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Counter-drone System

Ukraine’s Interceptor Drones Hunt Russia’s Shahed Drone on Autopilot.

June 10, 2026 GDC 0

Ukraine has crossed a significant threshold in its air defense campaign against Russian drone attacks: an autonomous interceptor drone that can hunt down and destroy Shahed loitering munitions with minimal human input has now completed […]

Europe

Russian Shahed drones are beginning to fall apart midair as quality worsens.

April 23, 2026 GDC 0

Ukrainian military footage shows intercepted Russian Shahed drones arriving with detached access panels, bent wingtips, and missing nose fairings, indicating systemic assembly failures. Russia’s Alabuga drone factory in Tatarstan employs unskilled migrant workers, relies on […]

Infantry Weapons

The U.S. Deploys Iranian Shahed-136 Replica LUCAS Drone in the Middle East.

January 27, 2026 GDC 0

Russia’s version of Iran’s fast, cheap Shahed attack drones have been wreaking havoc during the Ukraine conflict, saturating the skies nearly every night and terrorising civilians. Highly adaptive and hard to intercept, the United States […]

Europe

Russia moves towards quantity rather than quality amid mass production of military equipment

December 27, 2024 GDC 0

Ukrainian military experts have observed a noticeable decline in the quality of Russian weaponry deployed during ongoing attacks against Ukraine. Despite Russia’s efforts to adapt its arsenal to the demands of modern warfare, including the […]

Europe

Ukraine’s kamikaze drone strikes destroyed Russia’s depot storing 400 Shahed-136 drones

October 11, 2024 GDC 0

Ukraine said last Wednesday its forces had destroyed a military facility storing hundreds of attack drones in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region. Social media videos purported to have been taken in the region showed a giant […]

Air Platform

Russia’s Shahed-136 Factory Attacked By CESSNA Light Plane Converted Into A Drone

April 3, 2024 GDC 0

Dramatic footage shows the moment a suspected Ukrainian CESSNA plane explodes as it is targeted at a Russian plant assembling Iranian Shahed drones used in the war. There was a huge blast and fireball near […]

Europe

Ukrainian kamikaze drone destroyed Russian factory manufacturing Shahed-136 kamikaze drones

April 2, 2024 GDC 0

Drones struck industrial targets producing Shahed-136 drones in Russia’s Tatarstan Region. The press service of the Alabuga special economic zone said that one of its dormitories was damaged in the attack and two people were […]

Europe

Ukrainian Hackers breached the Russian defense industrial complex and exposed data on Iranian drones sold to Russia

March 22, 2024 GDC 0

The Prana Network hacking group has exposed critical data about the production and pricing of Shahed-136 drones intended for Russia. According to Militarnyi news agency, which analyzes the data, this breach sheds light on the […]

Europe

Ukrainian Troops Captured Unexploded Iranian-made Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drones

March 10, 2024 GDC 0

Ukrainian soldiers have found an almost fully intact Shahed-136, a kamikaze-type drone that is used by the Russian military for conducting strikes on critical infrastructure and civilian targets. This well-preserved drone was found in a […]

Europe

Russia unveils Shahed-136 kamikaze drone production line for the first time

March 7, 2024 GDC 0

Russia has publicly showcased its assembly line for Shahed type suicide drones, marking the first time such a production facility has been revealed. Images released showing the assembly stage of the drones’ gliders without their […]

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  • Fincantieri, Naval Group, Navantia Submit European Multirole Patrol Corvette Proposal

    December 18, 2021 0
    A consortium led by Eurpean naval shipbuilding firms – Fincantieri, Naval Group and Navantia and coordinated by Naviris submitted on December 9th an industrial proposal related to the Modular Multirole Patrol Corvette (MMPC) call of [...]
  • DW News Exposes Cover Up Of Illegal Torture, Extra-judicial Killings And Disappearance Of Citizens By Bangladeshi DGFI And RAB

    February 12, 2021 0
    Bangladesh has often been criticized for its human rights record. Its reputation received another jolt this month with allegations of high-level corruption. What’s the government’s reaction? It was described as an “explosive investigation.” Newly-published research by media [...]
  • Aeon tests Zeus low-cost alternative to Javelin anti-tank missile.

    March 26, 2026 0
    Aeon conducted a test launch of its new Zeus shoulder-fired missile system at a ranch in East Texas, according to Rochefort Ventures CEO Kyle Bass, who announced the milestone on Friday. Ukrainian drones to get [...]
  • COVID-19 Has No Effect On PLA Navy’s Type 003 Aircraft Carrier Construction

    June 17, 2021 0
    Recent commercial satellite imagery reveals that China has made substantial progress in the construction of its third aircraft carrier, commonly known as the Type 003. The vessel is slated to become the largest surface combatant [...]
  • Ukraine is developing a new supersonic missile, Bliskavka (“Lightning”)

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  • Ukraine’s forces blow up Russia’s modernized T-90MS tank

    February 3, 2024 0
    Russia reportedly lost another T-90MS in Ukraine, its most advanced tank in service. Ukrainian forces blow up Russian T-90MS battle tankDateOctober 12, 2023Ukrainian drone blows up Russia’s most advanced T-90MS tankDateMay 29, 2023Ukraine’s $500 FPV drone destroyed [...]
East Asia and Pacific Region

Taiwan ATACMS deal expands island’s long-range strike power.

