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DefenseNews.com • Rudy Ruitenberg

ArianeGroup weighs Germany-based production of conventional ballistic missiles for Europe’s deep-strike needs

ArianeGroup is studying options for producing conventional ballistic missiles in Germany, as European policymakers push for more deep-strike capabilities amid conflict-driven demand for “conventional ballistic missile” options. Bruneau said the rationale is tied to the expansion of active conflicts and the need for flexible deep-strike choices.

2026-04-24T11:21:04.606889-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Ukraine’s Drone-Hunting An-28 Turboprop Is Now Launching Interceptor Drones

By The War Zone: The latest evolution of Ukraine’s rugged An-28 Cash turboprop counter-drone platform combines interceptor drones and Minigun armament. The latest evolution of Ukraine’s rugged An-28 Cash turboprop counter-drone platform combines interceptor drones and Minigun armament.

2026-04-24T13:11:48.356135-07:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

Aura Aero storms ahead with Enbata MALE drone development

By FlightGlobal: First flight of uncrewed air vehicle is targeted for later this year in line with French DGA schedule. French manufacturer Aura Aero says it remains on track to achieve a first flight this year of the Enbata medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drone it is building for its home nation.

2026-04-24T13:41:21.237147-07:00
Military Aircraft Procurement   Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

Russia warns European hosts of French nuclear-capable Rafale will become targets

By AeroTime: Russian Deputy FM Grushko said that Moscow will add European hosts of French nuclear-capable Rafale to its priority target list after Macron's Gdansk visit.

Also: aviationnews.eu
2026-04-24T07:03:21.261074-07:00