Lockheed Martin has received a $68.5 million contract modification to continue production of the Three-Dimensional Expeditionary Long-Range Radar for the US Air …
Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch)
Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch)
Daniel Mercer is a defense analyst and contributor at TheDefenseWatch.com. He covers military modernization, aerospace programs, unmanned systems, armored platforms, and precision strike capabilities, with a focus on developments in the United States, Europe, China, Russia, and the Middle East.His work goes beyond reporting headlines. He provides operational context, examines procurement trends, and explains the strategic impact behind major defense decisions. His analysis aims to connect technical details with the broader geopolitical picture, helping readers understand why defense developments matter at both regional and global levels.
- Global News
Canada Reopens Fighter Jet Decision as Saab Gripen and GlobalEye Challenge F-35 Plan
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readCanada Defense Review Includes Saab Gripen and GlobalEye Offer in F-35 Reassessment Canada is reviewing its planned acquisition of Lockheed Martin F-35 …
- Military & OrdnanceMissile Defense Systems
The World’s Five Most Advanced Air Defense Systems Redefining Battlefield Dominance in 2026
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 13 minutes readThe World’s Five Most Advanced Air Defense Systems Redefining Battlefield Dominance in 2026 Modern warfare has entered a new era where control …
- Global News
Trump’s Greenland Push Linked to US Billionaire Ronald Lauder, Report Says
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readUS Interest in Greenland Reignites as Lauder Influence Surfaces Reports indicate that US interest in acquiring Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory critical …
- Military & OrdnanceTanks & Armored Vehicles
New U.S. M1E3 Abrams Tank Unveiled, Shows Major Design Shift and Advanced Features
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readU.S. Army Presents New M1E3 Abrams Tank With Key Design Updates The U.S. Army has officially presented the new M1E3 Abrams main …
- Naval & MaritimeUnmanned & Underwater Systems
UK Royal Navy Unveils Proteus: First Full-Size Crewless Helicopter to Counter North Atlantic Threats
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readUK Royal Navy Debuts Proteus Crewless Helicopter After First Flight The UK Royal Navy has officially launched its first full-size autonomous helicopter …
- Aerospace & AviationMilitary Aircraft
U.S. Air Force Receives Second T-7A Red Hawk Jet, Advancing Next-Generation Pilot Training
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 3 minutes readU.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk Delivery Marks Key Training Milestone The U.S. Air Force has received its second T-7A Red Hawk …
- Global News
Latvia Government Backs Archer Wheeled Artillery Purchase to Strengthen National Firepower
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readLatvia Approves Archer Wheeled Artillery Buy Ahead of Delivery Latvia’s government conceptually backed the acquisition of Archer wheeled artillery systems for the …
- Aerospace & AviationDrones & UAVs
General Atomics Secures $14.3M MQ-9 Sustainment Contract for Italian Air Force
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 2 minutes readMQ-9 Sustainment Contract Extended for Italy General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. has been awarded a $14.3 million MQ-9 sustainment contract to continue …
- Naval & Maritime
BAE Systems Wins $184M USMC Contract to Expand ACV Production, Boosting Marine Amphibious Capabilities
by Daniel Mercer (TheDefenseWatch) 1 minutes readBAE Systems Wins $184M Contract to Expand Amphibious Combat Vehicle Production BAE Systems has received a $184 million full-rate production contract from …
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