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U.S. Army Launched Barrages of Shahed Copycat LUCAS Kamikaze Drones in Iran Destroying Military Installations.

March 1, 2026 GDC 0

The US military struck Iran on Saturday with drones resembling the kind that Russia routinely deploys against Ukrainian cities. The Low-Cost Unmanned Combat Attack System, or LUCAS, is a one-way attack drone that looks nearly […]

C4iSR

U.S. Navy’s EA-18G Growler Destroyed Chinese-made YLC-8B Anti-stealth Radar and Type 305A Radar in Iran.

March 1, 2026 GDC 0

Based on reports from early 28 February, 2026, multiple Chinese-made air defense radar systems, including variants of the YLC-8B (often mentioned alongside the YLC-8B series in discussions about “anti-stealth” capabilities), failed to detect U.S. and Israeli […]

Middle East

U.S. and Israel continue to bomb all over Iran, Ali Khamenei is dead.

March 1, 2026 GDC 0

US President Donald Trump has used social media to declare that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead.  The US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on Saturday, and US President Donald […]

Middle East

Jubilant Iranians: Israeli and American Fighter Jets Fly Uncontested over Iranian Airspace as EA-18G Growler Destroys YLC-8B Radar, HQ-9B and S-400 Missile System.

February 28, 2026 GDC 1

For years, military theorists and political scientists have argued that airpower is overrated and, in some ways, outmoded. Some point to the proliferation of small, cheap unmanned drones as evidence that traditional air superiority—the ability […]

Middle East

President Trump Announced the U.S. and Israel Started Major Operations Against Iranian Regime.

February 28, 2026 GDC 0

President Donald Trump says the US has launched a “major operation” in Iran, saying “bombs will be dropping everywhere”. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu labelled the attacks “a joint action” between the two countries. Explosions […]

Middle East

Ali Khamenei is dead or in serious condition after an alleged attack on his residence, as Iran shuts down all CCTV and Internet systems.

February 25, 2026 GDC 0

The People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) reported intense clashes on February 23 at the fortified Motahari complex in Tehran, a tiny area packed with key regime offices including those tied to Khamenei’s son and […]

C4iSR

The engineering of VHF radar makes it poor at tracking and providing fire‑control‑quality data.

February 24, 2026 GDC 0

It’s very nice to produce a fancy Twitter post or an article for the Chinese Global Times to sell a product to Pakistan, Venezuela, and Iran when the buyer doesn’t know the engineering behind the […]

Middle East

Saudi Arabia could have uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal with the U.S.

February 22, 2026 GDC 0

Saudi Arabia could have some form of uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal with the United States, congressional documents and an arms control group suggest, raising proliferation concerns as an atomic […]

Air Platform

U.S. Air Force Relocates 24 F-16J Wild Weasel Electronic Warfare Aircraft in the Middle East from Germany.

February 19, 2026 GDC 0

In response to rising regional tensions and to strengthen its defence capabilities, the United States has deployed additional F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets, including specialised Electronic Warfare Block 50 models, to the Middle East. Reports […]

Americas

What you don’t know about America’s super weapon, the EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft?

February 18, 2026 GDC 0

There are propaganda, misleading AI-generated videos, and misinformation about the capabilities of Chinese and Russian-origin Nebo-M, Nebo-SVU, JY-27A, JYL-1B, and JY-8B radars on the battlefield. China reverse-engineered the Nebo series VHF radar it received as […]

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  • Russian fighter plane crashed near Tver was shot down: Report

    October 24, 2020 0
    The Russian Su-30 fighter that crashed on September 22 in the Tver region was being shot down by the friendly fire. This is reported by TASS with reference to an unnamed military source in the Russian Air Force [...]
  • Cyprus purchases Israeli Barak MX air defense system.

    September 20, 2025 0
    Turkish officials say Ankara is closely monitoring Cyprus’s reported procurement of the Israeli-made Barak MX integrated air defense system, warning that the move could destabilize a “fragile balance” on the divided island. Iskander missiles were [...]
  • Israeli Apache helicopter destroyed Pantsir-S ADS in Syria

    July 27, 2020 0
    Last night, Israel again attacked the positions of the Syrian military, attacking the positional area of ​​an anti-aircraft missile system, presumably the Pantsir-S air defense system. According to Russian news agency Avia.Pro, the Syrian air [...]
  • Ukraine Fires Polish-made Howitzers To Fight Off Russians

    July 10, 2022 0
    The chief commander of the armed forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhny has released new footage showing recently received Krab self-propelled howitzers in action. Polish Huta Stalowa Wola Awarded Contract To Deliver Krab Howitzers To Ukraine [...]
  • Boeing Loyal Wingman UCAV Engaged Landing Gear for the First Time

    November 6, 2021 0
    Boeing Australia said one of the two Loyal Wingman aircraft (Airpower Teaming System) taking part in separate flight missions at the Woomera Range Complex recently engaged its landing gear for the first time. The flight [...]
  • Indian Navy Selects Rolls-Royce MT30 Propulsion for All Future Warships

    November 1, 2021 0
    As part of the UK’s upcoming Carrier Strike Group tour, UK-based engineering company Rolls-Royce wants to explore opportunities for partnering with the Indian Navy to offer end-to-end solutions for the electrification of future warships. Indian [...]
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. […]

  • Americas

    President Trump Directed America’s Defense Industries to Quadruple PAC-3 and THAAD Missile Production.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Royal Malaysian Navy Successfully Conducts EXOCET Anti-Ship Missile Firings

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan Develops Wheeled Anti-tank Vehicles

  • Counter-drone System

    Rafael presents combat-proven systems and counter-UAS solutions for Europe.

