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India–UAE talks on exporting BrahMos supersonic cruise missile as Gulf procurement accelerates

India is in talks with the UAE to sell elements of its supersonic cruise-missile BrahMos capability, according to multiple sources. The proposed export comes as Abu Dhabi steps up defense procurement following the Middle East war, signaling a potential shift toward longer-range precision strike and deterrence options.

2026-06-22T02:24:41.188313-07:00

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US approves $1.5B FMS for Austria’s second 12 UH-60M Black Hawk buy

2026-06-19T04:16:11.949077-07:00

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Finland greenlights GBU-53/B SDB II (StormBreaker) buys to arm its incoming F-35A fleet

2026-06-18T00:03:43.009847-07:00

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US State Department clears $292M FMS for South Korea to buy 70 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles

2026-06-11T01:13:27.949362-07:00

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U.S. transfers four Ocean Aero Triton autonomous undersea/surface vehicles to the Philippines in a $13M deal The U.S. government transferred four Ocean Aero Triton autonomous underwater and surface vehicles to the Philippine military in a transaction valued at $13 million, according to the U.S. Embassy in Manila. The transfer adds autonomous maritime ISR/undersea capability to Philippine defense operations.

2026-06-22T19:41:14.299174-07:00

U.S. transfers four Ocean Aero Triton autonomous undersea/surface vehicles to the Philippines in a $13M deal

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India–UAE talks on exporting BrahMos supersonic cruise missile as Gulf procurement accelerates India is in talks with the UAE to sell elements of its supersonic cruise-missile BrahMos capability, according to multiple sources. The proposed export comes as Abu Dhabi steps up defense procurement following the Middle East war, signaling a potential shift toward longer-range precision strike and deterrence options.

2026-06-22T02:24:41.188313-07:00

India–UAE talks on exporting BrahMos supersonic cruise missile as Gulf procurement accelerates

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US approves $1.5B FMS for Austria’s second 12 UH-60M Black Hawk buy The US State Department has cleared a Foreign Military Sale worth $1.5 billion for Austria to acquire 12 additional Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters. A new Congressional notification indicates the procurement includes a specification upgrade to match Austria’s earlier 12-unit 2024 order.

2026-06-19T04:16:11.949077-07:00

US approves $1.5B FMS for Austria’s second 12 UH-60M Black Hawk buy

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Finland greenlights GBU-53/B SDB II (StormBreaker) buys to arm its incoming F-35A fleet Finland’s Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen authorized procurement of additional GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb II glide bombs from the United States to equip the country’s incoming Lockheed Martin F-35A fleet. The move supplements a 2023 US Foreign Military Sales contract and reinforces NATO’s precision-strike posture on the northern flank.

2026-06-18T00:03:43.009847-07:00

Finland greenlights GBU-53/B SDB II (StormBreaker) buys to arm its incoming F-35A fleet

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EDGE and Safran expand cooperation in France, targeting Hammer precision weapon and UAV-related programs At Eurosatory 2026, EDGE Group and Safran signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement to deepen collaboration and broaden joint work across their portfolios. EDGE opened new production sites in France as it pursues greater European prime standing, while Safran and EDGE also plan joint ventures around Hammer precision weapons and UAV-related efforts.

2026-06-16T09:19:21.523021-07:00

EDGE and Safran expand cooperation in France, targeting Hammer precision weapon and UAV-related programs

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US clears possible KC-130J support package for Kuwait’s Lockheed Martin tanking fleet The US government has approved a potential support package for Kuwait’s Lockheed Martin KC-130J tactical transport aircraft, operating as tankers. Kuwait’s fleet consists of three KC-130Js in the tanking role, with the cleared effort focused on enabling sustainment and support.

2026-06-16T01:17:15.752908-07:00

US clears possible KC-130J support package for Kuwait’s Lockheed Martin tanking fleet

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North Korea condemns US approval for advanced air-to-air missile sale to South Korea North Korea’s foreign ministry, citing KCNA, condemned a U.S. decision to approve the sale of advanced air-to-air missiles and related equipment to South Korea. Pyongyang warned the transfer would worsen tensions on the Korean peninsula, escalating criticism of the U.S.-South Korea defense relationship.

2026-06-12T14:47:42.989229-07:00

North Korea condemns US approval for advanced air-to-air missile sale to South Korea

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US State Department clears $292M FMS for South Korea to buy 70 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to South Korea for 70 Raytheon AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles, with related equipment, valued at $292 million. The authorization is intended to enhance South Korea’s air-defense capability.

2026-06-11T01:13:27.949362-07:00

US State Department clears $292M FMS for South Korea to buy 70 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles

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India–UAE talks on exporting BrahMos supersonic cruise missile as Gulf procurement accelerates

US approves $1.5B FMS for Austria’s second 12 UH-60M Black Hawk buy

Finland greenlights GBU-53/B SDB II (StormBreaker) buys to arm its incoming F-35A fleet

US State Department clears $292M FMS for South Korea to buy 70 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles

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