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US and Canadian forces practise cruise missile defence
NORAD and US Northern Command are running Exercise Amalgam Dart across North America until 1 September, covering cruise missile defence scenarios and coordination with allied forces in the Arctic.
Royal Navy warship to provide air defence for Ireland
According to a report in The Irish Times, a Royal Navy warship will provide air defence during a meeting of EU defence and foreign affairs ministers in Ireland next week.
USS George Washington marks 200,000th carrier landing
USS George Washington has completed its 200,000th fixed-wing aircraft recovery, with an F-35C Lightning II making the milestone landing while the carrier operated in the Indian Ocean.
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American warship opens fire with new gun in Indian ocean
U.S. Navy destroyer USS Mustin has fired its recently installed Mark 38 Mod 4 30mm weapon during a live-fire exercise in the Indian Ocean, continuing operational use of the system after the ship became the first Arleigh Burke-class destroyer fitted with the new variant.
Royal Navy warship to provide air defence for Ireland
According to a report in The Irish Times, a Royal Navy warship will provide air defence during a meeting of EU defence and foreign affairs ministers in Ireland next week.
USS George Washington marks 200,000th carrier landing
USS George Washington has completed its 200,000th fixed-wing aircraft recovery, with an F-35C Lightning II making the milestone landing while the carrier operated in the Indian Ocean.
US orders more SM-3 IIA missile interceptors
Raytheon has received a $745 million contract to produce and sustain additional SM-3 Block IIA interceptors as the United States expands production capacity for ballistic missile defence weapons.
NATO and New Zealand deepen military cooperation
NATO's senior military representative has visited New Zealand for talks on maritime security, cyber threats and interoperability as the alliance strengthens links between Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific partners.
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South Korea cleared for 103 AIM-9X missiles
The United States has approved a possible $125 million Foreign Military Sale to South Korea covering 103 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II air-to-air missiles, additional guidance units and associated support.
UK troops to trial foot-launched military paragliders
British troops are preparing to trial a new foot-launched military paraglider developed by Wiltshire-based start-up Blakcro with around £6 million in Ministry of Defence support.
Castelion raises $1bn for hypersonic weapons
US defence technology company Castelion has announced a $1 billion Series C financing round intended to expand production of its Blackbeard hypersonic strike missile.
Ukraine maps supply chain behind Russian Iskander missiles
Ukraine's military intelligence has published new data identifying components, companies and individuals it says are connected to production of Russia's 9M723 Iskander-M ballistic missile, including dozens of foreign-made electronic parts.
US and Canadian forces practise cruise missile defence
NORAD and US Northern Command are running Exercise Amalgam Dart across North America until 1 September, covering cruise missile defence scenarios and coordination with allied forces in the Arctic.
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Norway Cleared for $270m 155mm ammunition sale
The United States has approved a possible $270 million Foreign Military Sale to Norway covering additional 155mm M795 high-explosive artillery projectiles and associated support.
Allies asked in writing for views on US bases in Europe
Allies have been sent a written questionnaire seeking their views ahead of the American review of United States force posture in Europe, the Pentagon's senior policy official has confirmed at #NATO HQ in Brussels.
British Army trials new battlefield radar in Canada
British Army gunners are testing the new Ground Based Surveillance Radar in Canada, using the lightweight system to track troops, vehicles, aircraft and drones and to help correct artillery fire.
UK moves to secure half of Devon tungsten output
The UK Government is backing the restart of the Hemerdon tungsten mine with up to £71 million, while seeking access to as much as half of its annual production for domestic requirements.
Lockheed fires rocket from Kodiak container launcher
Lockheed Martin has completed the first live-fire test of its Kodiak containerised launcher, demonstrating a system designed to carry up to 12 GMLRS rockets and deploy from air, land or sea platforms.
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