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Ukraine Received Two More IRIS-T SLM Missile Batteries

January 6, 2024 GDC 0

Ukraine said Thursday that it had received new IRIS-T anti-aircraft systems from Germany, as it looks to bolster air defenses in the face of increasing Russian missile strikes. “Many thanks to our partners for IRIS-T. […]

Anti-air Missiles

MBDA To Add Anti-ship Ballistic Missile Capability To Sea Viper Anti-air Missiles

January 2, 2024 GDC 0

ASTER Sea Viper HMS Dragon Type 45HMS Dragon a Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer carries out a successful firing of a Sea Viper missile in the Atlantic off the Hebride Isles. 27 May 2021. File […]

Anti-air Missiles

Poland Purchases 23 Batteries Of Narew And CAMM-ER Surface-to-air Missiles From MBDA Worth $12 Billion

December 30, 2023 GDC 0

Poland has signed a contract with the PGZ consortium for the supply of Polish-British Narew surface-to-air missile systems. The information was shared by the publication Defence24. The contract was signed on 5 September during the […]

Anti-air Missiles

Ukraine turns American-made AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles into homemade air defense

December 25, 2023 GDC 0

n an impressive display of ingenuity and resourcefulness, Ukraine is actively transforming American AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, initially designed for F-16 fighter jets, into effective surface-to-air missiles for impromptu air defense. This initiative emerges as a […]

Anti-air Missiles

Japan will transfer PAC-3 interceptor missiles to the U.S. to backfill U.S. stocks

December 24, 2023 GDC 0

Ukraine may receive interceptor missiles from Japan for the US Patriot air defence system. The American edition of The Washington Post shared the information. It is expected that this week, Japan will officially approve policy […]

Anti-air Missiles

Russia sends Pantsir-SM air defense system to frontline

December 24, 2023 GDC 0

Russian media reported that the new version of the Pantsir air defense system is already participating in the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. According to RIA Novosti, the upgraded Pantsir-SM air defense system demonstrates heightened effectiveness […]

Anti-air Missiles

Ukraine’s two $1000 FPV drones destroyed Russia’s S-350 Vityaz Surface-to-air missile worth $135 million

December 22, 2023 GDC 0

Soldiers of the 11th brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine have destroyed a Russian S-350 Vityaz SAM system in the Kherson Region with the help of two FPV drones. Video of the destruction of […]

Anti-air Missiles

Ukraine Once Again Shot Down Kinzhal Hypersonic Missile Using Patriot PAC-3 Missile

December 21, 2023 GDC 0

The Ukrainian Air Force announced on December 14, 2023, the successful interception of a Russian Kh-47 Kinzhal hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile. The missile, aimed at the city of Kyiv, was reportedly neutralized by an American-supplied […]

Anti-air Missiles

Norway to Provide Ukraine With Additional NASAMS Air Defense Missile Systems

December 15, 2023 GDC 0

Norway has announced plans to bolster Ukraine’s air defense capabilities by providing additional NASAMS (Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) units. This initiative, as reported by the Norway Ministry of Defense, involves supplying Ukraine with extra […]

Anti-air Missiles

Ukraine’s FPV drone blew up Russian TOR air defense system

December 12, 2023 GDC 0

Ukrainian forces have once again demonstrated their resourcefulness and determination in the ongoing conflict with Russia, this time utilizing First-Person-View (FPV) drones armed with explosives to blow up a Russian Tor air defense system. In […]

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  • Saab to develop large uncrewed undersea vehicle for Swedish Navy.

    September 7, 2025 0
    Sweden has signed a 60-million kronor ($6.3 million) contract with Saab to design, assemble, and test a large uncrewed undersea vehicle (LUUV). Sweden Weighs Saab-Babcock Arrowhead 140 Frigate.DateFebruary 9, 2026Why Swedish Navy’s A26 Disruptor Is [...]
  • First Female Completes Load Master Training At Indonesian Air Force Academy

    June 28, 2020 0
    Second Lt. Dewa Ayu Ardikna Suari has been named by the Indonesian Air Force as its first female loadmaster, in an unprecedented move in the male-dominated military force. Graduating from the Air Force Academy in [...]
  • Elbit Systems to Provide Airborne EW Systems to the German Air Force

    April 28, 2020 0
    Haifa, Israel (GDC) – Elbit Systems announced today that it was selected by the Federal Office for Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support to support the preliminary design of Airborne Electronic Warfare (EW) self-protection systems for [...]
  • Chinese J-16 Aircraft Dangerously Fly Past RAAF’s P-8A Poseidon MPA In International Airspace

    June 5, 2022 0
    Australian Defence officials have revealed a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) plane was intercepted by a Chinese J-16 fighter jet over the South China Sea last month. Royal Australian Air Force completed full fleet of [...]
  • USS Gerald R. Ford Completes Shock Tests

    June 25, 2021 0
    The US Navy’s new supercarrier is going through shock trials, and that means setting off live explosives near the warship to simulate aspects of actual combat conditions. U.S. Navy Plans To Deploy USS Gerald R. [...]
  • Chantiers de l’Atlantique to Start Construction of French Navy’s Chevallier-Class Replenishment Tanker

    June 2, 2020 0
    A first steel cut ceremony took place in presence of French Minister of the Armed Forces, Florence Parly, and the Chief of Staff of the French Navy, Admiral Prazuck, at the shipyard in Saint-Nazaire. This [...]
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 […]

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    Israel uses the Roem howitzer in its first combat strikes in Lebanon.

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    Israeli IAI and UAE based Group 42 to develop technology solutions for COVID-19

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    Ukraine laid foundations for greater air and sea drones warfare against Russia

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    Russia says two of its commanders killed as Kyiv wages Bakhmut offensive

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    Ukrainian kamikaze drone blew up Russia’s microchip factory that produce missile components

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    Russia Hit by Gas Shortages as Kamikaze Drones Attack Its Biggest Black Sea Oil Refinery

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    Egypt To Locally Produce Fire Control System For K9 Howitzers

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    Hellenic Navy Buys Three FDI (Belharra-class) Frigates

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    Egyptian Navy’s Maritime Capability

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    U.S. Air Force’s F-15EX Lot 2 Fighter Jets Achieve Key Milestone

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  • Americas

    Northrop Grumman joins US-Japan hypersonic missile defense effort

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

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    Australia Purchases 200 AIM-120D AMRAAM from Raytheon

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    Croatia Received Final Bids For Fighter Jets

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    Germany and France cancelled the joint FCAS fighter jet project.

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