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Air Platform

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

May 4, 2026 GDC 0

Israel to buy two new combat squadrons of F-35 ⁠and F-15IA advanced fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing in a deal worth tens of ​billions of dollars. Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin, the head of […]

Air Platform

Israeli sensors and electronic warfare suite that makes F-35I Adir a superior stealth jet compared to Saudi and Qatari F-35.

January 2, 2026 GDC 0

The Israeli game-changing upgrades that made the F-35 world’s most sought after fighter jet. As Saudi Arabia moves closer to acquiring the F-35, Israel’s advanced upgrades to the jet—boosting range, survivability and mission performance—are drawing […]

Ballistic Missile

Israeli Air Force has destroyed a third of Iran’s ballistic missile launchers

June 17, 2025 GDC 0

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that its Air Force has destroyed over one-third of Iran’s missile launcher infrastructure, following a series of coordinated overnight airstrikes. According to the IDF, the strikes targeted around 100 […]

Air Platform

Israel inks $3 billion deal to purchase 25 US F-35 fighter jets

June 6, 2024 GDC 0

Israel’s Defense Ministry on Tuesday officially signed a deal with the United States to procure a third F-35 fighter jet squadron. The ministry said a delegation to the US signed a letter of agreement for […]

Air Platform

Israel’s F-35I fighters defend national airspace amid Iran attack

April 16, 2024 GDC 0

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) recently showcased the operational prowess of its newest F-35I Adir stealth fighter jets, revealing how these advanced aircraft are pivotal in safeguarding the country’s airspace. Amidst a direct drone and […]

Middle East

Dutch court orders halt to export of F-35 stealth jet parts to Israel

February 15, 2024 GDC 0

A Dutch court on Monday ordered the government to block all exports of F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel over concerns they were being used to violate international law during the war in Gaza. The […]

Uncategorized

Ukraine Destroys Russian Dud Pantsir-S1 Anti-air System With HARM Anti-radiation Missile

October 23, 2022 GDC 0

Ukrainian troops have destroyed the Russian Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft gun missile system on Kherson’s east side. Images shared on social media show the burned-out Pantsir-S1 air defense system in Nova Kakhovka, Kherson region. Russian-made Pantsir-S1 air defense system, […]

Infantry Weapons

Why Did Russia’s S-300 Fail in Syria?

January 24, 2022 GDC 0

On Friday, May 1 2021, an alleged Syrian military source criticized the S-300 air defense systems supplied by Russia as incapable of stopping Israeli airstrikes and as “backwards,” reported Middle East Monitor, citing Avia.pro, a […]

C4iSR

Brutal Truth About S-300 and S-400, Israeli SEAD Mission Works!

January 23, 2022 GDC 0

The hundreds of attacks against Iranian targets and Hezbollah in Syria carried out by the Israel Air Force, are generally considered by pundits to be its most important achievement in the “campaign between the wars.” […]

Europe

Turkey accused Russia of fraud, discloses fatal flaws in Russian-made S-400 SAM system, calling it a “chimney”

February 1, 2020 GDC 0

Turkey conducted its first test of its Russian-made S-400 last November against US-made F-16 fighter aircraft, flouting NATO’s admonishments about the air-defense system just days before a summit of the alliance’s leaders. Read More Casualties […]

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  • Boeing’s Super Hornet Does Not Meet Canada’s FFCP Requirement: Report

    November 27, 2021 0
    In a surprise move, Canada has told Boeing Co that its contender for a multi-billion dollar fighter jet contract does not meet the required standard, a defense source said on Thursday. The RCAF comes full [...]
  • The US Air Force set to upgrade nukes stationed in Germany

    April 10, 2020 0
    Germany’s air force is preparing to adapt some of its Tornado warplanes to carry more up-to-date US atom bombs in light of plans by Washington to modernize its nuclear arsenal in Germany, media reported on [...]
  • Brazil rejects Indian-made Akash SAM, citing accuracy issues with the missile

    July 3, 2025 0
    Brazil has rejected India’s offer to buy the Indian-made Akash surface-to-air missile and Garuda self-propelled howitzer, according to local Indian media. India deploys indigenous Akash SAM in LadakhDateJuly 1, 2020India to shelf Akash and Trishul [...]
  • Philippines Air Force Received Spyder Surface-to-air Missile From Israel

    December 31, 2024 0
    The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has received its third and final battery of Rafael’s Spyder self-propelled surface-to-air missile (SAM). Philippines Received Three Batteries Of Israeli Spyder SAM Worth $141 MillionDateSeptember 3, 2021Philippine sets to procure [...]
  • Israel Aerospace Industries unveils LAHAT ALPHA missile with 20km range.

    December 5, 2025 0
    Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has launched LAHAT ALPHA, the newest member of its LAHAT laser-homing anti-tank missile family, designed to meet rising demand for precise and cost-effective long-range strike capability. The system enables stand-off attacks [...]
  • BAE, Elbit Demonstrate Future Fighting Vehicle For US Army

    October 24, 2020 0
    BAE Systems is remaining tight-lipped over whether it will compete in the US Army’s revamped M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle replacement competition, but told Janes a newly forged partnership with Elbit Systems could help it outfit such proposals [...]
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. […]

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Singapore’s ST Engineering launched the first of six Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV).

