Taiwan’s Air Force says two U.S.-made MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones will arrive in the third quarter of 2026, with the remaining pair in 2027. The schedule aligns with other 2026 U.S. deliveries, helping rebalance capability planning […]
France and Germany have signed an agreement to jointly develop a European missile early warning system, combining space- and ground-based sensors to strengthen continental defense. The Jewel (Joint Early Warning for a European Lookout) initiative […]
Israeli aerospace defense manufacturer ParaZero has clinched a new order for its DefendAir counter-drone system from a Tier 1 global defense company. The deal includes delivery of the DefendAir system along with an integrated training […]
The Su-57’s production challenges include slow production rates, limited industrial capacity, and difficulties in acquiring high-tech components such as advanced avionics and microelectronics due to international sanctions. The Soviet mentality, exemplified by the “quality over […]
Europe’s next long-range precision strike missile could hit the skies sooner than expected. UK Defense Secretary John Healey has confirmed the fast-tracked development of what he previously called “one of the most advanced systems” the […]
According to researchers at the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT), its experimental missile can “morph” midflight to ensure maximum stability and control. When its wings fold, the body becomes sleek and fast, slicing through […]
Ukraine is continuing discussions with Sweden regarding the supply of Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter aircraft, as well as the future localisation of their production in Ukraine, according to statements made by Defence Minister Denys […]
A mobilised Russian tank crew member fighting in Ukraine has given a candid account of the T-80BVM and T-90MS main battle tank, sharply criticising its quality, reliability, and battlefield performance. The Russian army has lost […]
A prominent Russian military analyst says Russia continues to face major technical obstacles in developing and fielding an effective active protection system (APS) for its armored vehicles, despite decades of effort and the growing use […]
Azerbaijan plans to purchase 48 Gripen E/F fighter jets from Sweden as part of a $6.5 billion deal, with the first aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2029. Azerbaijan reported that its recently purchased JF-17 temu […]
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