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From wingmen to underwater ghosts: the new era of defense drones

Defense Innovation Review
October 20, 2025
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Defense companies worldwide are unveiling a new generation of drones, airborne loyal wingmen and naval autonomous systems, set to reshape combat. Programs from Lockheed Martin, Dassault, Boeing, and others highlight a shift toward affordability, survivability, and autonomy. A new wave of air combat drones In September 2025, Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works introduced the Vectis, a […]

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The Russian mistral affair: eleven years later

Defense Innovation Review
October 9, 2025
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In 2025, Egypt is consolidating its role as a regional military power, balancing naval ambition, diplomatic pragmatism, and technological modernization. As Cairo develops a joint VTOL drone program with Turkey and expands defense partnerships with Russia, France, and Gulf allies, the Egyptian Armed Forces continue to reshape their force projection capabilities. Within this broader transformation, […]