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  • [ July 18, 2026 ] Saab Awarded Contract to Produce 9LV CMS and Sea Giraffe Radars for German F128 Frigates. Europe
  • [ July 18, 2026 ] German Air Force Received First Tranche 4 Eurofighter Typhoon Fighters Under Quadriga Project. Air Platform
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China test-fires new YJ-21 hypersonic missile

April 28, 2022 GDC 0

The PLAN (People’s Liberation Army Navy) just released a video showing the launch of a new hypersonic missile from a Type 055 cruiser. The missile is likely the Eagle Strike YJ-21. Naval News regular contributor […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

COVID-19 Started In Peoples Liberation Army’s Biolaboratory: Dr Li Meng-Yan

August 10, 2020 GDC 0

A Chinese medical expert, who fled to the US, has backed claims that the Covid-19 pandemic began in a military lab and was covered up by Chinese officials. Dr Li Meng-Yan, a virology specialist from […]

Air-Launched Weapons

China tests scramjet powered hypersonic weapons

June 17, 2020 GDC 0

In a ground test in Beijing, Dr Fan Xuejun and colleagues from the Institute of Mechanics fed extremely fast, super-hot air into the engine and took the burn to the maximum for 600 seconds, according […]

Infantry Weapons

China’s new PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS)

June 1, 2020 GDC 0

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East Asia and Pacific Region

China has announced $178.2 billion defense budget, a 6.6 percent growth for this year

May 23, 2020 GDC 0

Singapore (GDC) — China has announced a 6.6 percent growth in its defense budget for this year, its lowest rate of increase for almost three decades although China’s economy shrinking by 6.8 percent in the […]

Land Platform

Norinco delivers airdrop-capable armored vehicle to PLA

May 11, 2020 GDC 0

China’s first batch of homemade airdrop-capable four-wheeled armored vehicles have entered service, which will boost the all-terrain mobilization capacity of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force and provide paratroopers enhanced firepower, mobility and protection. […]

Infantry Weapons

Norinco QBZ-191/QBZ-19 Standard Issue Assault Rifle

April 27, 2020 GDC 0

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East Asia and Pacific Region

The Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) Has Conducted Low Yield Nuclear Tests

April 17, 2020 GDC 0

Washington DC (GDC) -The US State Department reported that Beijing may have conducted secret low-level underground nuclear tests, learned GDC quoting Wall Street Journal. Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told reporters on Thursday that China […]

Africa

China looks to increase defense ties with South Africa

April 15, 2020 GDC 0

A long-time commercial partner with numerous African countries, the People’s Republic of China is looking to improve its defense ties on the continent, with particular emphasis on cooperating with South Africa on defense technologies. As […]

Infantry Weapons

Chinese HQ-22 (HQ-12 or KS-1) Surface-to-Air Missile

September 7, 2019 GDC 0

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  • Hanwha Aerospace Unveils Korean New Infantry Fighting Vehicle (K-NIFV) as K21 Successor

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  • Lithuania purchased Leopard tanks amid Russia tensions

    April 3, 2024 0
    Lithuania, a NATO member with Russia on its doorstep, is acquiring tanks for the first time in its history. Lithuania will purchase Leopard 2 tanks from GermanyDateJune 25, 2024Lithuania to buy Leopard tanks in record [...]
  • Germany allows Poland to export 24 MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine

    April 14, 2023 0
    Germany has approved Poland’s request to export five old MiG-29 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s air power against the Russian invasion, the German defence ministry said on Thursday. France Offers Rafale Jets To Ukraine As [...]
  • Ukraine Received F-16 From Netherlands, Mirage 2000 From France

    February 8, 2025 0
    Ukraine said on Thursday it had received the first batch of French Mirage 2000 fighter jets and U.S.-made F-16 fighters from the Netherlands, as European allies seek to strengthen Kyiv’s hand in its war with [...]
  • Ukraine Unveils Cutting-edge Laser Weapons That Can Take Down Russian Jets

    December 19, 2024 0
    Ukraine has developed a cutting-edge laser weapon that is ready to shoot down Russian jets, a military commander has revealed. Ukraine confirms use of laser weapons against Russian forcesDateFebruary 7, 2025UK laser weapon could be [...]
  • American-made Strykers armored vehicles help Ukraine achieve breakthrough in the Kursk region

    August 20, 2024 0
    According to defense industry analyst and consultant Nicholas Drummond, U.S.-donated Stryker armored vehicles have played a pivotal role in Ukraine’s ongoing military operations in the Kursk region. Writing on X, Drummond highlighted the effectiveness of [...]
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. […]

  • Europe

    Protests Erupted In Armenia After Land Ceded To Azerbaijan

  • Europe

    Liz Truss and Boris Johnson urge Prime Minister Sunak to send F-35 or Eurofighter Typhoon to Ukraine

  • Europe

    British Type 31 Frigate Passes Critical Design Phase

  • South Asia

    US military buildup in Bangladesh’s strategic Chittagong region will strengthen Bangladesh military.

