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  • [ July 17, 2026 ] Saab’s Order Bookings Rose by 141 Percent Amid Gripen Fighter Jets and GlobalEye AEW&C Sales. Defense Industry
  • [ July 17, 2026 ] Roshel develops the next generation of the Captain armored vehicle. Americas
  • [ July 17, 2026 ] Saudi Arabia and the UAE join the U.S. forces to strike the regional rival Iran and its proxies. Middle East
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C4iSR

Australian Super Hornet Fighter Jets Will Receive New Infrared Search And Tracking System

September 9, 2024 GDC 0

A spokesperson from the Australian Department of Defence confirmed that the 12 Block II IRST pod delivery is planned for 2024 and 2025. The spokesperson also clarified that these systems do not require the F/A-18Fs […]

C4iSR

Taiwan’s F-16V fighters to receive IRST21 sensors that can track Chinese J-20

September 1, 2023 GDC 0

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Air Platform

Boeing F/A-18 Semi-Stealth Advanced Super Hornet Block III

August 11, 2021 GDC 0

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  • FLIR Black Hornet 3 Personal Reconnaissance System

    June 22, 2020 0
    It’s extremely light, about the size of a cellphone, nearly silent and can fly up to 25 minutes — but most importantly, it can locate the enemy and provide a distinct military advantage in combat. [...]
  • Indian Defense Ministry Sold INS Viraat to Ship Breaker

    December 20, 2020 0
    New Delhi (GDC) — The Ministry of Defence has formally rejected an eleventh-hour plan to try and save Viraat, the former Indian Navy aircraft carrier, from being broken up for scrap by a shipbreaker in [...]
  • South Korea lifts martial law order after parliament voted to defy president

    December 4, 2024 0
    Troops were seen trying to enter the South Korean parliament on Tuesday (3 December) after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a surprise late-night TV address that slammed domestic political opponents and sent shockwaves [...]
  • Turkiye expects Trump Administration to withdraw sanctions against Turkiye

    May 19, 2025 0
    Turkey has seen an easing of US sanctions on its defense sector since Donald Trump became president, with steps towards ending the measure advancing quickly, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Saturday. Ankara Defies Washington: Implement [...]
  • F-110 Bonifaz-class Frigates of the Spanish Navy

    June 1, 2020 0
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  • Russian Kh-35 anti-ship missile crashes in Krasnodar region

    June 25, 2024 0
    A Russian Kh-35 missile, designated NATO name AS-20 ‘Kayak’, has crashed in Krasnodar Krai, within the North Caucasus region of Russia’s southwest. Ukraine Launches New Neptune Anti-ship Cruise MissileDateApril 6, 2021Ukraine is developing a new [...]
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

    Taiwanese Army Practices Urban Warfare With Camouflaged M113 Armored Vehicles

  • Air Platform

    Airbus, Boeing Offer Chinook Heavy Lift Helicopters For Bundeswehr

  • South Asia

    Video footage shows intruding Indian BSF soldiers begging forgiveness after entering Bangladesh and being caught by the Bangladeshi Border Guard

  • Air Platform

    Bell Unveils Upgraded Stealth Helicopter

  • Air Platform

    Turkey delivers first Bayraktar TB2 UCAV to Ukrainian Navy

  • C4iSR

    Saab delivers the fourth GlobalEye to the UAE

  • South Asia

    IAF MiG-29 fighter plane crashes in Punjab, pilot ejects safely

  • Americas

    U.S. Shouldn’t Be Selective About CAATSA Sanctions On India And Egypt

  • Europe

    Ukrainian troops blew up Russia’s newest armored vehicles in Donetsk region

  • Europe

    Lithuania to Receive More Boxer Armored Vehicles From German Consortium

  • Air Platform

    Turkey’s Hurjet light combat aircraft enters ground testing

  • Americas

    The mighty American military is useless without Australia’s Pine Gap, Tindal airbase and North West Cape space warfare centers

