US-Russia Missile Tensions: Russia condemned the reported US deployment of an Mk-41-based missile system in Norway, warning that Norway’s sites and command-and-control centers could become targets and calling it a blow to strategic stability talks. Long-Range Strike Signals: Germany demonstrated a new long-range capability by launching the Israeli-made LORA ballistic missile from a German Navy warship in the North Atlantic, framed as a deterrence message. Ukraine Drone Pressure: Ukrainian strikes hit Russian regions including Perm, Belgorod and Crimea, with Zelensky also citing attacks on oil-processing facilities and a drone storage/launch site in Kursk. Missile Posture in Eastern Europe: Ukraine’s spy chief said Russia moved Oreshnik-equipped 101st Missile Brigade elements into Belarus, raising concerns about missile and drone guidance infrastructure. Defense Industry & Procurement: India’s Defence Acquisition Council cleared about $11.6B (Rs 1.10 lakh crore) for Army, Navy and Air Force needs, with ~98% earmarked for Indian industry, spanning CBRN reconnaissance, mine warfare, helicopters and bridging. Counter-Tracking Debate: US lawmakers urged an Inspector General probe into DOD policies meant to protect servicemembers from being tracked via commercial location data. Drone & Missile Tech Showcases: Ukraine’s Fire Point will display FP-5 “Flamingo” cruise and FP-7/FP-9 ballistic missiles at Poland’s MSPO, while Lithuania’s Luna Robotics pushes 24/7 drone imaging for Baltic security. Aerospace Production Milestone: Tata Boeing Aerospace rolled out its 400th AH-64E Apache fuselage in Hyderabad, reinforcing India’s role in global attack-helicopter supply chains.