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  • [ July 8, 2026 ] Cheap Ukrainian drones are beating Russia’s billion-dollar S-400, S-300 and Pantsir air defense systems. Europe
  • [ July 8, 2026 ] Ukraine’s top strike-drone maker, Fire Point, moves into ballistic missile defence. Europe
  • [ July 8, 2026 ] Belgium will buy 10 NASAMS and 20 Skyranger anti-air system. Anti-air Missiles
  • [ July 8, 2026 ] Denmark will buy two P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft. Air Platform
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Russia’s Su-30 fighter jet crashed in Crimea due to engine explosion.

April 4, 2026 GDC 0

 A Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashed in Crimea during a scheduled training flight due to an engine explosion, with both crew members ejecting safely and later being recovered.     The incident adds to the documented […]

Europe

Ukraine’s long-range drone strikes destroyed Russia’s artic patrol boat.

March 28, 2026 GDC 0

Image showing the “Purga” arctic patrol vessel listing in port on March 25 following a strike. Her hull is leaning against Project 22011 Oceanographic research vessel “Vice-Admiral Burilichev”. Based on images published today, long-range Ukrainian […]

Anti-ship Missile

Ukraine destroys Bastion anti-ship launcher with Zircon missiles in Crimea.

March 27, 2026 GDC 0

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence Directorate (GUR) said March 24 that its forces destroyed a launcher from Russia’s Bastion coastal missile system in occupied Crimea during overnight strikes. The GUR said the system had been used to […]

Europe

Russia’s weekly personnel losses increased to 8,710, including North Korean losses.

March 26, 2026 GDC 0

Ukraine says Russian forces conducted 619 assaults between March 17 and 20, 2026, but failed to break defenses and were forced to regroup. Russian troops suffered more than 6,090 casualties during the four-day assault phase, […]

Cyber

Russia Shuts Down Internet to Prevent Drone Attacks and Limit Access to Independent Information.

March 23, 2026 GDC 0

In March 2026, Russia has significantly intensified its control over the internet, leading to widespread disruptions and partial shutdowns. While the Kremlin provides official security justifications, international observers and human rights groups point to a […]

Counter-drone System

Ukraine sends 201 military experts to counter Iranian drones in the Middle East.

March 21, 2026 GDC 0

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says Moscow and Tehran are ‘brothers in hatred’; claims Iran’s drones ‘contain Russian components’. More than 200 Ukrainian military experts are in the Gulf region and wider Middle East helping governments in […]

Americas

Pentagon wants Ukraine’s $2000 interceptor drones for the US Army.

March 21, 2026 GDC 0

Ukraine warned allied governments for years to prepare for a new kind of war, one in which cheap, mass-produced drones would overwhelm both the tactics and economics of traditional air defense. “You don’t have time,” […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

North Korea made $14.4 billion in revenue through troop deployments and military equipment exports to Russia.

March 18, 2026 GDC 0

North Korea may have generated as much as $14.4 billion in revenue through troop deployments and military equipment exports to Russia during the war in Ukraine, according to a report released March 13 by a […]

Anti-air Missiles

Ukraine’s FP-2 strike drone blows up Russia’s Pantsir-S1 anti-air missile.

March 17, 2026 GDC 0

Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian Pantsir-S1 air defense system near Melitopol after a long-range strike by a domestically produced FP-2 attack drone, Ukrainian officials said. The strike occurred near the village of Nove, several kilometers […]

Loitering Munitions

The U.S. and Gulf States want Ukraine’s Bullet and Sting interceptor drones.

March 17, 2026 GDC 0

As the war in the Middle East strains U.S. missile stocks, Ukraine is hoping it can turn a wartime innovation — low-cost interceptors designed to shoot down Russian attack drones — into geopolitical leverage. Now […]

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  • HII awarded contract to build nine new Arleigh Burke-class destroyers for U.S. Navy

    November 17, 2023 0
    General Dynamics Bath Iron Works and HII have been awarded multiyear procurement contracts to build nine Arleigh Burke-class destroyers for the U.S. Navy. U.S. Senate Cleared $4.9 Billion Funding For New Arleigh Burke-class DestroyersDateDecember 29, [...]
  • Elbit Systems Awarded $585 Million Contract to Produce Helmet Mounted Display for the US Navy.

    April 4, 2026 0
    The U.S. Navy awarded Collins Elbit Vision Systems a $585 million contract to produce Lot 18 and Lot 19 helmet-mounted display hardware for the F-35 fleet through July 2029. L3Harris, Elbit Systems Awarded $92 Million [...]
  • Saab offers GlobalEye AEW&C to Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

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  • Russia killed much-hyped Su-75 Checkmate single engine aircraft amid Western sanctions

    April 15, 2025 0
    Russia’s much-hyped Su-75 “Checkmate” single engine fighter project may never make it off the drawing board, as sanctions, shifting military priorities, and a lack of foreign interest stall its development. Unveiled in 2021 with fanfare [...]
  • Hungary’s Prime Minister Backs Sweden’s NATO Membership Bid, Removing Last Hurdle

    January 27, 2024 0
    Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban told NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg that his government supports Sweden’s membership bid, potentially removing the final hurdle to accession after months of fraught negotiations. Hungary’s parliament ratifies Sweden’s NATO membership [...]
  • U.S. Air Force Gets New S-400 Busting AARGM-ER Missiles

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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. […]

  • Defense Industry

    Poland Became The Largest HIMARS Operator In Europe, Placing $10 Billion Order

  • Ballistic Missile

    U.S. Approves $1.2 Billion ATACMS Sale To UAE

  • Europe

    Rheinmetall awarded contract to build ammunition plant in Lithuania

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia to Build Eight Nuclear Submarines Based on Virginia-class Block V

  • Europe

    Turkish Navy Commissions New SALVO Unmanned Surface Vessels.

