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  • [ July 23, 2026 ] Germany Looks Towards Ukraine for Flamingo Long-range Strike Missile. Cruise Missiles
  • [ July 23, 2026 ] Japan launches EC-2 electronic warfare jet flight test campaign at Gifu Air Base. C4iSR
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East Asia and Pacific Region

U.S. Signs Crucial Military Deals With The Philippines

February 6, 2023 GDC 0

The Philippines has granted the United States expanded access to its military bases, greatly enhancing Washington’s presence in the region at a time of growing concern about Chinese aggression. Washington would be given access to […]

Americas

Defense Secretary Purges Defense Advisory Board

February 6, 2021 GDC 0

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered hundreds of Pentagon advisory board members to resign this month as part of a broad review of the panels, essentially purging several dozen who were appointed last-minute under the […]

Americas

President-elect Joe Biden Nominates Retired Army General Lloyd Austin As Defense Secretary

December 11, 2020 GDC 0

Joe Biden on Wednesday formally nominated Lloyd Austin, a retired four-star army general and the former commander of the American military effort in Iraq, to be his defense secretary, casting him as uniquely qualified to […]

  • Raytheon demonstrates cutting-edge radar at RIMPAC

    September 21, 2024 0
    RTX showcased the ability of its SeaVue multi-role radar to provide long-range target detection during the Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024. HMAS Arunta tests fire evolved sea sparrow missileDateAugust 26, 2020U.S. Navy Conducts [...]
  • Two Female Iraqi MPs purchased golden underwear and bras and embezzled $57 million in cash and 27 kg of gold.

    July 3, 2026 0
    Viral social media posts claiming Iraqi authorities discovered ‘golden underwear,’ $57 million (about £42 million) in cash and 27 kilograms (about 60 pounds) of gold during raids on Iraqi lawmakers have attracted widespread attention online. [...]
  • Patria to restart 155mm artillery ammunition production

    September 17, 2024 0
    In response to the evolving dynamics of modern warfare, Finnish defense company Patria has announced its readiness to resume the production of 155mm field artillery systems. The decision comes amid increased recognition of traditional artillery’s [...]
  • UK, Turkey, Canada, Norway and Iceland are ready to contribute to EU efforts to boost Ukraine’s defense

    March 18, 2025 0
    Close coordination between the European Union and some key non-EU partners continues, now that confidence in the historic U.S. ally and its umbrella protecting the West is waning. In the aftermath of the extraordinary European [...]
  • Israeli Skana Robotics Unveils Autonomous Surface and Underwater Vessels.

    September 11, 2025 0
    Israeli-based Skana Robotics has unveiled a new pair of autonomous maritime systems: the Bull Shark autonomous surface vessel (ASV) and the Stingray autonomous underwater vessel (AUV). Germany to purchase Israeli BlueWhale unmanned submarineDateJuly 10, 2025Royal [...]
  • Bangladesh Navy (Thief): A junkyard of Chinese navy but a business entity of Bangladesh military

    June 15, 2021 0
    The Bangladesh Navy has the wider commercial and financial interests in the country, and is a forerunner of the Khulna Shipyard, Dockyard and Engineering Works Limited and Chittagong Dry Dock, the Navy was a major [...]
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 […]

  • Americas

    US Military Destroyed Chinese-made FK-3 and Russian-made Buk-M2E and S-300VM Missiles in Venezuela.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    North Korea Test Fires KN-25 600MM Multiple Rocket Launch System.

  • Air Platform

    Spain Purchases Turkish-made 30 Hurjet Advanced Jet Trainers

  • Air Platform

    UAE started negotiations with South Korea to purchase KF-21 and FA-50 fighter jets.

