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Middle East

U.S. Approves $6.67 Billion Arms Sales to Israel and $9 billion arms sales to Saudi Arabia.  

February 1, 2026 GDC 0

The Trump administration has approved a massive new series of arms sales to Israel totaling $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion. The State Department approved four Foreign Military Sales totalling $6.67 billion, […]

Defense Industry

BAE Systems Received $26.7 Billion Orders In Six Months, Amid Ukraine War

November 7, 2023 GDC 0

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Defense Industry

France surpassed Russia as the second largest arms exporter

August 4, 2023 GDC 0

Reports of new deals to sell French arms to India and Qatar are just the latest sign that France’s defense industry is gaining pace. The news comes as Russian arms exports decline in the wake […]

Africa

Israel, Morocco signs MoU for future arms sales by Israeli companies

November 29, 2021 GDC 0

Israel’s defense minister met with his Moroccan counterpart on Wednesday in Rabat as part of a landmark visit to formalize security cooperation between the two countries. Benny Gantz and Abdellatif Loudiyi signed a memorandum of […]

Industry

Italy Holds Arms Sales To Saudi Arabia And UAE

February 4, 2021 GDC 0

Italy has halted the sale of thousands of missiles to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to their involvement in the Yemen conflict, making permanent an 18-month temporary suspension. “Today I am […]

South Asia

India Removes Offset Clause For Government-To-Government Arms Deals

September 30, 2020 GDC 0

India has decided to forego the offset clause from inter-government and single vendor deals for procurement of military equipment, days after foreign firms including Dassault Aviation were called out for not meeting obligations of domestic […]

Americas

Analysis: Time Has Come For America To Revise ITAR Regulation

September 22, 2020 GDC 0

The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is the United States regulation that controls the manufacture, sale, and distribution of defense and space-related articles and services as defined in the United States Munitions List (USML). While […]

Industry

India is the second largest arms importer in the world: Report SIPRI

March 13, 2020 GDC 0

India was the second-largest arms importer in the world over the past five years, with its neighbour Pakistan ranking 11th. “As in previous years, in 2019 India and Pakistan—which are nuclear-armed states—attacked each other using […]

Industry

The top 10 countries exporting arms around the world

January 9, 2020 GDC 0

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute recently published its 2019 “Trends In International Arms Transfers” report, which details the 25 largest weapons exporters between 2013 and 2019. International weapons transfers have steadily increased since 2000 […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Japan Ends Arms Export Ban , But Who wants to Buy?

October 31, 2019 GDC 0

TOKYO — Japanese Government is considering selling air defense radar technology to the Philippines in what would be its first export of defense equipment since ending a nearly 50-year ban in 2014. The new conditions […]

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  • Egypt Ordered Bastion-P Missile as rising tensions with Turkey

    July 4, 2020 0
    Egypt is seeking to provide more arms to its army in light of the Turkish threats in the Mediterranean and Libyan territories. Reports have been circulating since mid-June about Egypt acquiring the Russian Bastion land-based anti-ship [...]
  • Russia accused the West and Ukraine of orchestrating anti-semitic protests in Russia’s Dagestan

    October 31, 2023 0
    Russia has accused Ukraine of staging a “provocation” after hundreds of rioters in the predominantly Muslim Dagestan region stormed an airport to “catch” Jewish passengers on board a flight from Tel Aviv. Ukraine said it [...]
  • Kenya purchased Turkish-made 118 tactical armored combat vehicles

    June 9, 2021 0
    In the latest of successful deals, a Turkish defense firm has landed a new contract to provide 118 armored vehicles to Kenya, expanding its footprint in Africa. Kenya Bought 118 Armored Vehicle From TurkeyDateAugust 7, [...]
  • Saudi Arabia and Iran resume ties after seven years

    March 16, 2023 0
    The Saudi-Iran detente sets back Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s efforts to isolate Tehran, but time will tell whether it also hinders his outreach to Riyadh or planning for any eventual military strike against Iranian [...]
  • Ukrainian HIMARS Strike Blows Up Russian ‘Command Center’ in Kherson

    October 7, 2023 0
    New footage surfacing online appears to show a reported Ukrainian strike on a Russian “command center” in the occupied southern Kherson region, in what would be the latest success for the U.S.-supplied artillery in Ukrainian [...]
  • Israeli F-16 destroyed Iranian BAVAR-373 AKA S-300PMU2 SAM in Syria

    November 22, 2020 0
    An Israeli F-16 fighter jet successfully penetrated Syrian airspace protected by BAVAR-373 and destroyed a missile launcher of BAVAR-373. This is the first time a fourth-generation F-16 fighter jet has destroyed a long-range air defense [...]
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 […]

  • C4iSR

    Saab delivers fifth GlobalEye to the United Arab Emirates

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    State Department Approves AIM-9X Sidewinder for Canada

