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  • [ February 21, 2026 ] Japan to manufacture long-range precision fire artillery rocket. East Asia and Pacific Region
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Naval Platforms

Boeing trials ski jump launches of Super Hornet for Indian Navy

August 22, 2020 GDC 0

In an effort to win a contract from Indian Navy, Boeing has been flying an F/A-18E/F Super Hornet off a ground-based ski jump at Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland. This is part of a demonstration […]

Industry

Boeing wants to certify Super Hornet for ski-jump operations

February 14, 2020 GDC 0

The Boeing wants to test and certify F/A-18 Super Hornet for ski-jump operations during the first quarter of 2020 before it can make a pitch for the Indian Navy. The Indian Navy has elected to […]

  • Australia Joins SAR Mission For Missing Indonesian Submarine

    April 24, 2021 0
    A string of countries including Australia is continuing to assist Indonesian authorities in their search for a missing submarine and its 53 inhabitants,whose prospects of being found alive are running thin.  Indonesian Navy Loses Contact [...]
  • Royal Navy Built Carrier Strike Groups

    October 4, 2020 0
    Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth will soon sail with a task group of nine vessels, including a nuclear submarine. HMS Queen Elizabeth Leads Carrier Groups Of Royal NavyDateApril 29, 2021HMS Queen Elizabeth Projects Power In [...]
  • Thailand To Upgrade Gripen C/D To MS20 Standard

    March 4, 2021 0
    The Royal Thai Air Force’s (RTAF’s) Directorate of Aeronautical Engineering (DAE) has awarded a contract for the upgrade of the service’s 11 Saab JAS 39 Gripen C/D multirole combat aircraft to the latest MS20 standard, reported [...]
  • Ukraine Launches American-made ADM-160 MALD Decoy To Deplete Russian Air Defense Systems

    May 14, 2023 0
    Pro-Kremlin media reported that Ukraine launched two cruise missiles at Russian-occupied Luhansk on Friday, May 12th. The Miniature Air-Launched Decoy (MALD): An Antidote to S-400 Triumf (SA-21 Growler)DateNovember 4, 2018Raytheon to manufacture MALD-N for the US [...]
  • Bundeswehr Selected HK416A7 Rifles For German Commandos

    January 4, 2021 0
    German Bundeswehr office for defense procurement informed on October 2020, that an H&K HK416A7 carbine was chosen for the German commandos. The choice is a part of Sturmgewehr Speziakräfte program. A general order from the [...]
  • Israel Approves Sending Blue Spear Anti-ship Missile And Spike NLOS To Ukraine By Estonia

    May 5, 2022 0
    Israel will send Ukraine helmets and bulletproof vests for medical teams and first responders, Minister of Defense Benny Gantz told his Ukrainian counterpart on Tuesday. Ukraine Formally Requests To Buy Israeli Iron Dome Anti-air MissilesDateOctober [...]
East Asia and Pacific Region

Japan to manufacture long-range precision fire artillery rocket.

February 21, 2026 0

As Japan increases the range of its munitions to counter regional threats, the ability to launch them from different systems to maximize flexibility is becoming an important factor in deciding which weapons to field. While […]

Americas

U.S. Army Purchases Top-attack Terrain-shapping XM204 Munitions.

February 18, 2026 0

The U.S. Army has approved an Urgent Materiel Release for the XM204 top-attack terrain-shaping munition, accelerating its deployment to Europe, according to service information published January 12, 2026. The move reflects growing concern about near-peer […]

Europe

Ukraine unveils latest 2S22 Bohdana 155mm self-propelled howitzer.

February 11, 2026 0

Ukraine’s defense industry displayed the latest version of its 2S22 Bohdana 155 mm self-propelled howitzer at the World Defense Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia. The debut signals Ukraine’s push to position a combat-proven artillery system […]

Africa

Turkey and Egypt Sign Major Defense Cooperation Agreement on 155mm Ammo and Missile Production.

February 8, 2026 0

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Europe

Aselsan and Excalibur jointly produced Korkut air defense system.

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Europe

Hanwha Aerospace Awarded Contract to Produce Long-range K239 Chunmoo Rockets to Norway.

January 29, 2026 0

Hanwha Aerospace Co. has secured an estimated $1.9 billion project to supply long-range rockets to Norway, with the official contract expected to be signed this week, informed industry sources said Wednesday. The contract is widely […]

  • Europe

    Biden Administration Announced New Military Aid To Ukraine, Included HIMARS, Patriot Missile and Howitzers

  • Europe

    Sweden moves to fortify strategic Gotland Island, which is a prime target for Putin

  • South Asia

    The Indian Air Force received first Rafale Omnirole Fighter Jet

  • Europe

    Historic first: Ukraine’s ‘sea baby’ drone blew up Russia’s kilo-class submarine in the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.

