EU Mission – Global Defense Corp

Ireland needs fighter jets for full air defense capability, says Major General Ralph James

February 27, 2020 GDC 0

In 2017, two Russian Tu-160 Blackjack nuclear capable bombers were intercepted by fighter jets from four European countries as they flew from the direction of Norway to northern Spain, over Ireland and back, it has […]

Kim Jong Un’s 5,000-ton Destroyer Sank in Front of His Eyes

May 23, 2025 0

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reprimanded officials over a “serious accident and criminal act” that resulted in damage to a newly built warship, state media has reported. The 5,000-tonne destroyer damaged its hull [...]
Australia down-selected Japanese Mogami-class frigate to replace ageing ANZAC class frigate

August 5, 2025 0

Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has won a tight contest to build the Australian navy’s new $10 billion fleet of warships, beating a bid from German rival ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems. The ABC has confirmed that [...]
China Sends Spy Ship Off The Coast Of Australia

July 14, 2021 0

A Chinese surveillance ship is being tracked heading towards Queensland waters ahead of upcoming Australian-hosted military exercises. Australia readies for multinational exercise Talisman SabreDateJune 8, 2021US Army Test Fires Patriot Missiles In Talisman Sabre ExercisesDateJuly 18, 2021USS [...]
Germany Sends More Gepard Anti-air Systems To Ukraine

June 26, 2023 0

German officials said that Berlin is considering sending additional Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft systems to Ukraine. The plan was announced by the head of the Ukraine Situation Center of the German Defense Ministry, Brigadier General Christian [...]
China sending private military contractors to protect Myanmar’s Junta is a grave concern for Bangladesh, India and Thailand

July 16, 2025 0

Reports indicate that China is sending private security contractors to Myanmar to protect Chinese investments, particularly those related to the Belt and Road Initiative, and personnel amidst the ongoing civil conflict. This development follows the [...]
Australian Army’s Boxer CRV Infantry Fighting Vehicles Achieved Initial Operational Capability

December 2, 2022 0

The Australian Army has announced that its Boxer 8×8 combat reconnaissance vehicle (CRV) has successfully reached initial operational capability (IOC) following rigorous testing. Australian Army’s Boxer CRV Infantry Fighting Vehicles Reaches Initial Operational CapabilityDateNovember 8, 2022Rheinmetall completes [...]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]