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Russia Reverse Engineered IAI Searcher II Drone, Exported Drone to Iran

March 26, 2020 GDC 0

Russia is now the world’s third largest UAV operator, employing around 4,000 units including Forpost-R (re-engineered IAI Searcher II), Orion-10 and Eleron-family (all of them domestically designed and built). According to the Russian MoD, its […]

Russia relocates S-400 air defense system from Kaliningrad to Moscow to protect government buildings in winter

December 2, 2023 0

Russia has allegedly moved its strategic air defense systems from its Western territorial exclave of Kaliningrad in order to resupply its mounting losses in Ukraine according to a new intelligence report from the British Ministry [...]
Brazil’s Nuclear-Powered Submarine Project SN-BR Making Progress

December 19, 2021 0

In a ceremony held on November 25, the Brazilian Navy signed an agreement to start building the hull of its first nuclear-powered submarine (SSN), the “Álvaro Alberto”, as part of the SN-BR project. UK invests [...]
The Royal Malaysian Air Force Shortlists Eurofighter Typhoon and Dassault Rafale for MRCA Requirements

February 18, 2018 0

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has been seeking 18 next-generation fighters to replace it’s again MiG-29 since at least 2017. The BAE Systems has offered a UK-based line-of-credit to back a sale of Eurofighter [...]
In a rare admission, Russia confirms that its military is losing a minimum of 250 soldiers per day

July 10, 2024 0

Around 273,750 Russian troops have been killed since the start of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion, averaging around 250 a day, according to independent Russian media outlets which have cited government data. Russian Casualties To Reach [...]
U.S. claims 188,000 Russian killed in the Ukraine war since Vladimir Putin launched the invasion

March 2, 2023 0

American intelligence sources have claimed Russian casualties in Ukraine have reached a staggering 188,000 as Vladimir Putin’s bloody invasion continues to backfire. Only French Rafale Can Solve Ukrainian Fighter Jets ShortageDateJune 6, 2021Russian Troops And [...]
Indonesian PT Dirgantara to upgrade Turkish CN235 aircraft

September 24, 2021 0

Turkey and Indonesia signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Teknofest 2021 in the Turkish metropolis Istanbul, further strengthening bilateral cooperation. Turkish TAI Signs MoU with GE Marine on Co-production of Marine PropulsionDateAugust 23, [...]

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. […]