  • Air Platform

    Ukrainian Border Guards Shot Down Su-34 Fighter-bomber In Bakhmut

  • 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

    Finland Prepares to Receive Its First F-35A Stealth Jets.

  • Defense Industry

    Spanish Navantia Shortlisted To Build Three Frigates For Polish Navy

  • Americas

    Lockheed Martin Awarded $10.8 Billion Contract To Upgrade F-22 Raptor

  • Middle East

    UAE Stops Issuing Visas for 11 Muslim Countries, But Continues to Welcome Israelis

  • Uncategorized

    Boeing Awarded $3.1 Billion Contract To Produce KC-46A Tankers For Israeli And U.S. Air Force

  • Europe

    Leaked audio calls revealed Russia suffered huge losses in Kharkiv offensives, 83th airborne brigade and 350 armored vehicles wiped out

  • Europe

    U.S. Delivered 31 M1 Abrams Tanks In Germany To Train Ukrainian Troops

  • Defense Industry

    Turkish Rocketsan added 30 high-tech products to its sales portfolio

  • Europe

    Russian saboteurs targeting Russian oil refinery to stop Putin’s war in Ukraine

  • Air Platform

    President Trump Touts ‘F-55’ Fighter: A Twin-Engined F-35 for the Air Force

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Iran announces development of new hypersonic glide vehicle

  • C4iSR

    Here’s Why, The Russian Kalibr Cruise Missiles Hitting The Beach Toilet, And Pilots Are Using Garmin Gps Navigator?

  • Europe

    Ukraine Used Bayraktar TB2 Drone To Strike In Donbass

  • Europe

    Serbia Stockpiles Drones Amid Kosovo Tensions

  • Europe

    The UK to Send Harpoon Anti-ship Missiles to Ukraine

  • Europe

    TEKEVER Signs Maritime Surveillance Contract with European Maritime Safety Agency

  • C4iSR

    Australia Establishes Defense Space Command

  • Air Platform

    Dassault CEO Frustrated With Airbus Over FCAS Delays

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s kamikaze drones destroyed Russia’s Taneco oil refinery shutting down oil production

  • Air Platform

    Turkey Unveils Prototype KAAN Fighter Jet.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Hanwha Ocean Showcases FFX Batch II For Royal Australian Navy’s SEA 3000 Requirements

  • Middle East

    F-35 deal with UAE will benefit Israeli Defense Industries

  • Middle East

    Aselsan Awarded Contract to Supply SARP RWS to Bahrain

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Russia and China Aided North Korea to Float Nuclear-powered Submarine

  • Americas

    US Air Force withdraws height restrictions for applicants

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    France will supply AASM Hammer precision bombs to Ukraine

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s Modified Neptune Cruise Missiles Can Hit Target At 400km Range

  • Land Platform

    Pandur II 6×6 and 8×8 Wheeled Armoured Personnel Carrier

  • Anti-air Missiles

    France and Italy To Deliver High-tech SAMP/T Anti-air Missiles To Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Hanwha Systems inked a contract to produce maritime surveillance drone worth $352.8 million

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia slaps sanctions on Myanmar military ruler and Iranian military officials

  • Defense Industry

    France surpassed Russia as the second largest arms exporter

  • Infantry Weapons

    Israel Completes Tests of Upgraded Iron Dome Missile System

  • Europe

    Kongsberg’s NASAMS To Play Pivotal Role Defending Kyiv From Kalibr Cruise Missile Attacks

  • Air Platform

    Saab delivers aft section of T-7A trainer for testing

  • Europe

    Ukraine attacks Moscow in one of largest ever drone strikes on Russian capital as Russia shut down airspace

  • Europe

    Germany Purchases Eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian Maritime Patrol and Anti-submarine Warfare Drone.

  • C4iSR

    Poland Purchases Four Spy Satellites to Boost Space Defense

  • Europe

    Turkey unveils stealthy Anka-3 drone demonstrator

  • Air Platform

    Italian Leonardo Converts Lineage 1000 Into MPA For Pakistan Navy

  • C4iSR

    Raytheon Offers Intelligent Platform For RoKAF ISTAR Requirement

  • Europe

    Ukrainian forces breakthrough toughest Russian barriers in Berdiansk

  • Air Platform

    TAI T625 Gökbey will fly with a local engine

  • Air Platform

    Airbus Unveils French Army’s NH90 Caïman Special Operations Helicopter Prototype

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