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AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

Ukraine says France and MBDA talks progress toward a potential license to produce SCALP cruise missiles domestically

Ukraine says negotiations with France and MBDA are progressing on a potential licensing arrangement to manufacture SCALP cruise missiles in-country, while emphasizing that no agreement is finalized. The discussions frame a pathway for Kyiv to expand long-range strike production capacity without locking into a confirmed deal yet.

2026-06-30T03:28:43.538594-07:00
Satellite   Space Defense & Militarization   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Reuters

Ukraine hits Russia's Dubna satellite site for second time, Zelenskiy says

By Reuters: Ukraine's military struck Russia's Dubna satellite communications centre ​in the Moscow region on Tuesday for ‌the second time, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, in a widening campaign of strikes targeting such facilities.

Also: CNN
2026-06-30T02:58:17.030766-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Defense Budgets & Spending   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Associated Press • JILL LAWLESS

Britain sets out a plan for future defense with a focus on drones and a fight over money

By Associated Press: Britain's future military will focus on self-flying jets, uncrewed submarines and drones. The Defense Investment Plan, announced Tuesday, aims to prepare the U.K.

Also: The Independent and defence-industry.eu
2026-06-30T01:43:25.394482-07:00
Aircraft Carrier   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
The War Zone • Howard Altman, Joseph Trevithick

Air Force Discloses B-2 Can Launch Stealth Anti-Ship Missiles In Surprise Announcement

By The War Zone: Pairing LRASM with the B-2 creates a powerful, penetrating, fleet-killing combination, especially in the broad expanses of the Pacific.

Also: The Aviationist, Naval News and defcrosnews.com
2026-06-29T17:26:04.080662-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Export Controls & Trade Compliance  
FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

Ukrainian drone maker to set up first US production line

By FlightGlobal: F-Drones systems like the F7 interceptor are made without any Chinese components, making them eligible for US military service Ukrainian Ministry of Defense F-Drones is the first Ukrainian producer authorised by Kyiv to export its uncrewed weapons to the US military.

2026-06-29T17:57:20.789709-07:00
Aircraft Carrier   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Military Aircraft Procurement   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Boeing  
The War Zone • Joseph Trevithick

MQ-25 Stingray Demonstrator Goes Aboard USS Nimitz For 250th U.S. Anniversary Celebrations

By The War Zone: The size of T-1, the Navy's tanker drone demonstrator, stands out as it sits alongside its crewed companions on the supercarrier's deck.

Also: The Aviationist, Defense Daily and defcrosnews.com
2026-06-29T11:42:40.861484-07:00