Belgium completes purchase of Brimstone missiles for MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones (opex360.com)

• Belgium buys 16 Brimstone 3 missiles for €10 million
• Arming of MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones
• Integration expected within months
• Drones already operating in NATO Sea Guardian mission

"Belgium has finalized the acquisition of 16 Brimstone 3 air-to-ground missiles from MBDA for approximately €10 million to arm its four MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones. Defense Minister Theo Francken announced the deal on July 23, 2026. Integration is expected within months. Two drones were already deployed in May 2026 for NATO's Sea Guardian operation in Sigonella, Sicily."