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Year: 2020

Air Platform

Taiwan finalized a defense deal with the U.S. worth $62 billion

August 15, 2020 GDC 0

WASHINGTON (GDC) — Taiwan finalized the purchase of advanced F-16V fighter jets from US aircraft manufacturer Lockheed Martin on Friday, a source confirmed to AFP, in a $62 billion 10-year deal sure to anger Beijing. […]

Infantry Weapons

Lockheed Martin And MBDA Joint Venture Submit Proposal For Germany’s Integrated ADS

August 15, 2020 GDC 0

TLVS GmbH, the joint venture (JV) between MBDA Deutschland and Lockheed Martin – has submitted an updated and final proposal to the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) for […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Taiwanese F-16 warned of 20 Chinese J-11 fighters over Taiwan Straits

August 15, 2020 GDC 0

TAIPEI (GDC) — Since Chinese fighter jets were reported to have crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Monday (Aug. 10), news has surfaced that some of the over 20 warplanes were likely […]

Middle East

Israel And United Arab Emirates Strike Historic Diplomatic Agreement

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

Israel and the United Arab Emirates reached a landmark accord sealed by President Trump on Thursday that could presage a broader realignment in the region as the two agreed to “full normalization of relations” in […]

Europe

Greek Frigate Limnos rammed Turkish MEKO-class frigates

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

An extraordinary event took place last night with Turkish media remaining completely silent about the renewed tensions in the Aegean. Last night, the Greek frigate Limnos rammed and damaged the Turkish Kemal Reis war ship […]

Naval Platforms

Sikorsky awarded maintenance contract for Australian MH-60R helicopters

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds said the agreement with the US Navy is a testament to the close ties between the two Navies. “The US Navy play a pivotal and trusted role […]

Infantry Weapons

Target Galwan Valley: China tests lightweight 122mm Howitzers

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

The Chinese PLA has tested a new lightweight 122-millimeter caliber wheeled howitzer besides a wheeled vehicle mounted HJ-10 anti-tank missile system. The two new weapons made their first public appearance in live-fire drills in a […]

Air Platform

Saab proposes GlobalEye for South Korean AEW&C requirement

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

Saab has confirmed plans to position its GlobalEye platform for South Korea’s recently announced programme to acquire additional airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft. Saab told British magazine Janes that it expects the procurement to […]

Air Platform

RCAF’s Future Fighter Capability Project (FFCP) Is On Track To Select Either Gripen, Super Hornet Or F-35

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

Saab, Lockheed Martin and Boeing have each submitted a proposal to Canada’s Future fighter capability project (FFCP). In the running to replace the country’s fleet of McConnell Douglas CF-18 Hornets are the Gripen E, the […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Thai Shipyard built two M36-class Patrol Boats for Thai Navy

August 14, 2020 GDC 0

Thai shipbuilding company Marsun Limited has launched two more M36-class patrol vessels for the Royal Thai Navy (RTN). The boats, with pennant numbers 114 and 115 respectively, were launched on 31 July at Marsun’s facilities […]

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  • The engineering of the F-35 stealth aircraft makes it impossible for opposing forces to engage with surface-to-air missiles.  

    March 10, 2026 0
    Stealth aircraft aren’t “invisible”—they’re engineered to be extremely hard to detect across radar, infrared, acoustic, and visual spectrums. The engineering behind them is a fusion of physics, materials science, aerodynamics, and electronic warfare. The Saab [...]
  • Spain Orders 20 Additional Latest Variant Eurofighter Typhoon

    June 26, 2022 0
    Spain has placed an order for 20 latest generation Eurofighter jets to replace the older fleet of F-18 fighters operated by the Spanish Air Force on the Canary Islands.   Spain to buy more Eurofighter [...]
  • Ukraine’s long-range RAM X FPV drones wreaked havoc on the Russian air defense system

