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Air Systems

Turkish Defense Industry's Asia-Pacific Push: First MPMS Vessel Meets the Water in Istanbul

Desan Shipyard has successfully launched the first Multi-Purpose Mission Ship (MPMS) built for the Malaysian Coast Guard in Istanbul ahead of schedule.

3 Oct 2026 431 Views

Air Systems

IRIS-T SLM for the German Navy: Adaptation development agreement to achieve operational capability on F125 frigates

An adaptation development agreement for the IRIS-T SLM system has been signed to achieve operational capability on the German Navy's F125 frigates.

3 Oct 2026 368 Views

Air Systems

France's Artificial Intelligence Move: The Era of the Loyal Wingman in the Skies Begins in 2028

France aims to conduct joint flights of manned and unmanned combat aircraft in 2028 under the Hypairion project, which was launched to reduce foreign dependency in military aviation and integrate national artificial intelligence technologies.

2 Oct 2026 714 Views

Naval Systems

Taiwan Air Force's Power Multiplier: First F-16Vs on Duty

Taiwan has received the first two of 66 F-16V Block 70 fighter jets ordered from the United States to boost its defense capacity against China's increasing military threats.

2 Oct 2026 464 Views

Naval Systems

Political Upheaval and Resource Scarcity in Italy: €8 Billion Defense Cut Looms

Rising public pressure and political negotiations in Italy have brought to the agenda the government's plan to make an €8 billion cut in defense spending. This situation creates tension between NATO commitments and domestic political priorities.

2 Oct 2026 472 Views

Cyber & Space

Taiwan's Long Wait Comes to an End: First F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jets Set Foot on the Island

Taiwan has received the first two of 66 new F-16C/D Block 70 fighter jets ordered from the US after years of delays. Landing at Chihhang Air Base in Taitung, the aircraft mark a critical turning point in the island nation's strategy to modernize its air power.

2 Oct 2026 487 Views