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  • [ July 26, 2026 ] Israel Aerospace Industries Unveils HYPNOSIS Electronic Jamming System to Counter-drone Swarms. Counter-drone System
  • [ July 26, 2026 ] Airbus Unveils U760 Ravenstorm in Global Collaborative Combat Aircraft Race. Europe
  • [ July 26, 2026 ] Germany is pushing to join Britain’s future fighter-jet programme after pulling out of the FCAS deal with France. Air Platform
  • [ July 26, 2026 ] Ukraine’s long-range kamikaze drone hit a Russian cargo ship transporting weapons to Iran. Middle East
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UAE, France $18 Billion Rafale Deal Explained!

December 10, 2021 GDC 0

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Defense Industry

UAE Buys 80 French Rafale F4 Jet For Its Air Force

December 6, 2021 GDC 0

In the presence of the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, and Sheikh Mohammed ben Zayed Al Nahyane, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Vice-Commander of the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates […]

Defense Industry

Iraq ditches Russian MiG-29M2/MiG-35 fighters, opts for Turkey’s Bayraktar TB2

December 4, 2021 GDC 0

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Middle East

UAE’s Edge and Israeli IAI to jointly develop unmanned surface vessels

December 4, 2021 GDC 0

UAE-based defense tech company Edge Group has signed a strategic agreement with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to jointly design unmanned surface vessels (USVs). As informed, EDGE is leveraging its unit ADSB, a company working on […]

Infantry Weapons

Lockheed Martin to Deliver THAAD Missile Defense to Saudi Arabia in 2023

November 30, 2021 GDC 0

Lockheed Martin plans to deliver the first THAAD air defense missile system to Saudi Arabia in 2023, according to information published by Defense News on November 16. The US State Department made a decision approving a […]

Infantry Weapons

Italy deploys SAMP/T air defense system in Kuwait

November 28, 2021 GDC 0

The Italian Armed Forces have deployed a batch of SAMP/T air defense missile systems to Kuwait as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the name of the US military’s international military intervention in Iraq, Syria and Libya against […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Dubai Airshow: EDGE expands Al-Tariq guidance kit capabilities

November 25, 2021 GDC 0

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Middle East

UAE, Israel to jointly develop unmanned anti-submarine warfare vessels

November 23, 2021 GDC 0

United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel-based, state-owned weapons makers signed a strategic agreement in Dubai on Thursday to jointly design and produce unmanned vessels capable of carrying out anti-submarine warfare. Emirati defense conglomerate EDGE and […]

Middle East

UAE Plans to Buy Dassault Rafale Fighter Jets

November 22, 2021 GDC 0

French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to the United Arab Emirates in early December 2021, according to two well-informed officials. Bloomberg news agency reported that the officials refused to provide details, while a spokeswoman for […]

Middle East

Russia deployed an inflatable dummy S-300 air defense system in Al Tabqah airbase

November 21, 2021 GDC 0

Propaganda in wartime must seek to demoralize enemy morale. A primary objective of propaganda aimed at enemy nations is to break down their will to fight. It aims to lower the enemy’s will to resist, […]

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  • America’s NATO allies push ahead with sixth-generation Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) fighter jet program

    July 25, 2024 0
    The development of a new, advanced sixth-generation jet partly pushed by two NATO states is progressing at an “excellent pace,” as the U.S. debates the future of its own next-generation fighter jet program. Germany will [...]
  • China Unveils DF-26 Ballistic Missile System That Can Reach Guam.

    September 1, 2025 0
    A new version of China’s DF-26 ballistic missile system has been spotted during rehearsals for an upcoming military parade in Beijing. The DF-26, officially known as Dong Feng-26 and designated by NATO as CH-SS-18, is [...]
  • Putin dismisses General Sergei Surovikin from his position as the head of Russian aerospace forces

    August 23, 2023 0
    A prominent Russian journalist on Tuesday said General Sergei Surovikin, who at one time was commander of Moscow’s war effort in Ukraine, has been dismissed as head of the country’s aerospace forces. Putin removes and [...]
  • Ukraine’s sea baby kamikaze drone destroyed another Russia’s shadow oil tanker.

    January 10, 2026 0
    According to reports by Reuters and Turkish media on 8 January 2026, the Palau-flagged oil tanker Elbus, en route to Russia, was attacked by an unmanned surface vessel in the Black Sea. Following the incident, the [...]
  • Myanmar Army Planning Rwanda Style Genocide As It Imports Guns, Bullets, Flamethrowers And Tear Shells From China

    February 23, 2021 0
    Bangkok, Thailand (GDC) — Riot police in Myanmar shot dead two anti-coup protesters and injured several others on Saturday, as security forces increased pressure on popular revolt against the military takeover. People are carrying an [...]
  • China Delivered Norinco Silent Hunter Laser Weapon System To Russia

