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Germany to finance delivery of Rheinmetall Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine
Europe, News January 14, 2026 , by IRIA
German defense giant Rheinmetall has announced that it would be delivering five Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine under a contract signed in December 2025, with the first systems expected to arrive in the coming weeks.
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US Navy awards $233 million contract to Northrop Grumman for advanced lightweight Torpedo
News, US January 13, 2026 , by IRIA
The United States Navy has awarded defense company Northrop Grumman a $233 million contract to manufacture and deliver a new advanced lightweight torpedo for the U.S. Navy, marking a significant step in modernizing undersea warfare capabilities.
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France’s Dassault Aviation invests $200 million in defense tech startup Harmattan AI
Europe, News January 13, 2026 , by IRIA
France’s Dassault Aviation has led a $200 million funding round in autonomous drone startup Harmattan AI, valuing the Paris-based company at $1.4 billion. The investment marks a major milestone for France’s defense technology sector and strengthens the partnership between industry and innovative AI developers
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Sweden expands ground-based air defense with $1.6 billion investment
Europe, News January 12, 2026 , by IRIA
Sweden has approved a major expansion of its air defense capabilities, committing approximately $1.6 billion (15 billion Swedish Krona) to develop a new ground-based air defense system. The decision comes amid heightened security concerns and is intended to protect military units, civilian populations, and critical infrastructure.
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Iran warns it will target US and Israel if Washington attacks over ongoing protests
Middle East, News January 12, 2026 , by IRIA
Iran has warned it will retaliate against Israel and the U.S. if attacked. The warning came as mass protests continued across the country despite the government’s crackdown and a sweeping internet shutdown.
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UK allocates $270 million to prepare forces for potential Ukraine deployment as Russia escalates attacks
Europe, News January 11, 2026 , by IRIA
The British government has allocated £200 million ($270 million) to prepare its armed forces for a potential deployment to Ukraine as part of a proposed Multinational Force for Ukraine. The UK is set to play a leading role in post-war security arrangements even as Russia intensifies military campaign.
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Kosovo receives new batch of Roketsan OMTAS anti-tank missiles from Turkiye
Europe, Middle East, News January 11, 2026 , by IRIA
Kosovo has received another batch of OMTAS anti-tank missile systems, produced by Turkiye’s defense firm Roketsan, reinforcing the country’s growing focus on layered territorial defense. The latest shipment marks Kosovo’s transition from an initial purchase to sustained fielding.
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Chinese, Russian and Iranian warships arrive for naval drills in South Africa
Africa, Asia-Pacific, News January 10, 2026 , by IRIA
Chinese, Russian, and Iranian warships arrived in South Africa on January 9, 2026, for a week-long series of naval exercises, as global tensions rise following recent U.S. military action in Venezuela and Washington’s seizure of several oil tankers linked to sanctioned states.
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US President Trump warns defense giant Raytheon over delays in weapons production and stock buybacks
News, US January 10, 2026 , by IRIA
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Raytheon, a major U.S. defense contractor, threatening to cut the company’s government contracts unless it accelerates weapons production and curbs stock buybacks.
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Italy to host first international F-35 pilot training center outside the United States
Europe, News January 9, 2026 , by IRIA
Italy has announced that an air force base in Sicily will become the first F-35 pilot training school outside the United States. The Italian defense ministry said the training center will be established at Trapani-Birgi Air Base, with preparation work overseen by the F-35 Joint Program Office and Lockheed Martin.