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North Korean hackers have targeted employees of Diehl Defence, a German arms manufacturer, in a suspected attempt to steal sensitive information, according to reports from Der Spiegel and ZDF. The attacks, which began in April, were carried out by a group known as “Kimsuky”, which cybersecurity experts believe operates on behalf of the North Korean government.
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Saab has secured a second order from Lithuania for its Mobile Short-Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) system, strengthening the Baltic nation’s air defence capabilities. The order, valued at $116 million, follows an initial agreement signed in July 2024.
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Leidos’ small cruise missile (SCM), nicknamed the ‘Black Arrow,’ has successfully completed captive carry and store safe separation flight tests, moving the program closer to guided flight tests scheduled for later this year. The tests, conducted in December 2023, confirmed digital twin predictions of safe separation, benign store dynamics, and trajectory characteristics.
Photo: Leidos
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The B-1 Lancer demonstrated its global reach on 1 Oct., participating in events both in the United States and in South Korea.
U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Yendi Borjas
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Exercise UNITAS LXV, the 65th iteration of the world’s longest-running annual multinational maritime exercise, took place along the Pacific coast of South America from Sept. 2nd to 12th. Hosted by Chile, the exercise challenged participating forces with unique terrain, pushing them to adapt and refine their skills in a new environment. The United States showcased its commitment to regional stability and security through a strong presence of Marine Corps and Navy assets, including F/A-18C Hornets from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 112 (VMFA-112), a KC-130J Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 234 (VMGR-234), and a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft from Patrol Squadron 5.
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