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Air-Launched Weapons

Russia’s Kh-47M2 Kinzhal Hypersonic BS: Not What You Think

September 22, 2022 GDC 0

The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal is an air-launched Iskander-M ballistic missile based on weapon from the 1980s. The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal (Russian for Dagger) entered operational service in 2017, according to Russian statements made in 2018. It is not […]

Europe

The Kinzhal Hypersonic Air-launched Missile Operational with Russian Air Force

March 22, 2018 LM Publications 0

The Sputniknews reported that the Kinzhal hypersonic air-launched system has been operational with RuAF. The Kinzhal is capable is able to destroy large, moving sea-based targets such as aircraft carriers, destroyers and cruisers, Russian Deputy Defense Minister […]

Europe

Fact Check: Russia’s President Vladimir Putin unveils ‘invincible’ nuclear weapons

March 2, 2018 LM Publications 0

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  • Ukrainian special forces destroy modernized Russian Tor-M2 SAM system

    November 22, 2022 0
    The elite Ukrainian troops claim to have struck Russian Tor-M2 (SA-15 Gauntlet) short-range surface-to-air missile system in the eastern Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine. Iran blamed the downed Ukrainian plane for the shortcomings of the [...]
  • EDGE Group Awarded Contract To Produce MANSUP-ER Anti-ship Missile For Emirati Air Force

    November 17, 2023 0
    The UAE Armed Forces have signed a Letter of Intent with EDGE Group, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, for the purchase of extended-range MANSUP-ER and the shorter-range variant of the advanced [...]
  • Japan to purchase Turkish drones and other arms.

    August 26, 2025 0
    Japan and Türkiye will begin detailed talks to boost cooperation in defense technologies, Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani said on Wednesday between meetings with Turkish officials and makers of drones and other arms. Türkiye says [...]
  • Ukrainian Special Forces Struck Wagner-backed RSF Militia In Sudan

    September 21, 2023 0
    Military intelligence spokesperson Andrii Yusov said in an interview with Radio NV on Sept. 20 that he cannot confirm nor deny Ukraine’s role in a strike against Wagner-backed RSF militia in Sudan. Wagner mercenary boss [...]
  • Donetsk region: a tank graveyard of the Russian army

    May 28, 2023 0
    A new aerial video shows Russian tanks destroyed by Ukrainian resistance in the Donetsk region. Ukrainian intelligence forces destroyed Russian Zoopark-1 counter-battery radar in Donetsk regionDateNovember 30, 2024Ukrainian forces destroyed a column of T-80BV and [...]
  • US Navy says Chinese warship fired weapons grade laser at US aircraft

    February 28, 2020 0
    The US Navy said on Thursday that a Chinese military warship fired a military grade laser at US Navy’s P-8A Poseidon maritime surveillance aircraft last week while it was flying over the Pacific Ocean, an [...]
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 […]

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. […]

  • Air Platform

    Poland Signs $10 Billion Deal for US Apache Attack Helicopters

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukraine’s artillery strikes destroyed Russia’s Buk-M1 air defense system

  • Europe

    Swedish Bofors will setup 155mm artillery ammo factory in Estonia.

  • Defense Industry

    GE Aviation to supply 99 engines for HAL Tejas MK1A

  • Europe

    Poland Received First Batch Of Bayraktar TB2 Drones From Turkey

  • Naval Platforms

    In-depth Analysis of FREMM European Multi-mission Frigate

  • Europe

    Turkiye, the UK strengthen defense ties through industry participation

  • Europe

    French Navy’s First Air Defense FREMM ‘Alsace’ Starts Sea Trials

  • Europe

    Germany Sent MATADOR ATGM And Ammo To Ukraine

  • Americas

    Anduril Industries unveils lightweigth Pulsar electronic jammer technology

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Singaporean Air Force Achieved Full Operational Capability of SAMP/T Aster-30 Missile System

  • C4iSR

    Sweden orders 10 mobile lightweight Giraffe 1x Radar for RBS-70 MANPAD

  • Air Platform

    Russia’s Mi-28 attack helicopter crashed in the Leningrad region

  • Americas

    Lockheed Martin Modernize F-22 Raptor’s Head-up Display (HUD)

  • Infantry Weapons

    Norinco’s Sky Dragon 12 SHORAD

  • South Asia

    Video footage shows intruding Indian BSF soldiers begging forgiveness after entering Bangladesh and being caught by the Bangladeshi Border Guard

  • Air Platform

    Russian pilot crashed Su-25 fighter jet, killing himself

  • Europe

    Sweden And Finland Deliver Additional Ammunitions To Ukraine

  • Middle East

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

  • Air Platform

    Bell Delivers 12 AH-1Z Viper to Bahrain

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukraine has shared Russia’s missile intelligence with Patriot maker Lockheed Martin.

  • Air Platform

    Why is F-15EX a better choice for USAF to replace F-15s?

  • Americas

    Brazilian Navy and Embraer partner on surface search and coastal surveillance radars

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    ‘Martlet’ Lightweight Multirole Missile (LMM)

  • Europe

    Dearsan unveils its new F142 frigate concept and USV 15 models

  • Ballistic Missile

    Pakistan test-fires 450km range ballistic missile as tensions with India rise

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    North Korean Violates UN Sanctions With China’s help: UN panel

  • Defense Industry

    Sukhoi And MiG Merge Into United Aircraft Corp To Avoid Mikoyan’s Bankruptcy

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australian Defense Department Bans Chinese Drones

  • Europe

    Destination Transnistria: Putin Aiming An Wider Conflict in Europe

  • Air Platform

    Australia Received Two CH-47H Chinook Helicopters

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Turkiye’s defense company MKE successfully tested its Tolga anti-drone system.

  • Central Asia

    Taliban being backed by Pakistani Army in Panjshir, reported Fox News

  • Air Platform

    Australian Air Force trials temporary shelters for fighter jets

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea Begins Development of Hydrogen-powered K3 Main Battle Tank.

  • Europe

    Ukraine destroyed Russian navy’s missile boat Ivanovets in Crimea

  • Europe

    Denizkurdu 2021: Turkish Navy Conducts Largest Naval Exercises Involving 132 Ships

  • Africa

    Morocco To Receive First Batch of FD-2000 (HQ-9) SAM From China

  • Middle East

    QEAF and RAF formed a joint Typhoon squadron

  • Air Platform

    Russian IL-76 transport aircraft crashed near Moscow

  • Air Platform

    Israel to purchase two squadrons of F-15I and F-35I Adir advanced fighter jets.

  • Africa

    UAE Sends Armed Drones to Support Ethiopia

  • Americas

    Trump administration approves first arms sale to Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    Su-57 Has The Highest RCS Amongst Sukhoi Aircraft, Russian Propaganda Still Claimed Its Stealth Aircraft

  • Europe

    Bosnia purchased Turkish Bayraktar TB2 Drones, Eyes Local Production

  • Europe

    Ukraine blow up Russia’s easy target T-90M Tank using a Swedish AT4 recoilless rifle

  • Air Platform

    Iran pivots to the Chinese J-10C and admits Russia is not a reliable defense partner

  • Europe

    U.S. Official Confirms M1 Abrams Tanks To Be Delivered To Ukraine In April

  • Europe

    Hellenic Navy plans to purchase four Multi-Mission MMSC frigates

  • Infantry Weapons

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

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