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Month: August 2021

East Asia and Pacific Region

North Korea Restarted Yongbyon Nuclear Research Facility, Says IAEA

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

North Korea appears to have begun operating a nuclear reactor capable of producing weapons-grade plutonium after a pause of more than 2 1/2 years, according to a new report by the United Nations’ International Atomic […]

Central Asia

Afghanistan’s Civil War Just Started As Taliban Battles Isis-K, Panjshir Valley’s NRF And Itself

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

Panjshir Valley, nearly 150km north of Kabul, is home to a largely ethnic Tajik population and through four decades of civil war and Taliban insurgency has been a centre of resistance. Panjshir resisted the Soviet […]

Europe

Patria and CSM signed an MoU for the supply of armored vehicle

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

Patria and the Slovak engineering company CSM Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding related to the tender for the supply of 8×8 armoured fighting vehicles learned Global Defense Corp citing Alexander Horvath, VP Defense, […]

C4iSR

AN/ALQ-254 Viper Shield Next-generation EW System For F-16V

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

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Air Platform

Germany-based Rohde & Schwarz Awarded Avionics Contract For T-7A Red Hawk

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

Germany-based defence electronics group Rohde & Schwarz has been selected to deliver radio technology for integration on the US Air Force’s T-7A Red Hawk fleet. The group has been awarded a subcontract for the delivery […]

Defense Industry

CSM Industry Showcases Military Vehicles At IDEB Bratislava 2021

August 31, 2021 GDC 0

CSM Industry presented the new Rheinmetall Man UDS HX 8×8 military vehicles at International Defense Expo (IDEB). The International Defense Expo (IDEB) is held in Bratislava presenting World Premiere Rheinmetall Military Man UDS HX 8×8 […]

Central Asia

Taliban Shipping Captured Arms to Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, A Banned Terrorist Group In Kashmir, India

August 30, 2021 GDC 0

Footage published by Afghanistan’s NRF in Panjshir Valley shows that the Taliban is shipping many M4 Carbines and armored vehicles to Pakistan – the possible shipping destination of these weapons is Kashmir. The Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, a […]

Defense Industry

Saab Awarded Contract For A26 Submarine For Sweden

August 30, 2021 GDC 0

Saab has announced on 29 August that it received further order from the Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) to continue the development and production, as well as expand the capabilities, of the two A26 Blekinge […]

Central Asia

Italian Leonardo Scored Major M-346 Trainer Deal From Egypt, Greece, Poland and Turkmenistan

August 30, 2021 GDC 0

Leonardo appears to have secured a new order for its M-346 advanced jet trainer on top of a likely commitment from Elbit Systems for the type. Disclosing its first-quarter performance on 6 May, the Italian […]

Europe

Turkish companies unveil indigenous point defense systems for warships

August 30, 2021 GDC 0

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  • Bangladesh Air Guard’s Former Air Chief Marshal Sheikh Abdul Hannan (Thief) Sued For Money Laundering and Corruption

    February 6, 2025 0
    On Wednesday, the Anti-Corruption Commission filed three cases on corruption charges against nine people, including Air Chief Marshal Sheikh Abdul Hannan. On 17 December 2022, former Air Chief Marshal Hannan, a convicted criminal, said that [...]
  • Ukrainian fighter pilot says that he would sell his soul for only the Swedish-made Gripen.

    November 2, 2025 0
    Ukrainian fighter pilot says the Gripen is the only fighter in the world for which he’d sell his soul.  A Ukrainian pilot called the Gripen the only jet “for which I am ready to sell [...]
  • Ukraine seeks deadly AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from the U.S. and allies to stop Russian ground offensive

    January 21, 2024 0
    Ukraine has recently requested new military equipment, including the formidable American-made AH-64 Apache helicopter from the U.S. and allies, renowned for its anti-tank prowess. This request underscores Ukraine’s acute awareness of the need to enhance [...]
  • MBDA awarded contract to produce Storm Shadow/SCALP-EG cruise missile for UK and France

    August 5, 2025 0
    The extension of the production will allow the two countries to restock the Storm Shadow/SCALP stockpiles as the work on the next-generation cruise missile. MBDA Scalp Naval vertically launched cruise missileDateMay 11, 2020Italy will deliver [...]
  • Qatar Started Negotiations with the U.S. to Purchase F-35 Stealth Jets.

    December 18, 2025 0
    Qatar might have quietly resumed negotiations with Washington over a potential purchase of the F-35 stealth fighter, according to a report from Israel’s Channel 12. Israeli sensors and electronic warfare suite that makes F-35I Adir [...]
  • Pakistan expressed interest in purchasing additional Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C and Gripen E/F fighter jets

    July 8, 2025 0
    Pakistan is reportedly interested in purchasing additional Saab 2000 Erieye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft and Gripen E/F fighter jets. The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) already operates a fleet of these aircraft and [...]
East Asia and Pacific Region

Taiwan ATACMS deal expands island’s long-range strike power.

