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July 2026
- Naval & MaritimeNaval Strategy & Maritime Security
Brazil Launches Third Tamandarรฉ-Class Frigate to Bolster South Atlantic Presence
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: The Brazilian Navy launched the third Tamandaré-class frigate, Cunha Moreira (F202), on June 26, 2026, at the TKMS Estaleiro Brasil …
- Naval & MaritimeNaval Strategy & Maritime Security
Royal Navy Embraces Hybrid Navy Model in 2026 Defence Investment Plan to Counter Modern Threats
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 3 minutes readThe UK’s Royal Navy is pivoting to a distributed “Hybrid Navy” force of manned platforms and unmanned systems to enhance resilience against …
- Aerospace & Aviation
Indonesian Air Force Tests Domestically Produced WAFAR RD-702 Rocket in Push for Defense Self-Reliance
by Mr. SHEIKH (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) conducted a successful test firing of the domestically produced Wrap Around Fin Aerial Rocket …
- Military & OrdnanceMissile Defense Systems
Iron Dome Explained: Inside Israel’s $100,000-a-Shot Answer to $300 Rockets
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 8 minutes readExecutive Summary: Iron Dome is Israel’s short-range air defense system, built by Rafael and Israel Aerospace Industries to shoot down rockets, mortars, …
- Cyber & Space DefenseDefense ContractsSpace Assets & Satellites
US Space Force Awards Boeing $2 Billion Contract for MUOS Satellite Life Extension
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: The U.S. Space Force has awarded The Boeing Company a contract valued at up to $2 billion to design, build, …
- Military & OrdnanceMissile Defense Systems
Israeli MoD Unveils Iron Dome Upgrades To Counter Saturation Attacks From Rockets, Drones, and Cruise Missiles
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: The Israeli Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced on June 30, 2026, the successful completion of a comprehensive test series validating …
- Naval & MaritimeSubmarines
Philippine Navy Launches Third Tarlac-Class LPD as Strategic Sealift Capabilities Expand
by Samuel Drake (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: Indonesia’s PT PAL launched the Philippine Navy’s third Tarlac-class landing platform dock (LPD), designated LD-603 and to be named BRP …
- Aerospace & AviationMilitary Aircraft
Poland Moves To Support Ukraine’s F 16 And MiG 29 Fleets With Expanded Fighter Jet Repair Capability
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: Poland’s state owned defense group, Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), is examining options to provide maintenance, repair, and technical support for …
- Military & OrdnanceTanks & Armored Vehicles
IAG Unveils Next Generation Armored Vehicles To Strengthen Battlefield Protection Against Modern Combat Threats
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 4 minutes readExecutive Summary: International Armored Group (IAG) has introduced a new generation of armored vehicle solutions aimed at improving battlefield survivability against mines, …
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