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US Approves Possible Sale of 1,000 TOW Missiles to Saudi Arabia

December 6, 2024 GDC 0

The US State Department has approved Saudi Arabia’s request to potentially acquire over 1,000 TOW missiles at an estimated cost of $440 million. The Kingdom intends to acquire 507 TOW 2A missiles and 507 TOW […]

Middle East

Saudi Arabia’s National Security Challenges, Palestinian Statehood, Iran Threats, Cozying Up With Israel

December 5, 2024 GDC 0

The relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Israel has long been shaped by a delicate interplay of ideology, geopolitics, and pragmatism. While the two nations have never engaged in direct […]

Anti-air Missiles

Saudi Arabia Purchased $15 Billion THAAD Anti-ballistic Missile System

November 20, 2024 GDC 0

The U.S. Department of Defense said in a release that Lockheed Martin was awarded an almost $1.5 billion modification to an earlier contract to supply Terminal High Altitude Area Defense Interceptor support items for Saudi […]

Anti-air Missiles

Saudi Arabia and UAE’s Obsession With Anti-air System Driven By Anti-Iran Anxiety

November 15, 2024 GDC 0

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Middle East

Saudi Arabia and Iraq Sign Security Pact to Enhance Security Cooperation

November 12, 2024 GDC 0

The defense ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iraq have met in Riyadh to sign a military agreement following discussions on security and cooperation amid increasing tensions. The pact outlines “plans for joint training exercises between […]

Anti-air Missiles

Saudi Arabia’s Weird Purchases of Disintegrated East-West Air Defense Systems to Counter Modern Threats

November 4, 2024 GDC 0

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Middle East

Israeli-Sunni Arab Alliance: the eight Arab states openly deal with Israel

November 3, 2024 GDC 0

Most Arab states are quick to deny any official or covert ties with Israel, but were unable to keep the lid on their dealings with Tel Aviv for too long. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu […]

Air Platform

Saudi Arabia to purchase 100 Turkish KAAN fifth-generation fighter jets

October 16, 2024 GDC 0

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Middle East

US Marines conduct long-range convoys throughout Saudi Arabia

September 2, 2024 GDC 0

The US Marine Corps Forces recently conducted a long-range convoy throughout the expanse of Saudi Arabia. The convoy, part of Exercise Native Fury 24, saw collaboration between US Marines and Sailors alongside Army Soldiers and […]

Europe

German Arms Export Reaches $8.01 Billion, 30% Growth In Six Months

July 1, 2024 GDC 0

Russia’s war in Ukraine and increased sales to Saudi Arabia helped German arms exports to reach $8.01 billion in the first half of the year. Arms exports from Germany rose 30% in the first six […]

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  • Surging rocket motor demand drives the Pentagon to buy from upstart Ursa Major

    May 23, 2024 0
    Desperate to address surging demand for solid fuel rocket engines, the Pentagon is close to giving a contract for new motors to the untested, privately held startup Ursa Major, according to two sources familiar with [...]
  • Sikorsky delivers first batch of S-70i helicopters to Philippines

    November 11, 2020 0
    The first five of 16 Sikorsky S-70i Black Hawk helicopters ordered for the Philippine Air Force (PAF) in 2019 have arrived at Clark Air Base, north of Manila. Philippines To Buy 32 Sikorsky S-70i Black [...]
  • The AUKUS will turn into JAUKUS after Japanese admission to the security pact

    April 9, 2024 0
    According to information published by City AM on April 7, 2024, the AUKUS pact, a trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, initially focused on enhancing undersea and nuclear capabilities, [...]
  • Hidden Truth: Rape, Violence and Brutality in the Chittagong Hill Tracts by Bangladesh Military

    February 29, 2020 0
    Bangladesh is home to more than 54 indigenous peoples speaking more than 35 languages. Bangladesh has not adopted the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and the economic and political rights of the [...]
  • Poland signs deal to buy more Chunmoo multiple-rocket launchers

    July 26, 2024 0
    Hanwha Aerospace, South Korea’s largest defense company, has solidified its partnership with the Polish Armaments Agency through a significant executive contract. Hanwha Defense Delivers K239 Chunmoo Rocket Launchers to PolandDateOctober 5, 2023Hanwha Defense Delivers K239 [...]
  • Ukraine’s HIMARS strikes killed Russian navy’s deputy commander Mikhail Gudkov

    July 4, 2025 0
    The deputy head of the Russian navy, Mikhail Gudkov, has been killed in Russia’s Kursk region, the country’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed. He is one of the most senior Russian commanders to have been [...]
East Asia and Pacific Region

North Korea Delivers First Tranche of 140mm Towed Mortars to Russian Army

June 5, 2025 0

North Korean 140mm towed mortars have been spotted in use by Russian forces, adding to a growing list of foreign-supplied weaponry now deployed in Moscow’s war effort. The new mortar has a maximum range of […]

Europe

CZ Group Unveils BREN 3 Assault Rifles at IDET 2025 in Brno

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Europe

British Army Tests Lighter Javelin Missile Launch System at Record Range of 4km

May 28, 2025 0

The British Army has test-fired the latest Javelin command launch unit at a record range of 4 kilometers (2.48 miles). The record shot at Salisbury Plains demonstrated the Javelin’s Lightweight Command Launch Unit’s (LWCLU) enhanced […]

Central Asia

Kazakhstan started building new artillery ammunitions plant

May 26, 2025 0

Kazakhstan has launched the construction phase of a new industrial facility for the production of artillery ammunition in cooperation with a partner from Singapore. The upcoming plant will manufacture 122mm, 152mm, and 155mm caliber artillery […]

