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Europe

Italian Defense Ministry Approves Upgrading C1 Ariete Tanks

August 28, 2022 GDC 0

According to a tweet posted by Ciro Nappi on 25 July, 2022, the Italian DPP 2022 (multi-year Defence planning document) includes the “green light” for the Italian Army’s upgrade programme of its C1 Ariete MBT (AMV/Aggiornamento Mezza […]

  • Chinese frigates spotted off the coast of Australia

    February 20, 2025 0
    The Australian Defence Force keeps three Chinese warships spotted 150 nautical miles from Sydney under close surveillance. China Sends Spy Ship Off The Coast Of AustraliaDateJuly 14, 2021Aggressive Act: Chinese Spy Ship Spotted In Australian [...]
  • Human Rights Watchdog Urges Bangladesh’s Interim Government to Dissolve the RAB, DGFI, ISPR, DGDP, AFD, and NSI.

    November 14, 2025 0
    Human rights watchdog urges Bangladesh’s Interim Government and Chief Advisor Professor Mohammad Yunus to dissolve the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), Director General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), Inter Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR), Director General of [...]
  • Saudi Arabia and the UAE are urging President Trump to finish the job by changing the regime.

    April 1, 2026 0
    Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to continue prosecuting the war against Iran, arguing that Tehran hasn’t been weakened enough by [...]
  • Armenia released photos of destroyed S-300 by TB2 drone

    October 14, 2020 0
    The first photos of the destroyed S-300s of the Armenian Armed Forces appeared in the Armenian media. Video Shows How Armenian Missile Systems Were Disrupted By Electronic AttacksDateNovember 24, 2020Azerbaijan Destroyed Armenian S-300 Anti-air System [...]
  • Ukraine and Slovakia to jointly build 155mm self-propelled howitzer

    October 15, 2023 0
    Ukrainian media has reported that Ukraine and Slovakia plan to jointly develop a new 155mm self-propelled howitzer for the country’s armed forces. Slovak KONŠTRUKTA-Defence develops new 155mm self-propelled howitzerDateNovember 17, 2023Brazilian Army purchased Czech Zuzana 2 [...]
  • Missile defence gaps made Great Britain small Britain.

    April 14, 2026 0
    Great Britain becomes small Britain without any anti-ballistic or cruise-missile defence. British military bases and vital infrastructure are vulnerable to drone and missile attacks. A $1,000 drone can blow up a $100 million F-35A stealth [...]
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 […]

  • Africa

    Norinco Delivers 30 Type 59G Tanks To Chad National Army

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia has launched the life extension program for its Collins-class submarines.

  • South Asia

    Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare corvette INS Kavaratti completes sea trials

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Swedish Saab builds the largest-ever composite superstructure for the Singaporean Navy’s multi-role combat vessel.

  • Europe

    Russia’s manpower losses in Ukraine surpassed 800,000 troops, Russia might need to import Chinese sperm to repopulate the country

  • C4iSR

    Saab receives Lightning 5 target designator order for Gripen

  • Europe

    Turkish FNSS Defense Integrates Anti-tank Weapons in PARS Armored Vehicle

  • Europe

    Putin deliberately denies ammunition to Wagner fighters, Yevgeny Prigozhin says

  • Middle East

    Turkish Anadolu Shipyard Delivered “Al Doha” OPV To Qatar Navy

  • Air Platform

    Bulgarian Pilots Will Be Trained in USA to Operate F-16V Fighter Jets

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Czech Republic to purchase Spyder LR anti-air missiles from Israel

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine’s F-16 Achieved 80 Percent Availability and Combat Sorties.

  • Europe

    KGB Putin Declared Martial Law In Four Annexed Regions

  • Europe

    Aselsan and Excalibur jointly produced Korkut air defense system.

  • Middle East

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

  • Americas

    Britain will send warship to Guyana amid tensions with Venezuela

  • Europe

    Croatia orders Dynamit Nobel Defense (DND) RGW90 anti-tank guided missiles

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia Needs U.S. And British Nuclear Engineers To Work Aboard RAN’s Nuclear Submarine

  • Africa

    Chad Latest Muslim Country Opens Embassy In Israel

  • Europe

    Turkish Navy Launched AIP-powered TCG Muratreis at Golcuk Naval Shipyard

  • Europe

    Britain and Turkey Agreed to Provide Further Lethal Aid to Ukraine

  • Europe

    Turkey, Greece Vow To End Decades Old Political Anonymity Between Both Nations

  • Air Platform

    Lockheed Martin Awarded A Contract to Enhance SEAD/DEAD Mission Capability of F-35

  • Europe

    Spain Delivers Apside and Hawk Surface-to-air Missiles To Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Unveils Gaza UAV

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Austal Delivers 15th Guardian-class Patrol Boats

  • Europe

    Russian Troops Destroyed Jewish Community Centers and Synagogues in Mariupol

  • Air Platform

    Poorly Maintained Russia’s S-24 Fencer Crashed In Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    Russia confirms loss of two Mi-8s helicopters in drone strikes

  • Europe

    Ukrainian Tu-141 Drone Struck Third Russian Airbase

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s drone strikes destroyed two of Putin’s oil refineries, reducing 8.8 million tons of refining capacity.

  • South Asia

    Pakistan’s military court sentenced Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed to 14 years in prison.

  • Americas

    President Trump Directed America’s Defense Industries to Quadruple PAC-3 and THAAD Missile Production.

  • Air Platform

    U.S. State Department Approves Eight F-16V Block 70 Aircraft For Bulgaria

  • Air Platform

    Greece to Procure Lockheed’s F-35 Stealth Jets

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Japan’s Ultra-modern Mogami-Class Frigates Are Headaches For PLA Navy’s Submarine

  • Industry

    Australia To Build Guided-missile As Part Of Billion Dollar Manufacturing Deal

  • Air Platform

    Israel Buying More F-35I Adir Stealth Jets And KC-46 Tankers

  • Americas

    The US Has Offered Turkey MIM-104 Patriot Missile Defense System and F-35 If Turkey Deactivates Russian-made S-400

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China To Develop Manned-Unmanned Teaming Concept Tanks

  • C4iSR

    Saab Giraffe AMB gains 1-second scan capability for near-real-time air surveillance.

  • Europe

    Making a fool of Putin’s forces, Ukraine’s decoy weapons cost Russia billions of dollars

  • Middle East

    Israel May Have Given Up Golden Opportunity To Kill Iran’s Nuclear Program

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Russian-born Australian Army Soldier Kira Korolev And Her Husband Charged With Espionage For Russia

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Amid China tensions, Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte wants to retain VFA with the U.S.

  • Ballistic Missile

    Israeli Air Force has destroyed Iranian Shahab 3 medium-range ballistic missile stockpile.

  • Europe

    China Launches 10th Type 055 Destroyer, Increases Production At Dagushan

  • Air Platform

    Germany Considers Eurofighter Typhoon Fighter Jets Sale To Turkey

  • Air Platform

    Hindustan Aeronautics will take 24 months to restart Su-30MKI production for 12 aircraft on order

  • Europe

    Ukraine Destroyed Russian Weapons Depot in Donetsk

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