    July 30, 2024 0
    A new type of long-range Ukrainian FPV drone is destroying Russian mobile air defense systems. The greater reach of this type of weapon brings many new targets into range, and the Ukrainians are taking advantage [...]
  • Several HIMARS Strikes Killed 700 Russian Conscripts Defending West Bank Of Dnipro River

    December 5, 2022 0
    Russian military unit holding President Vladimir Putin’s annexed land lost 70 percent of its soldiers in a single week, according to Ukrainian military officials. Only French Rafale Can Solve Ukrainian Fighter Jets ShortageDateJune 6, 2021Ukraine’s [...]
  • Indian Prime Minister Adolf Modi’s anti-Chinese unilateral India-only neighbourhood policy responsible for the ouster of pro-Modi Sheikh Hasina

    August 24, 2024 0
    The recent resignation of Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a key ally of India, has raised concerns about the future of New Delhi’s “Neighbourhood First” foreign policy and a possible shift in the balance of [...]
  • Taiwan Tracks Second Chinese Combat Patrol Near Taiwan’s Air Defense Zone.

    May 26, 2026 0
    Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese “joint combat readiness patrol” in a week near the island, as ​Taipei steps up its guard over Beijing’s activities.China has pressured Taiwan ‌by increasing [...]
Europe

Ukraine develops new Zetros-based 155mm howitzer called Marta.

June 22, 2026 0

Germany and Ukraine signed agreements that include €750 million ($870 million) for 200 Bohdana self-propelled artillery systems on Zetros chassis, and those systems now have a confirmed name and barrel specification: defense analyst Jeff, reporting […]

Europe

MBDA unveils deep-strike, air defence, and smart mass-weapons portfolio.

June 21, 2026 0

MBDA will present a broad portfolio of sovereign defence solutions at Eurosatory 2026 as Europe and its allies accelerate rearmament. The company said the portfolio is intended to address armed forces’ needs in an increasingly […]

Americas

Lockheed Martin Unveils HIMARS FLEX with 12 Launch Canisters Capable of Firing Extended Range GMLRS, PrSM, and ATACMS.

June 20, 2026 0

Lockheed Martin announced the HIMARS FLEX on June 16, a modular evolution of the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System that introduces a dual-pod launcher configuration capable of carrying double the munitions of the standard […]

Infantry Weapons

Indian Army selects Meprolight MEPRO X6 as new daytime optic for Negev light machine guns.

June 18, 2026 0

The Indian Army has selected Meprolight’s MEPRO X6 telescopic sight as the dedicated daytime optic for its Negev light machine guns (LMG), concluding a multi‑year evaluation process aimed at boosting long‑range engagement capability across frontline […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Taiwan’s Army Fires HIMARS Rocket Artillery in an Anti-invasion Drills.

June 10, 2026 0

Taiwan’s military on Wednesday fired its new mobile HIMARS rocket system, which is widely used by Ukraine, simulating an attack ​on an invading Chinese force and demonstrating its ability to “shoot-and-scoot” by avoiding ‌counter strikes. […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Australia fires its first homegrown AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer.

June 8, 2026 0

Australia fired its first domestically built self-propelled howitzers during live-fire training last week, completing the journey from a production line in Geelong to live rounds downrange in a matter of months — a timeline that […]

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Air Force activate first overseas F-35A squadron in England

  • Land Platform

    Syria wants to replace Russian MLRS with Belarusian MLRS

  • C4iSR

    Ukrainian ATACMS destroyed Russia’s S-400 launchers, three radars and Fundament-M air surveillance system

  • Ballistic Missile

    Indonesia received the Turkish KHAN ballistic missile

  • Air Platform

    Norway agrees to donate F-16 planes to Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    Iraq Ditches Russia’s Su-35, Opt-in For 14 Dassault Rafale Fighter Jets

  • Defense Industry

    The Philippines Plans To Buy Saab’s Gripen Fighters In 2022

  • Europe

    Putin Suffers Devastating Blow As Ukraine Killed Two Top Ranking Airborne Commanders

  • South Asia

    United Nations finds former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina authorised killing of 1,400 people in bid to stay in power

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Thai Air Force’s Gripen Fighter Jet Bombed Cambodia’s Chinese-owned Casino Hub.

