Strike Operations: Ukraine said it hit Russia’s Akhtubinsk military airfield and a drone-launch site overnight, triggering a secondary blast at a missile-component store. Gulf Tensions: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed six drones targeted a US radar site in Bahrain; Bahrain said its defenses intercepted Iranian attacks, with damage claims unverified. Naval Sensors: The Royal Navy awarded Saab a £15 million contract for radars to equip Kraken uncrewed boats for drone surveillance. Defense Production: Japan plans loans and subsidies to help civilian manufacturers switch to defense output during emergencies, addressing gaps in its industrial base. Counter-Drone Systems: Turkey’s Aselsan says its Ejderha electromagnetic system neutralized 51 drones in a test; BAE Systems has also selected Echodyne radar for its BATS counter-drone system. Shipbuilding: Balaena and Kongsberg will develop the Arctic Hunter uncrewed anti-submarine vessel at Birkenhead, targeting the Royal Navy’s future Type 92 requirement. Missile Contracts: Elbit Systems secured a $260 million deal to supply PULS rocket systems to a European NATO member.