  • Europe

    Kazakhstan Suspends Arms Exports Amid Sanctions On Russia

  • Middle East

    U.S. Navy’s SEAL team rescues second pilot downed in Iran, Trump confirms.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia started manufacturing Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missiles for HIMARS.

  • C4iSR

    Pakistan’s ISI and Bangladesh’s DGFI covertly cooperate with Israeli Mossad and purchase technologies from Israeli tech firms.

  • Middle East

    SyAAF MiG-29-fleet is in bad shape, as obvious from the recent crash of MiG-29

  • Europe

    Putin’s War In Ukraine Hurting Chinese And Indian Military Supplies

  • Europe

    Kadyrov’s feud with the Kremlin will lead him to the same fate as Yevgeny Prigozhin

  • Europe

    Ruble Crashed: International Sanctions Hit Putin’s Face With A Big Slap

  • Defense Industry

    France’s Safran to buy sea drone maker Exail Technologies.

  • Air Platform

    Tactical Heron eyes manoeuvring forces, awaits launch customer

  • C4iSR

    Ukrainian troops blow up Russian Krasukha-4 electronic warfare system

  • Naval Platforms

    South Korean LIG Nex1 Unveils Sea Sword USV

  • Europe

    4,000 ‘Russian Legion’ Volunteers Fighting For Ukraine Plans To Topple Putin In Russia

  • Americas

    The US Navy Commissioned It’s Last Virginia-class Block III Submarine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    U.S. State Department Approves 30 HIMARS Rocket Artillery For Australia

  • Infantry Weapons

    The Spyder Medium/Long-Rang Air Defense System

  • Naval Platforms

    Indonesia ordered two Iver Huitfeldt class frigates from Danish Odense Maritime

  • Europe

    Russian army so degraded that it will not recover in centuries, U.S. army veteran says

  • Air Platform

    China’s J-20 and J-35A Fighter Jets Are Far From Stealth Jets

  • Africa

    Kyrgyzstan And Angola Are The Latest Countries To Buy Bayraktar TB2 Drones From Turkey

  • Air Platform

    Russia Running Out Of Drone Warfare Options As Its Iranian-made Shahed-136 Drones Riddled With Defects

  • Middle East

    Big Win For Iran As Saudi Arabia, Israel Peace Deal Put On Shelf Despite Lucrative Offers From America To Saudis

  • C4iSR

    Saab receives orders for Arexis EW system for German Eurofighter Typhoon.

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s kamikaze drones hit Russia’s Chkalovsky air base near Moscow

  • Middle East

    U.S. and Israel destroyed the Iranian Navy’s 20 warships, 1 aircraft carrier, 2 submarines and all naval bases.

  • Europe

    Ukrainian forces breakthrough toughest Russian barriers in Berdiansk

  • Air Platform

    Australian KC-30A Airborne Tanker Refuelled Japanese F-2 Fighter Jets in an Interoperability Trials.

  • Europe

    Royal Navy To Upgrade Tomahawk Cruise Missile To Block V Standard

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Israeli Firm Purchases German Factory from Volkswagen to Build Iron Dome Parts.

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine shot down Russian Su-34 fighter bomber over Kursk region

  • Middle East

    Netanyahu tells Israel ‘We are at war’ after Hamas fired 5000 rockets at Israel

  • Europe

    Swedish Air Force seeking new basic training aircraft

  • Air Platform

    Brazil plans to double fighter jets fleet by procuring cutting-edge F-39E Gripen jets

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s kamikaze drone struck Russia’s Iskander ballistic missile manufacturing factory.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Japan’s Soryu-class Submarine Collides With Commercial Ship

  • Americas

    Canada to purchase Australian-made over-the-horizon radar JORN system, ditching American Raytheon

  • Air Platform

    Taiwan’s F-16 Fighter Jet Locks on China’s J-15 as Chinese Pilot Desperately Tries to Escape Sidewinder’s Locks

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Myanmar Policemen Seek Refuge In India As Tatmadaw Crackdowns Protesters

  • Air Platform

    Dassault Aviation to build stealth loyal wingman for Rafale F5 fighter jet

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Egypt Wants More Meteor And Scalp Missiles For Its Rafale

  • Air Platform

    Turkey to use domestically develop TF-6000 turbofan engine for KAAN fighter jet

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Shot Down Russian Mi-35M Hind Attack Helicopter In Donetsk Region

  • Ballistic Missile

    Turkish Roketsan Unveils Air-to-air and Ground-to-ground Missiles.

  • Air Platform

    US Air Force Successfully Tests Skyborg Drone

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Myanmar rebels seized key town in major defeat for junta forces

  • Anti-air Missiles

    David Sling, Arrow and Iron Dome: Israel Intercepts 400 Iranian Ballistic Missiles

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