  • South Asia

    India withdraws from FGFA or Su-57 (PAK FA) project

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukrainian troops blew up the Russian Buk anti-air missile system using HIMARS

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    HMS Queen Elizabeth Leads Carrier Groups Of Royal Navy

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Lowered Interest Rate For Royal Thai Air Force’s F-16V Block 70 Acquisition

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China’s Type 075 amphibious assault ship caught fire

  • Europe

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

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Taiwan stacks up large quantities of ground and air-launched precision strike missiles

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Trinidad and Tobago Commissions Two Cape-class Patrol Boats

  • Naval Platforms

    Pakistan Navy’s New Type 054 AP Frigate Started Sea Trials In China

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    The JASDF Intercepted More Chinese Aircraft During Coronavirus Pandemic Than Usual

  • Americas

    Senate chairman moves toward CAATSA sanctions on Turkey as Turkey test Nebo-M radar against F-16

  • Air Platform

    Boeing, Honeywell and Rolls-Royce Deutschland Partner to Service Bundeswehr’s H-47 Chinook Engines

  • Air Platform

    Sikorsky Takes Defiant X Helo To NFAC Complex For Wind Tunnel Testing

  • Europe

    U.S. Sends More HIMARS Artillery Rockets And Howitzers To Ukraine Worth $625 Million

  • Air Platform

    China’s J-10C Defeats J-16 In A War Game: Report

  • Air Platform

    A huge fire destroyed Russia’s only Su-57 serial production factory in Komsomolsk-on-Amur.

  • South Asia

    Human rights groups accuse Bangladesh army of covering up sexual assault

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s Intelligence Sent Exploding Goggles to Russia’s Drone Operators, Blinding Drone Operators

  • Air Platform

    Indonesia Completes Order For 42 French Rafale Fighter Jets Worth $8.1 Billion

  • Infantry Weapons

    LMT MARS-L Service Rifle For New Zealand Armed Forces

  • Central Asia

    Russia sends troops to Tajikistan, establishes a military base

  • Air Platform

    French Navy’s First H160 SAR Helicopter Starts Flight Tests

  • Europe

    Poland signs deal to buy more Chunmoo multiple-rocket launchers

  • Europe

    Trump Administration Imposed CAATSA Sanctions on Turkey

  • Europe

    Russian Soldiers Killed Their Commander In A Mutiny, Report

  • Naval Platforms

    JL-3 Missile: The Chinese Military Becomes Nuclear Triad

  • Europe

    Russia’s Su-30 and Su-27 Fighter Jets Caught Fire at Lipetsk Airbase.

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Shoot Down A Su-35S Using Stinger MANPAD

  • Air Platform

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

  • South Asia

    Turkey, Pakistan To Jointly Develop Satellite Project

  • Infantry Weapons

    Turkey decided to sell the S-400 air defense systems it purchased from Russia to the U.S.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China Unveils Low-cost 155mm Wheeled Artillery System Copying German RCH 155 8×8 Howitzer

  • Europe

    Russia copies Ukraine in creating drone warfare forces

  • Europe

    Russian Military Admits That Its Soldiers Killed, Including Army General

  • Middle East

    Saudi Arabia Lets Israeli Commercial Planes Cross Its Airspace

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Babcock Signs $900 Million Contract To Deliver Future Submarine Capability At Devonport

  • Americas

    Barrett To Supply U.S. Army With MK22 Sniper Rifles

  • Air Platform

    Indonesia Finalizes Rafale Contract With France

  • Defense Industry

    BAE Systems Awarded $800 Million Contract For Development Of Sixth-Gen Tempest Fighter Jet

  • South Asia

    Pakistan increases defense budget by 6% to $8.8 billion

  • South Asia

    Pakistan Air Force conducted drills using JF-17 fighters near Ladakh

  • Europe

    Swiss F/A-18 Hornet To Guard Its Airspace Round The Clock

  • Europe

    Australian Army’s Boxer CRV Infantry Fighting Vehicles Reaches Initial Operational Capability

  • Air Platform

    Lockheed Martin wants to sell 24 F-16V fighter jets with missiles to Colombia worth $4.6 billion

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Chinese Warship Confronted Royal Australian Navy’s Warship

  • Europe

    Norway allocates additional $5.7 billion to Ukraine until 2030

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