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France expands nuclear arsenal and extends deterrence across Europe in major strategic shift
Europe, News March 4, 2026 , by IRIA
France announced a historic expansion of its nuclear arsenal and a sweeping overhaul of its nuclear deterrence
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US accelerates hypersonic arsenal with HAVOC and Blackbeard programs
News, US February 27, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. is moving decisively to expand its hypersonic strike capabilities, unveiling new systems designed
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Germany’s Rheinmetall unveils FV-014 loitering munition with 100 km strike range in NATO demonstration
Europe, News February 20, 2026 , by IRIA
German defense firm Rheinmetall released live-fire footage on February 19, 2026, showcasing its new FV-014
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Sweden becomes first NATO country to order Rheinmetall’s SeaSnake 30 naval weapon system
Europe, News February 18, 2026 , by IRIA
Sweden has ordered eight SeaSnake 30 remote-controlled naval gun systems from Rheinmetall to equip the
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Germany signs IRIS-T missile contract with Diehl to replenish stocks and bolster air defense
Europe, News February 10, 2026 , by IRIA
Germany has signed new contracts with Diehl Defense to procure guided missiles from the IRIS-T family
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US approves $6.7 billion arms sales for Israel, $9 billion weapons package for Saudi Arabia
Middle East, News, US February 2, 2026 , by IRIA
The Trump administration has approved new arms sales collectively worth $15.7 billion. A $6.7 billion
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US Army awards BAE Systems $473 million contract for 40 additional M109A7 Paladin howitzers
News, US January 23, 2026 , by IRIA
The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems a $473 million contract to produce 40 additional M109A7 Paladin
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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
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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
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North Korean leader Kim hails ‘invincible alliance’ with Russia in New Year message
Asia-Pacific, News January 2, 2026 , by IRIA
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised his troops fighting abroad for forging what he described