  • Europe

    Poland Beefs Up Military Preparedness Along Borders with Russia, Belarus

  • Air Platform

    Qatar Purchases M-346 Advanced Jet Trainer

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia, UK Sign Formal Agreement To Design And Build Nuclear Submarine

  • Air Platform

    Taiwan’s F-16 Fighter Jet Locks on China’s J-15 as Chinese Pilot Desperately Tries to Escape Sidewinder’s Locks

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine shot down Russian Su-34 fighter bomber over Kursk region

  • Infantry Weapons

    Indo-Israeli Joint Venture Makes First MRSAM for Indian Army

  • Middle East

    Turkey delivered Bayraktar TB2 drones to Qatari Emirati Armed Forces

  • Air Platform

    Russia brings back mothballed Soviet-era Mi-8 helicopters

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Army National Guard Received First UH-60V Helicopter

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Hasina’s Son Sajeeb Wazed Joy: A Covert Billionaire, Cult of Personality Charged with Drunk Driving, Drug, and Unlicensed Firearms Possession in The U.S.

  • Middle East

    Israel Won’t Oppose F-35 Sale To UAE

  • South Asia

    President Trump embraces Pakistan, a great opportunity for Pakistan’s economy and armed forces.

  • Air Platform

    The Boeing-Saab T-7A Red Hawk: An Advanced Fighter Jet Trainer and LCA

  • Americas

    Lockheed Martin Awarded $4.76 Billion Contract to Produce PAC-3 MSE Interceptor Missiles.

  • Air Platform

    Lithuania Handed Over Crowd-funded Turkish-made TB2 Drones To Ukraine

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Iran announces development of new hypersonic glide vehicle

  • Air Platform

    No IFF and datalink: Russian anti-air missiles shot down its own Su-34 and Mi-8 helicopters

  • Infantry Weapons

    Norinco Delivers Sky Dragon 50 To Morocco

  • South Asia

    United Nations To Evict Bangladesh Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) From Peacekeeping Mission For Human Rights Violation

  • C4iSR

    Lockheed delivers 55 Legion IRST Pod to Taiwan.

  • Europe

    US Army awards Oshkosh $1.54 billion for FHTV fleet upgrade

  • Cruise Missiles

    Rheinmetall and Destinus accelerate RUTA Block 3 cruise missile development.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea introduced export restrictions on 700 items to Russia, including aircraft parts and machinery

  • Anti-air Missiles

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

  • Infantry Weapons

    Egypt To Locally Produce Fire Control System For K9 Howitzers

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Indian Defense Ministry Allocate $10.18 Billion To Acquire Western Anti-ship and Anti-radiation Missiles

  • Europe

    Danish Defense Industries to Build New Vessels for Danish Navy

  • Defense Industry

    Naval Group Opens Office In Philippines For Prospective Submarine Deal

  • Europe

    Denmark Ordered Swedish Curl-Gustaf M4 Recoilless Rifles

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Turkiye will not sell the S-400 missile system to India as speculated by the Indian media.

  • Air Platform

    Boeing’s P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft just hit a significant milestone

  • Air Platform

    Indian Air Force’s Group Captain Kaushik Sinha Admits HAL Tejas is a Complete Failure.

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Air Force will increase B-21 Raider stealth bomber production capacity.

  • Europe

    Sweden Sending Stridsvagn 122 Main Battle Tank to Ukraine

  • Europe

    Putin’s ally, former MP and gold medallist died falling from window in wave of mysterious deaths in Russia

  • Middle East

    Israelis are armed to the teeth, ready to fire at Hamas terrorists

  • Americas

    Aeon tests Zeus low-cost alternative to Javelin anti-tank missile.

  • Europe

    Ukraine destroys Russian army’s 16 tanks, 14 armored vehicles, Buk and TOR missiles in a day

  • Europe

    Putin deploys presidential regiment to Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts amid troop shortage

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    HMAS Sydney Fired Naval Strike Missile For The First Time

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan cleared to upgrade Patriot Missile Defense System to PAC3 Level

  • Air Platform

    Russian Technicians Sabotaging MiG-29 Fleet Worldwide, Amid Fears Of Transferring MiGs to Ukraine

  • Europe

    Turkey Hired A Law Firm To Lobby F-35 Programme

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Why Australia Should Sign Nuclear Arms Sharing Agreement With the U.S.?

  • Europe

    Elbit Systems Awarded Contract to Produce PULS Rocket Artillery for Greece.

  • Naval Platforms

    Keel Laid for Indian Navy’s Third Project 17A Frigate

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Vice Admiral David Johnston Faces Major Challenge of ADF’s Retention and Recruitment Problems

  • Americas

    US Army Selected Northrop Short Range Air Defense System Selected as Command and Control systems

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