German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stressed that the United States and Germany have shared military interests after the announcement of plans to withdraw U.S. 5,000 troops from bases in Germany over the next year. Officials stress cooperation will continue, while Europe may take on greater security responsibility.
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India has conducted the first salvo launch of the NASM-SR anti-ship missile from a helicopter off Odisha. The test involved two missiles fired in quick succession and demonstrated targeting and guidance systems developed by DRDO.
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Northrop Grumman has delivered the 70th E-2D Advanced Hawkeye to the U.S. Navy. The aircraft provides airborne early warning and battle management capabilities and is also in service with Japan, with ongoing upgrades to meet operational needs.
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Australia has selected Northrop Grumman for formal engagement to develop domestic solid rocket motor production. The initiative will involve local suppliers and aims to build manufacturing capacity to support defence systems and long-range strike capabilities.
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India and Sri Lanka conducted IN–SLN DIVEX 2026 in Colombo, focusing on deep-sea diving and underwater operations. The exercise involved INS Nireekshak and Sri Lankan Navy divers, improving coordination in rescue and salvage missions.
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The Indian Navy has received the stealth frigate Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A vessel, built at Mazagon Dock in Mumbai. The warship is equipped for multi-mission operations and reflects ongoing naval modernisation and domestic shipbuilding efforts.
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The U.S. Pentagon has signed agreements with eight technology companies to deploy artificial intelligence tools on classified networks. The move covers sensitive systems and aims to support military operations, intelligence work, and internal functions.
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The UK has tested its new Skyhammer interceptor missiles in Jordan to counter drone threats. The system, developed by Cambridge Aerospace, is part of a new defence contract, with deliveries to UK forces expected to begin in May.
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Israeli defence firm Rafael is in talks to take over Volkswagen’s Osnabrück plant as production winds down. The site could be repurposed to support Iron Dome components, with some jobs potentially retained.
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The UK Ministry of Defence will conduct a major wargame with five defence companies to assess how supply chains would perform during sustained conflict. The exercise will examine risks, capacity constraints and policy responses to maintain military equipment supply.
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