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Inaccurate FAB-500 is the primary reason Russia lost so many aircraft in Ukraine war

  • Europe

    Turkey’s parliament has approved Sweden’s NATO membership bid

  • Europe

    Russia Fears Cross-border Raid By Ukrainian Special Forces; Kremlin Deploys Tank Regiments In Moscow After Drone Strikes

  • Air Platform

    Israeli Air Force destroys Mi-17 helicopter fleet near Iranian capital.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    The US State Department approves Apache AH-64E and AH-1Z Viper Helicopter For Philippines

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s Kamikaze Drones Destroyed Russia’s S-400 Missile Defense System in Crimea and Belgorod.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia to Fund $600 Million for Philippines Navy’s OPV

  • Air Platform

    Myanmar’s Rebels Shot Down Karakorum-8 (K-8) Ground-attack Jet

  • C4iSR

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

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh army officer arrested for alleged involvement in public unrest, militant training, and receiving instruction from the Indian RAW.

  • Central Asia

    CSTO member Armenia to normalize ties with Azerbaijan after defeat in Nagorno-Karabakh

  • Naval Platforms

    Iranian Navy Handed Over Auxiliary ship IRINS Bushehr to Sri Lanka, Fearing USS Minnesota.

  • Europe

    China deploys 200-ton aluminium hull low-tech type 22 boats in South China Sea

  • Air Platform

    Indonesia To Send Engineers To South Korea For KF-21 Participation

  • Middle East

    Israeli Strikes Killed Top Iranian Military Commanders and Scientists

  • Europe

    Major Explosion Rocks Russian Oil Depot In Long-Range Ukrainian Strike

  • Europe

    HIMARS Artillery Rocket Strikes Forced Russian To Retreat From Key Military Outposts Of Kherson

  • Europe

    Russian fighter plane crashed near Tver was shot down: Report

  • Air Platform

    Indian Air Force Cancels 12 Su-30MKI Orders, Amid Sanctions On Russia

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Gets French Mirage 2000 Fighter Jet Boost From NATO Ally

  • Europe

    Russia’s Su-25 Fighter Jet Crashed In Belgorod Due To Pilot Fatigue

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    India Purchases MQ-9B Predator Drones Worth $3 Billion

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    The AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM)

  • Europe

    Satellite photos show Russian helicopters destroyed in Crimea.

  • Africa

    Congo Rape Victim’s Children Want to Reunite With Bangladesh Army’s UN Peacekeepers.

  • C4iSR

    Sweden-based Lumibird Photonics Awarded Contract to Produce 57 VIDAR Laser Range Finder

  • Europe

    A luxurious mansion owned by Vladimir Putin in the Altai Republic mysteriously caught fire

  • Air Platform

    Lockheed Martin Awarded Contract To Upgrade Egyptian Apache Helicopters Sensors

  • Americas

    U.S. Army to upgrade Bradley infantry fighting vehicles Iron Fist APS

  • Americas

    Brazilian Navy Launched Second Scorpene-class Submarine

  • Europe

    Grim milestone: Russia passed 400,000 casualties in the Ukraine war

  • Africa

    Sudan’s RSF militants questions the efficacy of the Chinese FB-10A and FK-2000 missile system.

  • Naval Platforms

    LÜRSSEN Offshore Patrol Vessel – OPV 90

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Iran began transferring missile systems to Syria, preparing to strike Israel

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Ukraine’s desperate plea ‘give us the damn Patriots’. Patriot missile is the gold standard of all missile defense- Dmytro Kuleba

  • Middle East

    Fall of Assad Regime Huge Gain for Turkey and Israel, Big Blow to Iran and Russia

  • Air Platform

    Dassault Aviation Releases Photo Of First Rafale For Greece

  • Land Platform

    FNSS-PT Pindad Kaplan MT Medium Tank

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australian Army Launches New Aviation Command

  • Americas

    Maj. Gen. Doug Pearson Who Became First Person to Destroy A Satellite In Space Flying A F-15

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    New Zealand Special Air Service (SAS) – Who Dares Wins

  • Europe

    Russia’s Largest Tank Manufacturer Halts Tank Production and Repair, Amid Crippling Sanctions

  • Americas

    Argentina selected South Korean FA-50 as the Interim Fighter Aircraft

  • Anti-air Missiles

    Turkish Aselsan Unveils New Anti-air Missile And Gun System

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China Copies American C-RAM And Produces LD-3000 CIWS System

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