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DefenseNews.com

India buys fighters; World Cup drone‑defence and Lockheed unveils 'Lamprey' submersible

Briefing: India has confirmed recent fighter purchases; counter‑drone systems are being used to protect the World Cup; and Lockheed Martin unveiled 'Lamprey', a hull‑attached submersible designed to recharge vessels' onboard systems. The items reflect procurement, force protection and platform‑support trends across defence.

Also: AirForceTimes and marinecorpstimes.com
2026-02-23T06:50:42.147343-08:00
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FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

Leonardo awaits Royal Navy signals before deciding next steps for Proteus uncrewed demonstrator

By FlightGlobal: Leonardo Helicopters is uncertain if or when its Proteus uncrewed technology demonstrator will fly again following the autonomous platform's maiden sortie earlier this year.

2026-02-23T06:30:22.598451-08:00
UAV Development & Drone Programs   AI   General Atomics   Military Aircraft Procurement   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Defense Policy  
The War Zone • Tyler Rogoway

General Atomics’ YFQ-42A Fighter Drone Nicknamed 'Dark Merlin'

By The War Zone: Merlins are small but fierce birds that attack in groups and are known for their stealthy attacks.

Also: UK Defence Journal, The Aviationist and 4 more
2026-02-23T03:53:48.711016-08:00
Helicopter   Europe   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
DefenseNews.com

Danish Seahawk medevacs U.S. submariner off Nuuk, Greenland

By DefenseNews.com: The U.S. crew member was retrieved from the submarine about 8 miles off the coast of Nuuk, Greenland, by a Danish Seahawk helicopter.

Also: Navy Times, marinecorpstimes.com and Military Times
2026-02-22T06:15:49.232387-08:00
Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
Reuters • Sergio Goncalves

US ambassador urges Portugal to buy F-35s, join top-tier air forces

By Reuters: The U.S. ambassador to Portugal has urged Lisbon to replace its ageing F-16 fighter jets with Lockheed Martin's F-35, saying the stealth jet would ensure interoperability with Europe's top-tier air forces.

Also: AeroTime
2026-02-23T01:41:28.824896-08:00