July 19, 2026 0

The U.S. Army handed Lockheed Martin roughly $439 million to begin building the Army Tactical Missile System, known as ATACMS, along with the launcher hardware needed to fire it, and once the two sides finish […]

Europe

Poland purchases 46,000 upgraded GROT assault rifles for its soldiers.

July 6, 2026 0

Poland has ordered nearly 46,000 of its domestically produced MSBS GROT assault rifles in the latest A3 configuration, signing a contract worth approximately $160 million with the state-owned manufacturer Fabryka Broni “Łucznik” Radom, with all […]

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 […]

  • Air Platform

    Spanish Government Approves the Procurement of Turkish-made Hurjet trainer.

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Israeli Iron Dome and troops are stationed in Abu Dhabi to protect the city from Iranian drones and missiles.

  • Infantry Weapons

    Taiwan to develop land-based point defense system

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    State Department Approves AIM-9X Sidewinder for Canada

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Chinese-made PHL-03 Rocket Artillery Broke Cambodia and Thailand Peace Accord Brokered by President Trump.

  • Africa

    Wagner mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin reselling arms to Sudanese terrorists group

  • Americas

    The US Army to deploy offensive and defense measures to counter missile threats

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Shoot Down Russian Mi-28N Helicopter Using British Starstreak Missile

  • Africa

    Algeria, Egypt Seek AESA Radar in Russia’s Su-30MKA and Su-35, or Return The Aircraft

  • Europe

    Russia forced to use T-90S tanks intended for Algeria

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia’s Super Funds to Bankroll Missile Production in Australia.

  • Europe

    Russia plunges into a fuel shortage crisis as cars and lorries queue for kilometers.

  • Europe

    Russian bridge blown up with homemade bomb planted by saboteurs

  • Europe

    Russia’s Black Sea fleet operations have been greatly complicated and paralyzed

  • C4iSR

    Thales Bushmaster Electronic Warfare Vehicle

  • Americas

    Huntington Ingalls Industries To Build Fourth America-class Amphibious Assault Ship

  • Land Platform

    Pandur II 6×6 and 8×8 Wheeled Armoured Personnel Carrier

  • Europe

    UK Sent Precision Strike Capable Brimstone 2 Missiles To Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China Started Building Type 054B Frigate With Russian Subsystem

  • Air Platform

    Did China steal Apache Attack Helicopter Technology?

  • Europe

    Ukranian hackers altered Putin fanatic’s Aliexpress account and placed £20,000 worth sex toys order instead of drones

  • Europe

    Rolls-Royce To Supply Automated Platform Management System For F126 Frigates

  • Europe

    Europe lifts constraints on striking inside Russia using Western weapons

  • Air Platform

    Japan’s ruling coalition approves export of sixth-gen joint fighter jet, amid China tensions

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Russia Ran Out Of Precision Guided Missile, Used 1960s Kh-22 Anti-ship Missile At Land Targets

  • Europe

    Ukraine Received Turkish Firtana 155mm Self-propelled Howitzers

  • Europe

    German Air Force (Luftwaffe) reportedly will procure combination of Super Hornet, EA-18 Growler and Typhoon to replace Tornado jets

  • Europe

    Ukraine Shot Down A Su-30 Fighter Jet, Reports Sky News

  • Africa

    Pentagon Approves MIM-104 Patriot Missiles For Morocco

  • Infantry Weapons

    India Test-fires Anti-tank Missile From Arjun Tank

  • Africa

    Kenyan Air Force Received All Three C-27J Spartan Transport Aircraft

  • Europe

    Kongsberg awarded $1.5 billion contract to produce naval strike missiles for Poland

  • Europe

    Ukraine wants to sell arms to Asia, Africa and the Middle East to counter Russia.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia’s $50 billion dollars Short-fin Barracuda submarine is nine months behind the scheduled delivery date

  • Ballistic Missile

    Pakistan Army Test Fires Ghauri Medium-range Range Ballistic Missile

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Two South Korean Firms Battle To Win Australia’s General Purpose Frigate Contract

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China deployed J-20 fighters near Indian border

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan warned off Chinese J-11A fighters over Taiwanese airspace

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Lockheed Martin’s AGM-114R Hellfire II Air-to-ground Missile

  • Air Platform

    Philippines Plans to Buy KF-21 Boramae Fighter Jets.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    RAN to equip naval fleets with Saab 9LV combat management system

  • Europe

    Defexpo 2018 – Saab Group Pavillion

  • Naval Platforms

    Indian Navy Commissions First P15B Destroyer INS Visakhapatnam

  • Cruise Missiles

    UK startup Rotron Aerospace tests new long-range cruise missile.

  • Americas

    U.S. Navy Conducts The Biggest Maritime Exercises

  • Americas

    No Such Terms as “CAATSA Waiver For India” Under CAATSA Law

  • Europe

    Russia Stops Exporting T-90 Tanks As It Lost Astounding 65% Of Land Platforms In Ukraine War

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    New Zealand Army received 18 Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    BAE Systems Australia Test-Fires Next-Generation ATLAS UGV Automated Turret

  • Europe

    Iran delivered first batch of 122mm Arash-series rockets to Russia

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