  • Europe

    Turkey deploys Syrian rebels as PMC in Azerbaijan

  • Europe

    North Korea Sends More Ammo and Artillery To Russia

  • C4iSR

    Australia signed $2.5 billion defence export deal to provide Canada with world-leading radar technology.

  • C4iSR

    IBIS200 Fire Control Radar

  • Air Platform

    Slovakia to Receive F-16V Block 70 FighterJets in 2024

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Received First Batch Of F-16 Fighting Falcon Fighter Jets

  • Middle East

    Kuwaiti F/A-18 pilot didn’t follow the IFF procedure or didn’t turn on the IFF transponder before carrying out air defence missions, resulting in the downing of America’s F-15 jets.

  • Middle East

    Egypt Plans to Buy France’s Barracuda Class Submarines

  • Uncategorized

    Amid China tensions, Australia bought additional 12 MH-60R ASW helicopters for RAN

  • Europe

    Russia deploys Soviet-era T-34 tanks in the Ukraine war

  • Europe

    UK Signs Security Pact With Sweden and Finland, Amid Russia tensions

  • Europe

    Ukraine Received Two batteries Of NASAMS II Anti-air System

  • Air Platform

    Turkish Hurjet Light Attack Aircraft Completes First Supersonic Flight

  • Naval Weapons

    Exocet MM40 Block 3 Long Range Anti-ship Missile

  • Naval Platforms

    Corruption-riddled Bangladesh Navy’s second-hand Chinese-made ships and submarines are inoperable.

  • Middle East

    President Trump Asked US Air Force to Prepare for Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facility

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea Fired Missiles In Response To North Korean Missile Launches

  • Anti-ship Missile

    Indonesia purchases CAKIR anti-ship cruise missiles from Turkiye

  • Air Platform

    Airbus Unveils French Army’s NH90 Caïman Special Operations Helicopter Prototype

  • Middle East

    Turkey-Qatar military cooperation could stabilize the region

  • Europe

    Turkiye has reached its limits to fund its ambitions to become arms export superpower.

  • Europe

    Dearsan unveils its new F142 frigate concept and USV 15 models

  • Europe

    Rostec to unveil a new aircraft at MAKS 2021 airshow

  • Uncategorized

    Turkish Aselsan awarded $13.3 million contract for software based radios

  • Air Platform

    U.S. congress moves against Egypt over Russian Su-35 fighters

  • Africa

    Two Pantsir ADS Caught Fire In Lightning Strike

  • Europe

    Turkish Bayraktar TB2 Encircles Crimea with SIGINT Kit

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China’s Second Type 055 Destroyer Enters Service With PLA Navy

  • Air Platform

    Sikorsky Takes Defiant X Helo To NFAC Complex For Wind Tunnel Testing

  • Air Platform

    Turkish Bayraktar TB2: “Say Hello To My Little Friend”

  • Loitering Munitions

    Hamas launched 20 kamikaze drones from Gaza in Israel as IDF continues to bomb Gaza

  • Europe

    US Navy and Royal Navy warships entered the Barents Sea

  • Europe

    Pantsir anti-air gun and missile with “Z” sign abandoned by Russian forces

  • Americas

    AUKUS partners announce Pillar II plans: Artificial intelligence, cyber, Electronic warfare and hypersonics

  • Uncategorized

    Belgium chooses H145M for military and police

  • Europe

    Germany Delivers 30 Gepard Anti-air Gun To Ukraine

  • Europe

    Damen selects Rheinmetall to supply next-generation MLG27-4.0 gun systems for F126 frigates

  • Naval Platforms

    Royal Navy’s Aircraft Carrier Faces Funding Concerns: British Auditor

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Japan sets to procure more AMRAAMs

  • Americas

    Boeing Started Manufacturing E-7A AWACS for US Air Force

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