  • Europe

    Russia used paintings to reassemble fighter jets at Crimea airbase after evacuating jets from the peninsula

  • Middle East

    Turkey delivered Bayraktar TB2 drones to Qatari Emirati Armed Forces

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine’s drone strikes destroyed four of Russia’s Su-34 Fullback fighter-bombers

  • Middle East

    President Trump Asked US Air Force to Prepare for Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facility

  • C4iSR

    Rheinmetall and ICEYE’s joint venture is set to develop space-based sensors.

  • Air Platform

    Saab Offers 64 Gripen E And Two GlobalEye In Its Final Bid For Finland’s HX Competition

  • Defense Industry

    Denmark To Invest $5.5 Billion In Danish Navy

  • Air Platform

    Boeing upgrades Apache version 6 with UAV and ship hunting capability

  • Loitering Munitions

    Iran fumed after Chinese-made Shahed copycat SF-200 drones were intercepted by America’s Patriot missile system.

  • South Asia

    Indian spy agency RAW is behind the killing of anti-Indian protester Sharif Osman Hadi in Bangladesh.

  • Air Platform

    Israel to acquire additional squadrons of F-35I

  • Europe

    Germany will establish a new military division for territorial defence

  • Loitering Munitions

    Myanmar’s Junta Imported European Drones and Spyware to Suppress Rebels

  • Air Platform

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

  • Europe

    Russia Lost Its Global Influence Despite Having Formidable Nuclear Arsenal: India’s Chief Of Defense Staff, General Anil Chauhan

  • Americas

    US Marines Selects Two Companies to Build Prototype Recon Vehicle

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    US Army targets Beijing with its newly developed long-range Dark Eagle hypersonic missile from Japan

  • Air Platform

    The US Navy to receive F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III By The End of May

  • Europe

    Mad Vlad Started Show Treason Trials Of Russian Hypersonic Missile Scientists

  • Europe

    Turkish drone giant Baykar acquires Italy’s Piaggio Aerospace

  • Europe

    Major Ukraine’s offensive in Kursk region shaken morale of Russians

  • Air Platform

    Turkish Aerospace Industries Launches Development of Carrier-based Jet Trainer.

  • Americas

    US Marine Unit Received New Counter Drone Gun

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Malaysia decided not to buy Russian military hardware, signs security agreement with South Korea: report

  • Infantry Weapons

    Vulnerabilities of Almaz-Antay S-400 Triumf (SA-21)

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    BAE Systems Established A New Baseline Design For RAN’s Hunter-class Frigate

  • Americas

    EDGE Awarded Contract To Produce MANSUP Anti-ship Missiles For Brazil

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Slovenia to purchase German-made IRIS-T SLM Anti-air Missile System

  • Air Platform

    Indian Air Force Rejected Russia’s Su-57E and Recommends F-35 Acquisition

  • Infantry Weapons

    Norinco Delivers Sky Dragon 50 To Morocco

  • Europe

    EU sanctions on Russia make Italian-Russian Military Joint Venture Unsustainable

  • Air Platform

    Peru cancels plans to buy Russian Yak-130 aircraft after several crashed in Bangladesh

  • Middle East

    20 Bayraktar TB2 Drone Swarms Destroyed Pantsir-S1 SAM In Syria

  • Europe

    Turkiye has reached its limits to fund its ambitions to become arms export superpower.

  • Europe

    Ukrainian Special Forces Enters City Of Kherson

  • Europe

    Ukraine Demonstrates New Warfighting Capability By Using Underwater Unmanned Vehicles (UUV)

  • Air Platform

    U.S. State Department Approves Sale Of MQ-9B Predator Drones To UAE

  • Europe

    President Zelensky discloses his annual income to bring transparency to his country

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan Launches Largest Coast Guard Vessel “Chiayi” (CG-5001)

  • Americas

    President Trump announced $175 billion in funds for Golden Dome missile defence for America

  • Europe

    Dramatic Footage Shows One German Leopard Tank Took Out Column Of Putin’s T-90M Proryv Tanks And BTR-82A Armored Vehicles

  • Europe

    Ukraine blew up Sevastopol power substation in occupied Crimea

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    President Xi Jinping sacked more political advisors, military Generals, nuclear engineers and scientists amid the Iran war.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwanese Military allows same-sex couples marrying in uniform

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Chinese Ambassador To Australia Hints A ‘Special Operation’ To Reunify Taiwan With China

  • C4iSR

    Saab Unveils Passive EW Sensor Built to Hunt Enemy Radars Quietly.

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh Bank Froze Bank Accounts of Bangladesh Army Generals After Forced Retirement Amid Corruption Allegation

  • C4iSR

    The Seaspray 5000E AESA Radar

  • Americas

    President Trump Seeking $1.5 Trillion Defense Spending in 2027.

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