Europe

British startup unveils new high-speed ramjet artillery round

May 25, 2025 0

A British defense startup has unveiled a new ramjet-powered artillery round designed to deliver long-range precision effects in future combat environments. Tiberius Aerospace, founded in 2022 and rooted in Silicon Valley practices, introduced its flagship […]

Infantry Weapons

India fields Swedish-made Carl-Gustaf M4 launcher ditching locally-made Nag Mk-2 ATGM

May 25, 2025 0

The Indian Army has begun fielding the Carl-Gustaf M4 recoilless rifle. The deployment follows Saab FFVO India Pvt Ltd, a fully foreign-owned subsidiary of Saab AB, establishing a new production facility in India. According to […]

  • Europe

    Putin’s phobia: fear of flying and being poisoned, Vladimir Putin remains very anxious after Ukraine shot down IL-22 command post and Beriev A-50, IL-96-300PU presidential plane proved unreliable

  • Naval Platforms

    Indian Navy Commissions Third Kalvari-Class Submarine

  • Europe

    Wagner mercenary boss says Ukraine makes gains in Bakhmut; Kyiv says counteroffensive yet to begin

  • C4iSR

    Ukraine’s electronic warfare systems in focus

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine’s kamikaze drones destroyed Russia’s Tu-22M bombers 1770 km deep inside Russia

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Luerssen Australia Continues To Strengthen Sovereign Supply Chain In Australia

  • Europe

    Russian soldiers blew themselves up for careless handling of howitzer’s ammo, 70 servicemen killed

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine shot down two Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopters using RBS-70 MANPAD

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    North Korea Fires Two Ballistic Missiles

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Israeli F-16 destroyed Iranian-made Bavar-373 anti-aircraft battery in Syria using HARM anti-radiation missiles

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Japan’s Soryu-class Submarine Collides With Commercial Ship

  • C4iSR

    CAPTAS 4 Sonar Suite

  • Naval Weapons

    BrahMos ER Failed To Launch During A Test

  • Anti-ship Missile

    Russia Deploys Bastion Anti-ship Missiles In Occupied Kuril Island

  • Europe

    Turkey to manufacture Ejder Yalçın 4X4 tactical wheeled armored vehicle in Hungary

  • Europe

    Russian Soldiers Killed Their Commander In A Mutiny, Report

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Engine Problems: How China Was Coerced Into Buying Su-35 And S-400

  • Europe

    Russian Cargo Ships Stealing Grains From Ukrainian Port

  • Anti-air Missiles

    South Korea Showcases New Medium Range L-SAM Missile Interceptor

  • Air Platform

    Russian Air Force has grounded half the Il-76 planes due to maintenance issues

  • South Asia

    An Afghan Hero Pilot Who Killed More Taliban Than Any Other Pilots Now Under US Protection

  • C4iSR

    Saab Successfully Conducted Flight Test Of Fourth GlobalEye AEW&C

  • Central Asia

    Russia’s failure to defend CSTO member Armenia forced Kazakhstan to turn to the West for strategic needs, Chinese media reported

  • Europe

    Ex-Russian Commander Igor Girkin Admits Ukraine Successfully Repelling Putin’s Troops

  • Europe

    Germany Sold 1.6 Billion Euros Arms To Arab Countries In 2020

  • Americas

    U.S. DSCA To Amend Upfront Payment Condition For Cash-strapped Partners

  • Air Platform

    Germany Agrees To Sale Eurofighter Typhoon, Tanks And Missiles To Turkey But Wants Guarantee On How Turkey Use Them

  • Europe

    U.S.-made HIMARS Destroys Russian Ammunition Depot And Warehouse In Kakhovka

  • Air Platform

    Royal Navy Trials Drone Launching From HMS Prince of Wales Aircraft Carrier

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australian government launches strategic review into the Australian defense forces

  • Air Platform

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

  • Europe

    Swedish Armed Forces Will Grow by 27,000 Men and Women

  • Land Platform

    Indian Army Buys 118 Arjun MK1A Main Battle Tanks

  • Air Platform

    Boeing rolls out Super Hornet Block III for US Navy

  • Europe

    British-supplied Challenger 2 main battle tanks smashed through Russian frontline in Kursk region

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    The RAAF to procure MQ-4C Triton UAV

  • South Asia

    Narendra Modi Accused U.S. State Department of Deep State Following Adani Corruption Case and Appointment of Sikh Woman Harmeet Dhillon

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh replaces director general of infamous military intelligence agency DGFI for abduction, torture and disappearance of thousands of political prisoners

  • Infantry Weapons

    Raytheon wins $314 million contract to enhance Patriot Missile Defense System

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Austal, Civmec and Navantia partnered to offer Tasman-class Corvette for Royal Australian Navy

  • Africa

    Morocco to receive first batch of F-16V in 2021

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea To Boost Defense Exports

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    UK becomes first country delivering long-range Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    South Korea’s first homegrown fighter jet completes test flight

  • Air Platform

    Ukrainian Air Force To Receive 60 F-16 Block 50 From NATO Partners

  • Air Platform

    Indian Air Force Stand Up Second Tejas Squadron

  • Air Platform

    Saab Gripen Achieved Final Operational Capability With The Brazilian Air Force

  • Naval Platforms

    Russian Akula-class submarine powered by tugboat!

  • Uncategorized

    HMS Prince of Wales Assumes Flagship Role of NATO Maritime Force

  • Middle East

    Saudi Arabia and Iraq Sign Security Pact to Enhance Security Cooperation

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