Cyprus is set to join France’s SCORPION program, ordering 80 Griffon armored vehicles & ~100 Serval light armored vehicles under the EU’s SAFE initiative. The move aims to replace Russian-made equipment, with a €1.18B low-interest loan secured. Deal finalization pending.

During #FreedomShield2026, 🇰🇷South Korean and ⭐️US forces fired Stinger missiles from the K30 Biho. Low-altitude threats, such as drones and fast air attacks, are now a top priority. Mobile air defence is no longer just backup; it's essential for survival on the frontline. #Hanwha

Saab, Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) have officially unveiled the first Brazilian-built Gripen E supersonic fighter. A further 14 aircraft will be produced according to the same model under the current contract with the Brazilian Air Force.

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GDLS, Epirus & KodiakAI unveil the #LeonidasAGV - a fully autonomous, microwave-powered counter-UAS truck. Neutralizes drone swarms & single threats without interceptors. Autonomous mobility + AI-driven Kodiak Driver for dynamic perimeter defense. Prototype at #AUSA2026

South Korea is getting ready to sign its first export agreement for the KF-21 Boramae multirole fighter with Indonesia during President Prabowo Subianto's state visit between 31 March and 2 April. This is a big step for Indonesia's air combat capability.

Rheinmetall unveils next-gen 120mm Ragnarok Mortar & Mission Module at #NordicMortarDay. Live demo in Norway’s extreme cold proved shoot-and-scoot speed, pinpoint accuracy & seamless platform integration. ”Europe’s defense depends on rapid, cost-effective solutions” Kjorum CEO

Romanian ”Sky Guardians” air-defense units deployed to Poland trained with NATO forces to protect Abrams tanks and Bradley IFVs from low-altitude aerial threats during a multinational field exercise 🇷🇴 🇵🇱 🇺🇸

FN Herstal and Damen Shipyards Group signed an MoU at BEDEX to collaborate on delivering maritime defense solutions. Both companies aim to integrate FN’s capabilities into Damen’s platforms and explore innovative maritime systems, including uncrewed surface vessels

🇪🇺EU legal analysis confirms that Hanwha Aerospace Romania is fully eligible under the EU #SAFE Regulation. A comprehensive legal memorandum concludes that Hanwha Aerospace 🇷🇴 meets all the eligibility requirements set out in the SAFE Regulation.