Counter-UAS & directed energy: Rohde & Schwarz unveiled Thoris, a laser-based counter-drone system pairing sensors, jamming, and a laser combat module, targeting formal launch in late 2028. Eurofighter production momentum: Airbus says Germany’s Eurofighter line is at peak activity for Tranche 4/5 deliveries, with ~150 jets ordered and Turkey joining as a new export customer. UK defence industrial policy: Defence Secretary John Healey pledged more UK-firm wins via national security exemptions and stronger requirements for British supply-chain commitments as the Defence Investment Plan remains contested. Private 5G for defence: Antevia Networks secured JOSCAR accreditation, aiming to speed procurement of its “5G Shift” private network platform for aerospace, defence, and security buyers. Autonomous logistics rescue: Saronic Technologies’ diesel-powered drone boat Corsair rescued Apache crew near the Strait of Hormuz, marking a first for US rescue using an autonomous surface vessel. US-China military-linked blacklist: The Pentagon expanded its Section 1260H list, adding Alibaba, Baidu, BYD and others, while firms reject the designations. South Korea counterintelligence overhaul: Seoul will dismantle its Defense Counterintelligence Command over alleged influence in a 2024 martial law bid, shifting functions to new bodies. Middle East escalation: Iran’s IRGC claimed strikes on 21 US-linked targets across the region, including Jordan’s Al-Azraq base, as air-defense interceptions were reported. Defense infrastructure strain: A US military infrastructure review highlights aging bases, major deferred maintenance, and the scale of facility upkeep challenges. Arms industry & training drones: Australia’s Boresight IPO surged after listing, selling low-cost expendable aerial target drones for military training and testing.