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  • [ July 3, 2026 ] Paranoid Putin Increases Personal Security Detail to Over 800 FSO Officers and Bans Mobile Phones. Europe
  • [ July 3, 2026 ] Russia announced the Ka-52 Alligator is the most lost helicopter in the Ukraine war. Air Platform
  • [ July 3, 2026 ] Israel successfully tests upgraded Iron Dome, integrates high-power laser in advanced air defense trials. Direct-energy Weapons
  • [ July 3, 2026 ] China secretly trained Russian troops to fight against Ukraine. East Asia and Pacific Region
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Canada Considers Purchasing 72 Gripen E/F and 72 F-35A for Its Air Force.

June 9, 2026 GDC 0

The Canadian federal government is evaluating a major procurement proposal to expand its planned fighter inventory into a mixed fleet of approximately 140 aircraft. The strategic initiative considers pairing 72 to 88 American-made Lockheed Martin […]

Middle East

Israeli Air Strikes Killed IRGC Chief Devil Ahmad Vahidi and Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran.

June 9, 2026 GDC 0

The claims, starting around 5 a.m. UTC, came from pro-Israel accounts and Iranian opposition sources, often stamped with ‘ELIMINATED’ over Vahidi’s photo. Social media and Iranian opposition channels are buzzing with unverified claims that Maj. […]

Air Platform

Lockheed Martin Delivers First F-35B Lightning II with Technology Refresh 3 Software Upgrades.

June 8, 2026 GDC 0

The Fleet Readiness Center East completed the conversion of its first F-35Bs from the TR-2 to the TR-3 configuration, which will support the future Block 4 upgrades. A major milestone was reached for the F-35B […]

Middle East

Israeli Arrow-3 Missile Defense System Intercepted Barrages of Ballistic Missiles Fired from Iran.

June 8, 2026 GDC 0

Iran has launched a barrage of missiles towards Israel, after warnings from Tehran that Israel must halt its ongoing assault on southern Lebanon or face more attacks. Multiple rounds of strikes targeted Israel starting at […]

Air Platform

U.S. approves the $1.5 billion sale of five Seahawk maritime helicopters to New Zealand.

June 8, 2026 GDC 0

The U.S. approved the $1.5 billion sale of five Seahawk maritime helicopters to New Zealand, which has ​pledged to nearly double its military spending as it seeks to ‌boost defence capabilities. “The U.S. Department of […]

Middle East

U.S. Air Strikes Destroyed Iran’s Surveillance Radar and Drone Sites.

June 6, 2026 GDC 0

The U.S. military said it carried out ‌strikes on Iranian radar sites on Friday in what it called a defensive ⁠action after Iran launched four attack drones toward the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military […]

Americas

U.S. Navy purchases Israeli soldier-portable SMASH 2000LE fire control systems.

June 4, 2026 GDC 0

An Israeli fire control technology company has now secured contracts with all four major branches of the U.S. military, completing a sweep across the American armed forces that took less than a year. Smart Shooter […]

Americas

U.S. Army Targets $2.9 Billion Counter-Drone Systems Acquisition Following Battlefield Drone Surge.

June 2, 2026 GDC 0

 The U.S. Army is seeking nearly $2.9 billion in Fiscal Year 2027 funding to strengthen its defenses against small drones, reflecting the growing threat that low-cost unmanned systems pose to troops, command centers, and critical […]

Middle East

Israeli Air Strike Killed Iranian General Vahid Hakan Linked to Iran’s Satellite Network.

June 1, 2026 GDC 0

Social media rumors suggest that a man named Vahid Hakan, claimed to be an IRGC member belonging to the Khatam al-Anbiya network, lost his life in an Israeli airstrike at Andisheh, Tehran. These rumors appeared […]

Air Platform

U.S. Air Force Retains F-16CJ Capability in the Middle East to Strike Iran Again.

June 1, 2026 GDC 0

Operation Epic Fury is officially over, but U.S. Air Force F-16CJ are still flying combat patrol over one of the world’s most volatile airspaces. Newly released photographs taken May 14 in the U.S. Central Command […]

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  • US Navy christens newest Freedom-variant LCS USS Beloit

    May 20, 2022 0
    The US Navy has christened its newest Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS), the future USS Beloit (LCS 29), during a ceremony held at Marinette, Wisconsin. Lockheed Martin launches LCS 29, the future USS BeloitDateJuly 18, 2022Fincantieri [...]
  • UAE and Israel established fund for joint defense acquisition.

    May 20, 2026 0
    The emerging partnership between Israel and the UAE puts the Gulf state at odds with its neighbours. Israeli PM Netanyahu secretly met with the UAE President, Mohammed Bin Zayed, in Dubai during the Iran War.DateMay [...]
  • Russian Retreating From Northern Ukraine Exposed Russian Propaganda About Its Military Might

    September 13, 2022 0
    As Russian troops were retreating in north-eastern Ukraine amid a fierce counteroffensive by Kyiv, residents in Moscow were celebrating the 875th anniversary of the city’s founding. Fireworks boomed and President Vladimir Putin inaugurated a huge Ferris wheel, [...]
  • US Navy Admiral Visits Taiwan For The First Time

    December 5, 2020 0
    Taipei, Taiwan (GDC) — A two-star Navy admiral overseeing US military intelligence in the Asia-Pacific region has made an unannounced visit to Taiwan, two sources told Reuters, in a high-level trip that could vex China. [...]
  • Germany to purchase Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning radar aircraft.