July 19, 2026 0

The U.S. Army handed Lockheed Martin roughly $439 million to begin building the Army Tactical Missile System, known as ATACMS, along with the launcher hardware needed to fire it, and once the two sides finish […]

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 […]

  • Europe

    China delivers a batch of Desertcross 1000 all-terrain vehicles to Russia

  • Europe

    Ukraine received new batch of TB2 drones from Turkey

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Indonesia Debuts Autonomous Submarine Armed With Six Torpedoes

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia unveiled $36.8 billion defense budget for 2024 fiscal year

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Kills Russia’s $19 Million Mi-28N Helicopter With $400 FPV Drone.

  • Africa

    China exports first HJ-12 ATGM to Nigeria

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Raytheon AGM-65 Maverick Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)

  • Cyber

    Danish Navy Seized Chinese Bulk Carrier Yi Peng For Sabotaging German, Swedish and Finnish Submarine Cables

  • Americas

    U.S. Navy Requests $65.8 Billion to Build 34 Warships Boosting Naval Warfare Capability in the Indo-Pacific.

  • Middle East

    Syrian Crisis Could Provide Lifeline For Ukraine if Putin Wants to Save Assad Regime, Putin Gives Up on Ally Like He Gave Up on Armenia

  • Air Platform

    EaglePicher to Develop New Battery For Gripen E Combat Jet

  • Europe

    Ukrainian troops destroyed a column of Russian T-90MS tanks

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Indonesian Navy Inaugurates Landing Ship Tank

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

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

  • Air Platform

    China’s long-range Xian H-20 stealth bomber could make its debut at Zhuhai air show

  • Europe

    German Aerospace Employee Union Warns Government About Buying Super Hornet

  • Naval Platforms

    Damen’s Leading Role In German MKS-180 Frigate Programme

  • Air Platform

    Tajikistan Strikes Kyrgyzstan’s Truck-mounted Anti-air System With Bayraktar TB2

  • Cruise Missiles

    US State Department approves the sale of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Germany.

  • Middle East

    Israeli IAI and Rafael compete over defense industry know-how and control over markets.

  • Europe

    Ukraine laid foundations for greater air and sea drones warfare against Russia

  • Africa

    Pakistan Delivers Three JF-17 Thunder To Nigeria

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia Day: Lieutenant Colonel Meng Wang of Australian Army’s Aviation Command Received Conspicuous Service Medal

  • Americas

    HII Started Building Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129)

  • Americas

    US Air Force tests safer ejection system for new T-7A trainer jet

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine’s 47th army brigade downed seventh Ka-52 helicopter in a week using RBS-70 MANPAD

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea Conducts Second SLBM Test from KSS-III Submarine

  • Air Platform

    What are the India Specific Enhancements In Indian Air Force’s Rafale

  • Europe

    Roketsan unveils Turkish-first 1000 km range CENK ballistic missiles

  • Middle East

    Israeli F-16 Successfully Jammed Russian-made S-300 SAM of Syrian Army

  • Middle East

    IRGC says Iran will hit Saudi, Qatari, Emirati and Kuwaiti power plants and water desalination plants as Saudi Arabia prepares strike packages against Iran.

  • Air Platform

    China Debuts MH-60R Copycat Z-20 Anti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter

  • Americas

    Raytheon to supply Patriot Missile Defense System to Bahrain

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan cleared to upgrade Patriot Missile Defense System to PAC3 Level

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    South Korea To Boost Defense Exports

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh Air Guard’s F-7BG Crashed in West Bengal, India: Report PTI

  • Air Platform

    The Philosophy Behind the Fighter Jet Design

  • Americas

    Canada Demands that South Korea Build an Auto Plant in Canada for the Purchase of the KSS-III Submarine.

  • Americas

    President Trump Asks Pentagon to Build Golden Dome Missile Defense System for Entire America

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    U.S. Navy’s Submarine Tender To Support AUKUS Pilar 1

  • Middle East

    Canada to export LAV 700 Armored Vehicles to Saudi Arabia

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    President Trump to oversee Cambodia-Thai peace deal at ASEAN summit.

  • Air Platform

    Boeing Awarded Contract To Produce Additional Super Hornet Block III For US Navy

  • Europe

    Ukrainian HIMARS Strike Blows Up Russian ‘Command Center’ in Kherson

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Turkish Siper Long-range Anti-air Missile System Completes Final Trial

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Indonesian PT PAL Signs Contract With MBDA to Upgrade Bung Tomo Class Warship

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Iran Facing Major Crisis With Its Air Defense System That Failed To Deter Israeli Attacks

  • Europe

    Germany delivers 200 Zetros high-mobility military trucks to Ukraine

  • Land Platform

    Turkey Sold Minesweepers to Azerbaijan

  • Americas

    US Navy’s JPALS landing system reaches initial operational capability

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