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  • [ June 30, 2026 ] MBDA completed two successful CROSSBOW ground-launched deep strike weapons. Cruise Missiles
  • [ June 30, 2026 ] Trump Admin Pushes For $700 Million GE Engine Sale to Turkiye. Europe
  • [ June 30, 2026 ] Saab Awarded Contract to Produce Three A26 Submarines for Poland Worth $4.8 Billion. Europe
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MBDA conducted the second development firing of the MICA NG from a Rafale.

June 29, 2026 GDC 0

France has fired its next-generation air-to-air missile from a Rafale at supersonic speed for the first time, clearing one of the most demanding technical hurdles in the weapon’s qualification program and moving MBDA’s MICA NG […]

Air-Launched Weapons

UAE’s EDGE Group to integrate Desert Sting Guided Bomb onto Bayraktar TB2 Drone.

June 24, 2026 GDC 0

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Air-Launched Weapons

Rebuilding the US weapons stockpile may take two years post-Iran war.

May 29, 2026 GDC 0

Restoring pre-war stockpiles of critical US munitions will take at least two years, according to CSIS report. The United States has enough munitions for any plausible scenario in the Iran war, but rebuilding its depleted […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Ukraine Deploys First Domestic 250 Kg Glide Bomb for Precision Strikes on Russian Targets.

May 24, 2026 GDC 0

Ukraine has moved its first domestically developed glide bomb into combat deployment through the Brave1 defense technology hub, giving Kyiv a national precision strike capability designed to hit fortified Russian positions and command nodes from […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Elbit Systems Awarded $200 Million Contract to Produce Ammo for Israeli Air Force.

May 14, 2026 GDC 0

Israel orders $200 million in airborne munitions from Elbit as defense spending accelerates. Latest procurement adds to a series of wartime contracts aimed at reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. Less than a month after Elbit […]

Air-Launched Weapons

U.S. Approves $373.6 Million JDAM-ER Sale to Ukraine.

May 6, 2026 GDC 0

The State Department notified Congress of a possible $373.6 million Foreign Military Sale for 1,200 tail kits to upgrade 500-pound bombs and 332 for 2,000-pound bombs, plus support equipment from Boeing. These JDAM-ER kits enable […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Lockheed Martin Awarded Contract to Ramp-up LRASM Missile Production.

March 21, 2026 GDC 0

The US Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control a $53-million contract modification to ramp up production of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM). The modification raises the value of the previously awarded […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Australia Transfers AIM-120D-3 AMRAAM Missile to the United Arab Emirates.

March 13, 2026 GDC 0

Australia announced the transfer of AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles to the United Arab Emirates as Iranian missile and drone attacks expand across the Middle East. Australia announced the transfer of AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles to […]

Air-Launched Weapons

U.S. has approved an emergency sale of 12,000 BLU-110 1,000-pound bomb kits to Israel.

March 9, 2026 GDC 0

The United States has approved an emergency $151.8 million Foreign Military Sale of 12,000 BLU-110 1,000-pound bomb bodies to Israel as the Israeli Air Force expands long-range strike operations against Iranian military infrastructure. The transfer […]

Air-Launched Weapons

Israeli Air Force’s F-16I Sufa Jet Strike Iran with RAMPAGE missiles.

March 6, 2026 GDC 0

 The Israel Defense Forces released images of an Israeli Air Force F-16I Sufa armed with RAMPAGE stand-off missiles ahead of a strike under Operation Lion’s Roar targeting Iran. The loadout highlights Israel’s long-range strike planning […]

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  • US Navy commissions new Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee 

    September 9, 2023 0
    The US Navy has commissioned its newest Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123). U.S. Navy launches Arleigh-Burke-class Flight III guided-missile destroyerDateJune 12, 2021HII Started Building Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer Jeremiah Denton (DDG [...]
  • Two Civilian Vessels Hit by Russian Missiles Off Odessa, Says Ukraine MoD

    February 28, 2022 0
    Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence just reported that two commercial vessels were hit by Russian fire off the port of Odessa in Southern Ukraine. Panama flagged bulk carrier NAMURA QUEEN (IMO: 9841299) was reportedly struck by [...]
  • Handing Over Magisterial Power To General Waker-uz-Zaman Led Army Will Deteriorate Democracy In Bangladesh As Waker Himself A Corrupt Gangster Who Has Financial Interest Overseas

    September 18, 2024 0
    The Bangladesh military and other branches of law enforcement commit widespread abuses against people there, including extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, sexual violence, and land-grabbing, with little redress. Bangladesh Air Guard’s (Thief) Helicopter Crashed into Television [...]
  • Ukraine’s Prymary Unit Destroyed $1.2 Billion Worth of Russian S-400, P-18, Nebo-U Radars and BK-16 Boat in Crimea.