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  • Kim Jong Un’s 5,000-ton Destroyer Sank in Front of His Eyes

    May 23, 2025 0
    North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reprimanded officials over a “serious accident and criminal act” that resulted in damage to a newly built warship, state media has reported. The 5,000-tonne destroyer damaged its hull [...]
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. […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Australia fires its first homegrown AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer.

June 8, 2026 0

Australia fired its first domestically built self-propelled howitzers during live-fire training last week, completing the journey from a production line in Geelong to live rounds downrange in a matter of months — a timeline that […]

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Kim Jong Un’s 5,000-ton Destroyer Sank in Front of His Eyes

  • Europe

    Turkish F-16 damaged during a dogfight with Greek F-16

  • Americas

    Aerojet Rocketdyne awarded contract to produce propulsion for next-generation interceptor

  • Infantry Weapons

    US State Dept Approves Weapons Sale To UAE, Saudi Arabia And Jordan

  • C4iSR

    Sweden sends $1.3 billion worth aid package to Ukraine, includes two ASC 890 Airborne Early Warning Aircraft

  • Americas

    USA, Turkey Discuss Mutual Cooperation And Security

  • Middle East

    Qatar and Saudi Arabia purchased Israeli C-MUSIC countermeasures for the royal family’s planes and received Israeli military gear for F-15QA and F-15SA.

  • Air Platform

    Royal Thai Air Force Plans To Buy F-35 Stealth Jets

  • Europe

    Germany’s Rheinmetall opens first joint production facility in Ukraine

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    US Navy says Chinese warship fired weapons grade laser at US aircraft

  • Europe

    Turkish STM delivers 2nd upgraded Agosta 90B-class submarine to Pakistan Navy

  • Europe

    Greece announced €10 billion military modernization plans

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Myanmar’s mass exodus to neighbouring countries prompted junta to introduce mandatory conscription

  • Middle East

    Navantia Launches Second Corvette For Royal Saudi Navy

  • Europe

    Ukrainian Name Their Children Javelin and Javelina, U.S. Boost Missile Production

  • Europe

    Ukrainian ATACMS tactical missile punched a big hole in the Avangard ferry in Kerch

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Osborne Shipyard Started Upgrading Australia’s Hobart-class Destroyers.

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Shoots Down Second Russian Su-25 Combat Jet In Five Days

  • Americas

    Elbit Systems Awarded $585 Million Contract to Produce Helmet Mounted Display for the US Navy.

  • Europe

    Ukraine Created Tank Battalion Using Captured T-62, T-72, T-80 And T-90 Tanks

  • Central Asia

    Armenia Urges Russian Military Deployment On Azerbaijan Border

  • Europe

    Polish Army Equipped With Three Different Versions Of Leopard Tanks

  • Air Platform

    The USAF to upgrade 72 F-16 with APG-83 SABR AESA Radar

  • South Asia

    The case for improving cyber-security capabilities of Bangladesh

  • Europe

    Ukraine deploys its Grom-2 tactical ballistic missile to fight Russian troops

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Australia’s Hunter-class Frigate Procurement Process Was Flawed While Australia Faces Unprecedented China Tensions

  • Naval Platforms

    Aselsan signed contract to supply combat system for MILGEM project

  • Americas

    Biden Administration Approves $735 Million Arms Sale To Israel

  • Europe

    Corruption in Russian army: commander Colonel Alexander Denisov arrested for selling tank engines to Turkey

  • Europe

    Sweden’s push for increasing conscripts, training and preparedness, amid Russian aggressions

  • Air Platform

    More Shameful Than Moskva Sinking: Ukraine Shot Down Russia’s MiG-31 Carrying Hypersonic Missile

  • Air Platform

    Brazilian Military Purchases 27 Airbus H125 Helicopters

  • South Asia

    Bangladesh airspace can belong to anyone who wants it

  • Europe

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

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Engine Problem: A Long Road Ahead of China’s J-20 Fighters to Fix Its Weaknesses

  • Europe

    Ukraine hits Russian shipyard in Crimea port, destroying cruise missile carrier the Askold

  • C4iSR

    LIG Nex1 Signs $145M Contract To Supply Maritime Radars To South Korean Military

  • Air Platform

    Philippines Purchases 12 FA-50 Fighter Jets Worth $683.7 Million

  • C4iSR

    Australia Establishes Defense Space Command

  • Europe

    Putin Appoints General Valery Gerasimov As New Commander For Ukraine War, Blames Everyone Except Himself

  • Air Platform

    Northrop Grumman turn to Australia to keep the production of Triton UAV running

  • Air Platform

    India Canceled 48 Mi-17 Choppers Deal with Russia, Amid Poor Performance in Ukraine War

  • South Asia

    Dirty work of Indian RAW: Deceased Bangladesh RAB officer Palash Saha was handling the controversial Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das case, in which RAW has vested interests

  • Air Platform

    China’s first prototype unmanned helicopter successfully flew

  • Europe

    Russia Exposed: Kazan nuclear submarine’s Soviet-era anechoic tile cracked during Cuba voyage

  • Infantry Weapons

    Arrow Missile Defence System

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s HIMARS strikes destroyed key Kursk bridge

  • Air Platform

    Turkish Baykar Defense To Manufacture Unmanned Fighter Jet

  • Europe

    Russia uses camouflage to hide their Iskanders from Ukrainian drones

  • Naval Platforms

    U.S. State Department Approves Six More P-8I Neptune MPA For India

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