  • Americas

    US To Build Six Nuclear Powerplants In India

  • Defense Industry

    The capabilities of the Russian S-400 are a few, says Ismail Demir

  • C4iSR

    U.S. State Department approves $304 million sale of AN/TPS-78 long-range radar to Egypt

  • Europe

    Spain signs Indra–Hanwha deal for K9-based self-propelled artillery systems.

  • Air Platform

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

  • Air Platform

    Dassault Aviation Offers Falcon 10X As Franco-German Maritime Airborne Warfare Systems (MAWS)

  • C4iSR

    Poland selects AN/ALQ-254 Viper Shield electronic warfare suite for F-16 Viper upgrade program.

  • Air Platform

    US Air Force deploys F-22 Raptor to Poland, amid Russia tensions

  • Counter-drone System

    Greece purchases counter-drone system from Israel.

  • Air Platform

    Qatar Started Negotiations with the U.S. to Purchase F-35 Stealth Jets.

  • Europe

    Armenia released photographs of third destroyed S-300 site

  • Americas

    USS Gerald R. Ford Headed to Souda Bay for Repairs After Non-combat Fire.

  • Europe

    Ukraine blew up Russia’s ten vital infrastructure in kamikaze drone attacks

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Boeing’s Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) GBU- 31/32/38 guided air-to-surface weapon

  • Americas

    US Army Awarded A Contract To Buy Carl-Gustaf Shoulder-fired Weapons

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine to receive first F-16 fighter jets by December 2023

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Japan will transfer PAC-3 interceptor missiles to the U.S. to backfill U.S. stocks

  • Air Platform

    Sweden Taps GKN Aerospace To Produce Future Fighter Propulsion

  • Infantry Weapons

    Indian Army to acquire RQ-11 UAV and Spike Smart Munitions

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australian ‘zirconium’ powering adversary state China’s ballistic missile, cruise missile and fighter jets.

  • Air Platform

    Vietnam signed agreement with the U.S. to purchase F-16V, ditching Su-57 jets

  • Europe

    Putin fired Colonel-General Gennady Anashkin for lying about battlefield gains

  • Air Platform

    Pentagon Wants To Equip MQ-9 Reaper With Directed-Energy Weapons

  • Air Platform

    Azerbaijan Grounded JF-17 Fighter Jets, Demands Turkish Missile, Avionics and Prospective TF35000 Engine in JF-17 Jet.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Myanmar rebels hit junta’s new capital Naypyidaw with Ukrainian-style kamikaze drones

  • South Asia

    6 percent of Pakistan’s GDP is stolen by the military, civil services and politicians due to corruption, Ponzi schemes and Embezzlement.

  • Africa

    TPLF Shot Down Mi-35 Helicopter

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia to invest in drone development programme

  • Defense Industry

    Malaysia Released Tender for Lead-In Light Fighter/Trainer Aircraft

  • Europe

    Belgium Sending Modernized Leopard Tanks To Ukraine

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh DGFI: A Symbol of Abuse, Corruptions and Impunity

  • Middle East

    Iran’s President Pezeshkian Seeks Resignation Amid Leadership Crisis.

  • Africa

    Poor battlefield performance and sanctions on Russia forced African countries to seek military hardware from China

  • Counter-drone System

    Israeli IAI Secretly Supplied Counter-UAV Drone Guard Systems to Maldives and Sri Lanka

  • Europe

    Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Attack with Around 400 Drones Targeting Moscow, Southern Russia, and Russian-Occupied Crimea.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea launches fifth FFX II Daegu-class frigate ROKS Daejeon

  • Europe

    Brazil’s Tamandare-class frigate project marks important milestone

  • Europe

    Turkey And Russia To Sign Space Cooperation Pact

  • Air Platform

    US State Department approved the sale of Basler BT-67 transport aircraft to Argentina

  • Europe

    Desperate Russia Wants To Buy Medi-vac Vehicles From Estonia

  • Defense Industry

    Here’s why, China ditches Russian-made jet engines?

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    The Philippines and Canada sign a new security pact.

  • C4iSR

    Three Spanish companies to develop radar, optronics and radio frequency to counter drones

  • South Asia

    Indian Navy’s mishaps are as common as Russian Navy’s mishaps, INS Brahmaputra frigate caught fire and sank at the Mumbai Dockyard

  • Europe

    No SATNAV and datalink: Russia’s special forces using 1940s paper map to navigate in Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    For the First Time A Fixed-wing Aircraft Take-off from Japanese Aircraft Carrier Since WWII

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