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U.S. air force tests AI-enabled VISTA X-62A aircraft based on F-16

April 2, 2023 GDC 0

Pentagon’s No.1 weapons supplier Lockheed Martin Corp. announced on Monday that the VISTA X-62A recently completed a series of flight tests, where the aircraft was flown entirely by Artificial Intelligence (AI) for incredible 17-plus  hours. […]

  • South Korea Developing KF-21EX, A Stealthier and Heavier Variant of KF-21

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  • If Israel, UAE, Bahrain can make peace, why can’t India, Pakistan?

    September 15, 2020 0
    With continued violence in Kashmir and a heightened threat of terrorist activity by Pakistan-based militant groups, tensions and concerns over a serious military confrontation between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan remain high. In August 2019, [...]
  • Morocco set to purchase Turkish Bayraktar Akinci combat drones

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  • Israel Deploys Mobile Laser Weapon System to Counter Iranian Drones.

    January 30, 2026 0
    Israel is quietly reshaping the architecture of its air and missile defenses, expanding laser interception beyond fixed installations, upgrading its ballistic missile shield, and preparing for a future in which U.S. military backing may no [...]
  • Ukraine Announces Revival of AN-178 Transport Aircraft Project

    January 21, 2021 0
    Ukraine announced the revival of the Antonov aircraft plant and started production of An-178 transport aircraft. Antonov to Replace Russian-made Components of An-178 Transport AircraftDateOctober 2, 2021Peru to Receive First An-178 Military Transport AircraftDateMarch 15, [...]
  • Indonesia Purchased Two Scorpene-Class Submarines From France

    February 14, 2022 0
    French Minister for the Armed Forces Florence Parly has revealed in its recent tweet that Indonesia purchased two Scorpene-class submarines from France. Indonesia, France Signed Defense Agreement for More Rafale Jets, Scorpene-class Submarines, Light Frigates [...]
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 […]

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    Russian MiG-31 fighter jet split into half midflight

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    U.S. to send Avenger air defense systems and ammunition to Ukraine

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    Putin has replaced Tupolev’s chief executive after the company failed to deliver a new bomber to the Russian Air Force.

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    Denmark buys five Ground Master 200 radar systems

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    Kazakhstan Will Be The First Foreign Buyer Of Bayraktar TB3 Drones

  • C4iSR

    France’s MERIO develops drone-based laser targeting system.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China’s AVIC Executive Jailed for Taking Bribes

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    $400 million for retention bonuses for Australian Defence Personnel: Richard Marles

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    Saudi Arabia Rejected Chinese J-35A Fighter Jets Concerning Its Stealth Feature, Engine, Radar and Avionics

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

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    Russia assisted North Korea in developing Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile.

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    Rohingya crisis might not have arisen if there was sufficient air power in Chittagong: Bangladesh Army Chief (thief) said.

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    Saab’s A26 is the world’s first fifth-generation stealth attack submarine.

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    U.S. Army picks AeroVironment’s Switchblade 400 for new strike drone program.

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    HMAS Adelaide departs Sydney to maintain Navy preparedness

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    Israeli Aerospace Industries acquires Greek defense company

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    A Russian Tu-95 Pilot Behind Strikes on Ukraine Shot Dead Inside Russia’s Engels Airbase

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    Turkish TAI Signed An Agreement With Ukrainian FED Company For TF-X Fighters

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    Brazil Selects MBDA EMADS Missile System Rejecting India’s Akash SAM

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    Boeing, Saab to collaborate with BAE Systems to offer T-7A RedHawk for Royal Air Force

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    Germany Delivers Two Skynex Anti-air Gun To Ukraine

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    Croatia Plans to Purchase 50 Leopard 2A8 Battle Tanks From Germany

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    US Air Force Tests F-15EX And F-35 With Advanced Weapon Systems

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    Germany Blocks Turkish Request To Purchase 40 Eurofighter Typhoon Fighter Jets

  • Defense Industry

    No More Ice Cream, Turkey Rejects Second Batch Of S-400 Missiles

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    Israeli Strikes Killed Top Iranian Military Commanders and Scientists

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    Disgraced dictator Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death for ‘crimes against humanity’, Bangladesh demands India extradite her.

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    Ukrainian HIMARS artillery strike destroys Russian Command Post

  • South Asia

    Australian company Codan Radio Communications wins Bangladesh Army’s Portable radio deal

  • Explore

    Russian army is no longer capable of ground-based tactical warfare, UK defense intelligence report

  • Europe

    Russia loses 2,000 troops in highest death toll for a single day

  • Air Platform

    Ballistic Missiles Shrapnel And Debris Destroyed 20 Israeli F-35I Stealth Jets As Israel Intercepts 400 Iranian Ballistic Missiles

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    Northrop and MBDA will jointly develop Germany’s air and missile defense System.

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    U.S. Pledges Additional $700 Million Lethal Aid To Ukraine

  • Europe

    Russian navy’s northern fleets admiral Kuznetsov and admiral Kakhimov are inoperable

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    North Korea unveiled a copy of the U.S. HIMARS rocket launcher.

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    Indian Air Force Started Night Sorties Using Rafale, Apache And Chinooks Near Galwan Valley

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    Armenia Turns Away From Russia And Towards The U.S., Amid Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

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    Swiss RUAG to produce payload suspensions for Saab Gripen E/F

  • C4iSR

    Turkey upgrades its F-16 Fighting Falcon with Asalsan’s cutting-edge AESA radar

  • Europe

    Zelensky confirms successful launch of new “Palyanytsya” missile

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    Ukrainian Kamikaze Drones Wreck Havoc In Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery in Volgograd

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