  • Air Platform

    Northrop Grumman to deliver MQ-4C Triton UAV to RAAF in 2023

  • Uncategorized

    Raytheon Launches Stinger Missiles From Javelin Launcher

  • Defense Industry

    U.S. State Department Approves Hellenic Navy’s MEKO-class Modernization Equipment

  • Europe

    German company FLANQ has unveiled Q-RECON, uncrewed surface vessel for near-shore missions

  • Europe

    Fincantieri Began Construction of Italian Navy’s U212NFS Submarines

  • Air Platform

    U.S. Navy Unveils Sixth-Gen F/A-XX Fighter Aircraft Concept

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Germany in talks with Israel to buy more Arrow 3 air defense systems.

  • C4iSR

    United States donated AN/PVS-14 night vision monoculars to Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Leonardo Delivers AW109 Trekker To Flykomala Private Charter Company

  • Central Asia

    U.S. Army Deploys Paratroopers In Afghanistan To Support Evacuation

  • Europe

    STADT AS and SH-Defense to Integrate Electric Propulsion Technology into Marine Propulsion

  • Air Platform

    Leonardo to demonstrate M-346 commanding two Baykar uncrewed fighters by mid-year.

  • Air Platform

    Here’s why Russia’s Su-57 is doomed?

  • South Asia

    Pakistan launched retaliatory attacks in Iran after Iranian drone strikes in Pakistan

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    New Zealand Will Spend $5 Billion on Defense Under Major Military Overhaul

  • Defense Industry

    Türkiye’s defense exports surpassed $11 billion annually.

  • Americas

    Here’s Why C2, Hyperconnectivity, And Tactical Network Are So Crucial For Modern Battlefield

  • Defense Industry

    Turkish Baykar to establish drone MRO facility in Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    BAE Systems Ready To Provide Nuclear Submarines To Australia Under AUKUS Agreement

  • Middle East

    Pakistan warned the IRGC that it cannot fend off the U.S./Israel air strikes using Chinese-made anti-air missiles.  

  • Americas

    New Zealand Sells 22 Armored Vehicles to Chilean Navy

  • Air Platform

    Philippines Air Force received five S-70i Black Hawk helicopters

  • Central Asia

    Armenia considers leaving CSTO as Russia failed to support Armenia in Nagorno-Karabakh conflict

  • Europe

    Ukraine wants to purchase CV90 infantry fighting vehicles after its successes on the battlefield

  • Air Platform

    Russian Su-34 Fullback Bomber Bombed Own City Of Belgorod

  • Europe

    Ukrainian kamikaze sea drones destroyed two Russian Serna class landing ships

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Rheinmetall opens new factory in Queensland, Australia

  • South Asia

    India, China competition leaves Bangladesh military incapable of meeting national security needs

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Myanmar Junta Dropped Bombs On Kachin Independence Army Position Using Su-30SME

  • The Thief
    South Asia

    Bangladesh Army (Thief) Siphoned $20 Million to Buy 200 Indian-made TATA Hexa Sports Utility Vehicles

  • Air Platform

    Mikoyan to restart MiG-35 production without radar and targeting pod, amid Ukraine war

  • Air Platform

    Skyways Developed Autonomous Folding Wings Blue Water UAS

  • South Asia

    এয়ার চিফ মার্শাল সেরনিয়াবাত বলেছেন, অযোগ্যতা এবং আমলাতন্ত্র বাংলাদেশ এয়ার গার্ডের সম্পূর্ণ ব্যর্থতার দিকে পরিচালিত করেছে (Translated)

  • Europe

    The Type 26 frigate and its derivative, the Hunter-class, serve as a cautionary tale for Australia and the UK.

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukrainian HIMARS Strikes Destroyed Russia’s S-400 SAM in Donetsk Oblast

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korean Coast Guard Deports Russians Escaping Putin’s Conscriptions

  • Land Platform

    Boxer CRV Infantry Fighting Vehicle (AFV)

  • Americas

    Canada Purchases Saab’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning Aircraft.

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