On June 18, the Spanish Navy conducted a launch test of the Hornet Block 1 interceptor drone from the F-81 Santa María frigate, in collaboration with the European company Destinus, founded and led by Mikhail Kokorich.
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US builds structure in Australia for nuclear submarine operations
The decision, announced on June 10, 2026, is part of preparations for the creation of the Submarine Rotational Force-West (SRF-West), a structure that will allow the rotation of nuclear-powered attack submarines from the United States and the United Kingdom from Australian territory.
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LITENING system updated for a new type of air warfare
A rapidly developed software update may have changed the role of one of military aviation’s most well-known targeting systems.
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Type 075 amphibious assault ship conducts combat training in the South China Sea
The amphibious assault ship Hubei, identified by hull number 34, took part in combat-oriented training in the waters of the South China Sea in late May 2026.
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MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Expands Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities
The MQ-9B SeaGuardian has taken another step forward in its evolution for anti-submarine warfare missions after being showcased with four sonobuoy launch pods during CANSEC 2026 in Canada.
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The United Kingdom prepares ship with naval drones to operate in the Strait of Hormuz
A Royal Fleet Auxiliary support ship has been loaded with unmanned vessels, underwater sensors, and autonomous sonar equipment to serve as a mothership platform in mine-hunting operations.
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Russia commissions new Burya missile ship into Baltic Fleet
The Russian Navy has officially commissioned the small missile ship Burya, of Project 22800 Karakurt, during a solemn ceremony held in Baltiysk, Russia’s main naval base on the Baltic Sea.
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Turkish company reveals KILIÇ and TUFAN naval drones for autonomous operations
Turkish company ASELSAN unveiled two new unmanned naval systems during the SAHA 2026 fair, expanding Turkey’s role in the autonomous maritime warfare sector.
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Ukrainian naval drones destroy Russian Sobol boat near the Kerch Bridge
Ukraine’s naval drone offensive resulted in the destruction of two Russian vessels protecting the Kerch Bridge, causing the death of all crew members on board.
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US expands naval arsenal with 177 LRASM missiles in $907 million plan
The United States Navy plans to significantly expand its purchase of long-range anti-ship missiles (LRASM), strengthening its strategy for potential maritime conflicts.
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U.S. reinforces aircraft carrier fleet with Hellfire and Coyote missiles against growing drone threat
The United States Navy is accelerating the installation of new defense systems in its aircraft carrier strike groups, with a special focus on countering drones.
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Brazilian Navy plans to acquire 4 new Tamandaré-class frigates to strengthen fleet
The Brazilian Navy is expected to expand its fleet with the possible order of four additional Tamandaré-class frigates, as announced by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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