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12 February

Iran Showcases Upgraded Bavar-373 Air Defense System During Drills

Iran unveiled an upgraded version of its domestically-developed Bavar-373 air defense missile system during the “Eqtedar” military drills.

11 February

The Indian Ministry of Defence inked a contract with Russian representatives to procure anti-ship cruise missiles

Christine Casimiro

India Buys Anti-Ship Missiles From Russia

In line with existing defense cooperation, India has signed a contract with Russia to procure anti-ship cruise missiles for the country’s submarine fleet.

11 February

Inder Singh Bisht

Morocco Orders Israeli Howitzers After ‘Problems’ With French Caesars

The Royal Moroccan Armed Forces has contracted Israel’s Elbit Systems for the delivery of 36 Atmos 2000 self-propelled artillery systems.

10 February

Inder Singh Bisht

France Test-Fires Hellfire Missile Replacement

The French defense procurement agency conducted the first long-range firing of the MAST-F, or AKERON LP, air-to-ground missile recently.

7 February

Inder Singh Bisht

US Approves Sale of Modernization Kits for Egypt’s Fast Missile Craft

The US State Department has approved an estimated $625-million sale of modernization kits and services for Egypt’s fast missile craft.

5 February

An F-35C aircraft performs a dual, external release of a GBU-54.

Giulia Bernacchi

USAF F-35 Drops Two GBU-54 Bombs in First Dual Release Test

The US Air Force has carried out the first dual external release of a GBU-54 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition from an F-35 aircraft.

4 February

Giulia Bernacchi

Sweden Buys Mk82 Bombs From Rheinmetall to Equip Gripen Aircraft

Sweden has contracted Rheinmetall to acquire Mk82 bombs for its Gripen aircraft, aiming to enhance its air force's ground target capabilities.

4 February

Artist rendering of Trident II D5 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile

Christine Casimiro

Lockheed to Upgrade Trident II D5 Missile for US Navy

Lockheed Martin has secured a $383-million contract modification to develop a next-generation Trident II Strategic Weapons System D5 missile for the US Navy.

4 February