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India and the United States have reached a landmark agreement on the transfer of fighter jet engine technology, marking the first such military technology sharing between the two nations.The deal involves co-production of the F-414 jet engine in India, with nearly 80 per cent of the manufacturing technology and intellectual property rights being transferred from US-based General Electric to India.This represents a significant step forward for India, as the US has never before shared such advanced defence technology with the country.During the Cold War era, India had received similar cooperation from the Soviet Union and later Russia, which allowed the…

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COLORADO SPRINGS — The Space Force intends to wrap up the reorganization of its acquisition structure within the next two months, establishing the final three of nine new Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) offices in the “June-ish time frame,” according to the head of Space Systems Command (SSC). Gen. Philip Garrant told reporters during the 41st Space Symposium here in Colorado Springs that the issue now is how to “most effectively execute and implement” the new structure to best support the acquisition mission. “There are conversations at the highest levels of the Department of the Air Force on what the org…

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The electoral defeat of Hungary’s Viktor Orbán dealt a blow to Russia’s foreign-influence operations—and illustrated how the Kremlin’s approach is changing. In the victory of the opposition-party candidate, other Western nations can draw lessons for confronting Russia’s continuing efforts.Orbán was a key player in Vladimir Putin’s effort to weaken the European Union and its support for Ukraine. In February, the prime minister blocked a 90-million-euro loan that would have funded Ukrainian defense and civil infrastructure. His government also tried to block EU sanctions against Russian oil interests. In March, news broke of Orbán’s foreign minister collaborating with Russian foreign minister…

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The joint venture will   manufacture, market, and deliver advanced missile systems. Credit: Rheinmetall via LinkedIn. Rheinmetall and Destinus, a Netherlands-based defence technology firm, have agreed to establish a joint venture focused on missile system manufacturing.   The new entity, to be known as Rheinmetall Destinus Strike Systems, is expected to be launched in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory approvals.  Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more The venture will concentrate on the production, distribution, and delivery of advanced missile systems for national and international markets. Its offerings…

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Norwegian defence technology firm Kongsberg Maritime has secured its largest waterjet order to date, supplying 18 advanced Kamewa propulsion systems for the Indian Navy’s next-generation missile vessel programme.The contract, awarded in collaboration with Cochin Shipyard Ltd, will equip six high-speed stealth corvettes with cutting-edge propulsion technology, enhancing their anti-surface warfare and sea denial capabilities.The program, valued at ₹9,805 crore, represents a significant leap in naval modernisation. These vessels are designed to serve as primary strike platforms, armed with eight BrahMos missiles, 24 VL-SRAM missiles, and advanced surveillance systems. Together, these capabilities will strengthen India’s operational effectiveness in contested maritime environments.Waterjet…

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SINGAPORE — Australia this week announced three major shifts in military leadership, appointing a new Chief of Defence Force, as well as new leaders of the navy and army. Vice Adm, Mark Hammond, the current navy chief, will take over as Australia’s top military officer. Rear Adm. Matthew Buckley will replace him as the navy boss. And, in the news that has gotten the most headlines Down Under, Lt. Gen. Susan Coyle will become army chief — the first woman to hold that position. In announcing the appointments, Defence Minister Richard Marles thanked outgoing defense force chief Admiral David Johnston…

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The MV-75 FLRAA are designed to delivers twice the speed and range of the current fleet. Credit: © RTX. Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, received several contracts from Bell Textron to supply five primary systems for the US Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), designated as the MV-75.   The selection of Collins Aerospace is part of the US Army’s ongoing modernisation programme for vertical lift aircraft, which aims to equip both the Army and US Special Operations Command with next-generation tactical assault and utility capabilities.  Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media…

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The Indian Air Force is taking a decisive step to address its fighter jet capability gap by equipping the MiG-29 UPG squadron with the next-generation MBDA ASRAAM.This marks a significant departure from reliance on ageing Soviet-era R-73 missiles, which have long formed the backbone of India’s close-combat arsenal. drawing from a report by Republic World.The ASRAAM represents a generational leap in aerial warfare technology. Its advanced infrared seeker and extended range of more than twenty-five kilometres effectively double the engagement envelope compared to the older Russian systems.This ensures that Indian pilots can strike first and strike decisively, a critical advantage…

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