    October 27, 2025 0
    Ukrainian attack drones struck an S-400 Triumph air defense system in occupied Crimea, destroying a missile launcher and its attendant radar unit, Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces (SSO) reported on 26 October. Bayraktar TB2 could play [...]
  • Turkey’s first homegrown TFX fighter jet began taxi trials

    March 31, 2023 0
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  • Russia sending more troops near Kupyansk to make up for deceased troops

    August 22, 2023 0
    The Russian military has advanced to a position approximately seven kilometers from the city of Kupyansk. This reports the German news platform merkur.de with reference to Russian as well as Ukrainian military observers. Ukrainian Counter [...]
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 […]

  • South Asia

    India sent troops and equipment to the disputed border with China

  • Air Platform

    BAE Systems Awarded Contract to Provide Digital GPS Anti-jam Receiver (DIGAR) Technology for Eurofighter Typhoon

  • Europe

    Kazakhstan Suspends Arms Exports Amid Sanctions On Russia

  • Ballistic Missile

    Russia fired North Korean-made KN-23 short-range ballistic missiles on Ukraine

  • Middle East

    Boeing Awarded Contract for Training and Support of QEAF

  • Air Platform

    South Korean KF-21 Fighter Jet Test Fires Meteor Air-to-air Missile

  • Europe

    France To Deliver M270 Rocket Launchers To Ukraine

  • Europe

    The Royal Netherlands Navy’s (RNLN) Submarine Replacement Programme

  • Europe

    American-made Strykers armored vehicles help Ukraine achieve breakthrough in the Kursk region

  • Air Platform

    US ‘Ghost’ drones will help fight in Donbas, Pentagon says

  • C4iSR

    Leonardo Acquires 25.1% Stakes In Hensoldt AG

  • Central Asia

    After Major Corruption Scandals in Bangladesh and South Africa, Armenia Backs Out of Nuclear Energy Deal With Russia’s Rosatom

  • Europe

    France could exit from Franco-German Tank Project, Rheinmetall CEO says.

  • Europe

    Boeing launches flight evaluation of Super Hornet and Growler for Finland’s HX programme

  • Europe

    Ukraine To Receive Vampire Counter Drone Rockets From USA

  • Europe

    Putin official killed in Kherson car bomb as Kyiv gains ground near Bakhmut

  • Europe

    U.S. says Russian propaganda and disinformation campaign breaking into pieces as Russia suffered 300,000 casualties

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia Purchases 48 New HIMARS Rocket Artillery For Ship-killer Role.

  • Air Platform

    Russia Pulls Out Ka-52 Alligator Helicopters From Frontline, Amid Swedish RBS-70 Downing Most Of Helicopters

  • Air Platform

    Airbus delivers A330 MRTTs aircraft to the UAE

  • Europe

    Russian Askold Corvette shows massive hull breach after Ukrainian Scalp-EG strike

  • Middle East

    Israeli Air Force turns to Modafinil to maintain pilot focus during 10000km combat flights per day.

  • Defense Industry

    Seven European Nations Increases Defense Budget, Amid Ukraine Crisis

  • Africa

    Kenya Ordered 118 Turkish Armored Vehicles

  • Industry

    Turkey Established New Facilities For TFX Fighters

  • Americas

    Lockheed Martin successfully tests precision strike missile

  • South Asia

    1000 students died, and 12,500 were injured as the Bangladesh Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) raped and orchestrated brutal crackdown

  • Europe

    Drone footage captures the moment Ukraine’s ATACMS destroys Russia’s training ground killing 100 soldiers

  • Americas

    Royal Canadian Navy Shortlists Type 212CD and KSS-III Submarines as Potential Replacement for Victoria-class Submarines.

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Air Force’s F-16CJ Demonstrate Standoff Strike and Electronic Warfare Role in the Iran War.

  • Air Platform

    Ukrainian Air Force To Receive 60 F-16 Block 50 From NATO Partners

  • Air Platform

    Philippines ordered six Turkish T-129 Helicopters worth $270 million

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukraine destroys Russia’s modernized Pantsir-SM-SV anti-aircraft missile system days after Russia boost its efficacy

  • Europe

    Ukrainian troops sever Russian supply lines in the Kursk region

  • Americas

    Canada Purchases 88 F-35 Stealth Jets Worth $14.2 Billion

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Royal Australian Navy Crews Will Be Trained On Astute-class HMS Anson Submarine

  • C4iSR

    Singaporean Air Force’s F-16 Received Israeli ELTA EL/L-8212 Electronic Warfare Pod.

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Pentagon approved AIM-120D AMRAAM missiles and F-16 upgrade packages for Pakistan.

  • Europe

    Denmark to purchase three Arctic patrol ships

  • Europe

    U.S. curbs international supply chains to cripple Russia’s military

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s kamikaze drones blitz Moscow for the second night

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    US Navy’s Nuclear-powered Submarine USS Ohio Surfaced In The South China Sea Following CNS Fujian (CV-18).

  • Europe

    Turkey’s Flagship TCG Anadolu LHD To Be Delivered To Turkish Navy This Year

  • Middle East

    U.S. Military Launches Airstrikes On Iraqi And Syrian Militia Targets

  • Middle East

    Israeli Female Soldiers Killed More Than 100 Hamas Terrorists

  • South Asia

    Pakistan steps up fighter jets and AEW&C activities near Pakistani border with India

  • Europe

    Ukrainian soldiers captured Russia’s armored vehicles in the Donbas region

  • Air Platform

    ‘Losses are part of combat’, says Indian air force on downing of jets by Pakistan

  • Middle East

    Turkey Strikes Kurdish Militants After Deadly Attack on Turkish Defense Firm

  • Americas

    Navy christens USS Fort Lauderdale transport dock ship

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