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edrmagazine.eu • Paolo Valpolini

Germany orders eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian/SkyGuardian UAS via NSPA to boost NATO maritime patrol; deliveries expected 2028

Germany has contracted General Atomics for eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian/SkyGuardian remotely piloted aircraft through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to strengthen maritime patrol and ISR. The systems — intended to augment P-8A Poseidon capability and NATO interoperability — are due for delivery in 2028.

Also: defence-industry.eu, news.defcros.com, suasnews.com, aerospace-innovations.com, ga.com and ga-asi.com
2026-01-12T11:52:12.556924-08:00
Satellite   Europe   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization  
Space Intel Report • Peter B de Selding

Sweden awards $141M ISR contracts to Iceye and Planet Labs; radar and optical satellites due in 2026

By Space Intel Report: LA PLATA, Maryland — The Swedish arms procurement agency, FMV, is purchasing 10 high-resolution radar and….

Also: Seeking Alpha and 3 more
2026-01-12T11:44:00.869810-08:00
Europe   North America   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
CBC • Murray Brewster

Russia and China co-operating more often and more closely in the Arctic, says NORAD commander

By CBC: Russia and China are working together more closely in the Arctic — both in the air and at sea, says the top U.S. commander of the North American Aerospace Defence Command.

Also: Space Daily and Military Times
2026-01-12T02:53:50.235002-08:00
China   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Supply Chain   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Export Controls & Trade Compliance   Defense Policy  
The War Zone • Thomas Newdick

Russia’s Geran‑5 Jet-Powered Kamikaze Drone Being Studied for Air-Launch from Su-25 Attack Jets

By The War Zone: The latest jet-powered version of the Geran long-range one-way attack drone is being studied for launch from Su-25 attack jets. The latest jet-powered version of the Geran long-range one-way attack drone is being studied for launch from Su-25 attack jets.

Also: Business Insider
2026-01-12T10:09:41.009205-08:00
Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Cybersecurity (Cyber Threats & Protection)   Defense Policy  
Seeking Alpha • Rob Williams

Trump weighs options on Iran as protests deepen: WSJ

By Seeking Alpha: Trump to weigh U.S. options on Iran protests—sanctions, cyber ops, satellite internet and military steps.

Also: The Verge, Sky News, Jerusalem Post, ANI News Agency and al-monitor.com
2026-01-11T09:08:46.672814-08:00
Dassault Aviation   Military Aircraft Procurement   Orders   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Asia-Pacific (APAC)  
AeroTime • Clement Charpentreau

India, France near major 114-Rafale deal before Macron visit

By AeroTime: India and France are in advanced talks on a major 114-Rafale fighter deal for the Indian Air Force, expected to gain momentum ahead of President Macron’s visit.

Also: India Defense News
2026-01-12T02:44:18.757765-08:00