    June 2, 2025 0
    The Silent Hunter laser system appears to have been active in the war against Ukrainian drones since 2024. Turkey Supplying Arms And Training To Ukrainian Military In Donbass WarDateMarch 20, 2021Bayraktar TB2 could play a [...]
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 […]

  • Land Platform

    The VT4 MBT: A part Leopard, part Abrams main battle tank

  • Land Platform

    FNSS-PT Pindad Kaplan MT Medium Tank

  • Europe

    Germany awarded a contract to acquire Damen MKS 180 Frigates

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Germany to deliver two new Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine

  • C4iSR

    Photonis has delivered 18mm image intensifier tubes to Theon Sensors for Australian Army

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Debt trap: These countries owe China billions. Most are struggling to pay back

  • South Asia

    India wins the war against Pakistan in Bollywood movies, but here’s why the Indian Air Force lost air combat against the Pakistan Air Force.

  • Middle East

    UAE-Isreali Peace Deal: UAE hotel group offers kosher food to influx of Israeli tourists

  • Naval Platforms

    Royal Canadian Navy Accepts HMCS Harry DeWolf Artic OPV

  • Air Platform

    Analysis: JF-17 Thunder fighter or CAC FC-1 Xiaolong jets

  • Air Platform

    US Army Tests Operational Capability of Upgraded UH-60V Helicopters

  • Naval Platforms

    Pakistan Navy launches first Hangor-class submarine in China

  • Air Platform

    France Acquires 42 Dassault Rafale F4 Fighter Jets

  • Air Platform

    Turkiye’s Hurjet advanced jet trainer enters mass production phase.

  • Air Platform

    Czech Republic Latest Country To Buy F-35 Stealth Jets Amid Ukraine War

  • Air Platform

    Germany to Upgrade Airbus A400M Airlifter Fleet for $165 Million

  • Europe

    Ukrainian HIMARS strikes destroyed five Russian MSTA-S howitzers in key counteroffensive

  • Infantry Weapons

    BAE Systems to build next-gen seeker for THAAD missile defense systems

  • South Asia

    Indian Prime Minister Modi under fire for bear-hugging ‘children killer’ Putin during Moscow summit

  • Middle East

    Emirati Sheikh Buys Israeli Soccer Club

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

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

  • Europe

    Rheinmetall Delivers Mission Master Unmanned Ground Vehicles To British Army

  • Infantry Weapons

    Hanwha Awarded K9 Howitzer Contract For Egyptian Army

  • Africa

    Thanks To Turkish Drone, GNA Regain Control of Libyan Capital Tripoli

  • Americas

    Analysis: Time Has Come For America To Revise ITAR Regulation

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Received F-16 From Netherlands, Mirage 2000 From France

  • Defense Industry

    Thales Australia awarded $160 million contract to build more Bushmasters after donating 90 to Ukraine

  • Americas

    Northrop Grumman Awarded Contract To Build Homes Moon’s Orbit

  • Middle East

    Aselsan Displays Full Spectrum Naval Warfare Capability in Qatar.

  • Naval Platforms

    Thales to deliver TACTICOS CMS for Type 31 frigates of Royal Navy

  • Europe

    Russia Cancels 2026 Victory Parade Due to Equipment Shortages, Putin Moves to Bunker Fearing FPV Drone.

  • Europe

    Portugal joins Czech initiatives to purchase ammunition for Ukraine

  • Africa

    Sudan Considers Purchasing J-10C After Purchasing FTC-200G Light Attack Aircraft

  • Air Platform

    China’s FC-31 Fighter Jet Could Have Export Potential, But Can China Build Engine For It?

  • Europe

    Turkish Navy Commissions New SALVO Unmanned Surface Vessels.

  • Europe

    Estonian Firm to Build Drone Plant With Daily Capacity of 2,000

  • Europe

    Crimea Bridge Jammed With Traffic As Russians Flee After Airbase Blast

  • Air Platform

    Boeing trials F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III fighter aircraft

  • C4iSR

    Ukrainian kamikaze drone destroyed A-50 AWACS manufacturing plant

  • Air Platform

    Spanish Media Proposes KAAN fighter jet Acquisition Instead of Ordering Additional F-35.

  • Air Platform

    India Signs $7.4 Billion Contract to Purchase 26 Rafale M Fighter Jets

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    U.S. State Department Approves 180km range AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM For Germany Worth $2.9 Billion

  • Europe

    Why Type 212CD Submarine is a pinnacle of stealth technology?

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Luerssen Australia started building Arafura-class OPV

  • Europe

    Greece Trials German-made KF41 Lynx Infantry Fighting Vehicles

  • Europe

    Turkish STM Unveils Fast Attack Craft Design

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    US Army targets Beijing with its newly developed long-range Dark Eagle hypersonic missile from Japan

  • Europe

    Iranian drone operators were killed in Crimea, Kyiv official says

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh tribunal indicts ousted dictator Sheikh Hasina over deaths of 1,400 protesters

  • Europe

    Belarus asked all Russians to leave Minsk

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