS

2026-01-15T06:56:51.641730-08:00

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U.S. approves potential $2.3B sale of maritime patrol aircraft and torpedoes to Singapore The U.S. State Department approved a potential $2.3 billion Foreign Military Sale to Singapore for maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, lightweight torpedoes and related equipment and support, the Pentagon said. It says the package includes aircraft, torpedoes, sensors and sustainment under the FMS process.

2026-01-20T12:46:05.172260-08:00

U.S. approves potential $2.3B sale of maritime patrol aircraft and torpedoes to Singapore

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Helsing denies Ukraine suspended HX-2 orders; says multiple units requesting more systems Helsing denied a Bloomberg report that Ukraine had paused purchases of its HX‑2 loitering attack drone, saying multiple Ukrainian units are actively requesting additional systems. The company's statement signals procurement activity for HX‑2 continues despite media reports of a suspension.

2026-01-20T03:41:20.751878-08:00

Helsing denies Ukraine suspended HX-2 orders; says multiple units requesting more systems

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DOJ moves to seize two TFASA-built P-8-style ASW trainers intercepted en route to China’s PLA The US Department of Justice filed a civil forfeiture complaint seeking to seize two P-8-style anti-submarine warfare mission crew trainers manufactured by South Africa’s TFASA. Authorities intercepted the systems while they were in transit to the People’s Liberation Army of China, and DOJ has opened federal forfeiture proceedings.

2026-01-20T02:30:54.300702-08:00

DOJ moves to seize two TFASA-built P-8-style ASW trainers intercepted en route to China’s PLA

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Czech government blocks transfer of Aero Vodochody L-159 light combat jets to Ukraine Czech prime minister Andrej Babiš and coalition ministers rejected President Petr Pavel’s proposal to transfer L-159 ALCA jets to Ukraine, citing technical availability and national requirements. The defence ministry says the type will remain needed by the Czech armed forces for another 15 years, closing the door on an immediate transfer to Kyiv.

2026-01-19T06:04:23.260688-08:00

Czech government blocks transfer of Aero Vodochody L-159 light combat jets to Ukraine

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Czech president signals possible transfer of L-159 jets to Ukraine for drone interception Czech President Petr Pavel said the Czech Republic can soon supply Ukraine with combat aircraft to intercept hostile drones, naming the Aero L‑159 light-attack jet as the most likely candidate. The move would add a manned kinetic option to Kyiv’s defences against persistent UAS threats.

2026-01-16T07:15:44.008068-08:00

Czech president signals possible transfer of L-159 jets to Ukraine for drone interception

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Lockheed Martin invests $50M in Saildrone to arm USVs with JAGM launchers and Mk 70 VLS Lockheed Martin has made a $50 million investment in Saildrone and will partner to equip its 20‑metre Surveyor USV with a JAGM launcher, with larger Saildrone vessels considered for Mk 70 vertical launch systems. The move aims to rapidly scale lethal unmanned maritime strike capability for the U.S. Navy.

2026-01-15T06:56:51.641730-08:00

Lockheed Martin invests $50M in Saildrone to arm USVs with JAGM launchers and Mk 70 VLS

FlightGlobal

EDGE and Indra form Spain-based JV to develop, produce and sustain loitering munitions for Spanish and European programmes UAE state-owned EDGE Group and Spain’s Indra have agreed to create a Spain-based joint venture to develop, produce and provide lifecycle support for loitering munitions and smart weapons aimed at Spanish and broader European defence programmes. Production and sustainment are planned to take place in Spain.

2026-01-13T07:00:30.571908-08:00

EDGE and Indra form Spain-based JV to develop, produce and sustain loitering munitions for Spanish and European programmes

Shephard Media

UK launches Project Nightfall to develop 500+ km ground‑launched ballistic missile for Ukraine Britain has launched Project Nightfall to rapidly develop a ground‑launched ballistic missile with a stated range of more than 500 km for Ukraine, with procurement contracts due March 2026 and an initial test‑firing of deep‑strike capability planned by 2027. The programme is also positioned to bolster UK long‑range strike options.

2026-01-13T05:52:10.183590-08:00

UK launches Project Nightfall to develop 500+ km ground‑launched ballistic missile for Ukraine

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Helsing denies Ukraine suspended HX-2 orders; says multiple units requesting more systems

DOJ moves to seize two TFASA-built P-8-style ASW trainers intercepted en route to China’s PLA

Czech government blocks transfer of Aero Vodochody L-159 light combat jets to Ukraine

Lockheed Martin invests $50M in Saildrone to arm USVs with JAGM launchers and Mk 70 VLS

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