This week in the defense technology sector is marked by significant international partnerships, advancements in unmanned systems, and substantial investments in next-generation capabilities. From major naval contracts in the Middle East to the expansion of fifth-generation fighter jet fleets in Asia, these developments underscore key trends for industry stakeholders, highlighting the growing importance of interoperability and strategic industrial partnerships. Read the full report in Defense-Update

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This week's briefing highlights critical defense technology developments that are reshaping modern warfare. Read the article.

Key highlights: Ukraine's 4,300km precision drone strikes destroying $2 billion in Russian assets, Israel's operational laser weapon deployments, and major AI partnerships including Anduril-Meta and Lockheed Martin's intelligent swarms.

We examine the acceleration of localized manufacturing across Europe and the Middle East, India's fifth-generation fighter program, hypersonic breakthroughs, and over $6 billion in defense acquisitions.

Essential insights for defense professionals, investors, and technology analysts tracking military innovation. 

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The age of science fiction laser weapons has come to an end; the era of operational directed energy warfare has begun. Israel has crossed a historic threshold by becoming the first nation to successfully deploy laser weapons in actual combat. During the Swords of Iron War, Israeli forces used Rafael's high-energy laser systems to intercept enemy threats, marking the transition from experimental technology to operational directed energy warfare. Read the analysis on Defense-Update

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This week's DefenseTech Brief covers the significant advancements in autonomous systems, the increasing strategic importance of previously less-emphasized domains, like the ocean seabed, and the urgent development of sophisticated offensive and defensive capabilities relying on drone technology. The report examines key developments across these areas, including the development and deployment of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), often referred to as drones or collaborative combat aircraft (CCA), which represent a central theme in modern air combat evolution. These platforms are envisioned as force multipliers, designed to operate alongside crewed aircraft or in massed formations, significantly impacting operational reach, survivability, and lethality.

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Defense companies saw robust financial results in Q1 2025, fueled by surging global demand and modernization efforts. This analysis delves into key players' performance and examines how post-quarter events – including potential NATO spending hikes, regional conflicts, and major international deals – are shaping the outlook for the defense market, suggesting continued strong momentum. https://defense-update.com/20250518_defense-market-quarterly-review.html

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In this edition of the DefenseTech Brief, we examine Europe's accelerated armored vehicle modernization efforts, contrasting them with the U.S. Army's scaling back of legacy programs. The report highlights key procurement initiatives in Greece, Romania, and the Netherlands, showcasing a strategic shift towards domestic industrial participation and advanced mechanized capabilities. This divergence underscores differing defense priorities and threat perceptions between the U.S. and its European allies. https://defense-update.com/20250513_defensetech-brief-may-12-2025.html

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The U.S. Army’s 2025 restructuring marks a decisive pivot—from legacy platforms to precision fires, autonomy, and rapid mobility. While this transformation opens new opportunities in missiles, drones, and sustainment tech, it also puts pressure on traditional players. We break down the winners, the exposed, and what this means for investors and defense suppliers.

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The defense landscape continues evolving rapidly, with emerging technologies reshaping battlefield dynamics across domains. This week's developments highlight cost-effective drone proliferation, increased artillery autonomy, extended-range strike capabilities, enhanced vehicle protection systems, and significant procurement decisions affecting naval aviation forces.

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טילי הנ״ט של החזבאללה מכים בישובי קו העימות בצפון ללא הרף, חלק מהטילים מצליחים לפגוע במתקנים רגישים ובכך הופכים את הנשק הטקטי לאיום אסטרטגי. ישראל עמדה בפני נשקים כאלה כבר במלחמת ששת הימים ב- 1967 וביתר שאת במלחמת יום הכיפורים ובמהלך השהות ברצועת הביטחון בלבנון, בין 1983 ל-2000. במהלך השנים פותחו בישראל אמצעי נגד תוך יישום טכנולוגיות פורצות דרך ברמה בינלאומית, כדוגמת מיגון ראקטיבי לטנקים, שבשים אלקטרו-אופטיים והגנה אקטיבית דוגמת מעיל הרוח המככב כיום בלחימה האורבנית בעזה. אולם, ההכרה בצורך של הגנה סטאטית מפני טילי נ״ט עדיין לא הוטמע במחוזותינו. האם הגיעה השעה לספק הגנה  איכותית יותר לנכסים האסטרטגיים שלנו, ולנקודות הרגישות לאורך גבולותנו? 

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מלחמת חרבות הברזל הציבה בפנינו תמונת מראה קשה של הזנחה מתמשכת בלוגיסטיקה של מערך היבשה, וחומר תכנון אסטרטגי ללחימה מתמשכת בזרוע האוויר. המצוקה בפניה אנו עומדים אינה מקרית אלא תוצאה של בחירה שגויה, חלק מתרבות החפיף שאנו מורגלים בה. לא רק שסמכנו על הדוד מאמריקה, אלא שהזנחנו יכולת אסטרטגית של יצור מקומי של תחמושת בעבור  אמצעים טכנולוגיים מתוחכמים ויקרים יותר שמקשים עלינו לצבור בהם מסה קריטית. עוד בנושא זה בפרק זה.

עוד בנושא זה:

• על ישראל לצאת לחרות בייצור תחמושת
• ישראל חייבת להשיב את העצמאות בייצור תחמושת

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