Rostec’s New Counter-Drone System to Make International Debut at World Defense Show...
Ruselectronics, a division of the Rostec State Corporation, is set to reveal its latest counter-drone system, the Serp-VS6, at the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh. Developed by the Vector Research Institute, this automated system aims to suppress unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and detect drone operators through radio monitoring equipment
Raytheon Awarded $68.4M Contract for Joint Standoff Weapon Air-To-Ground Missiles for Taiwan
Raytheon Missile Systems has been awarded a $68.4 million modification contract for the production and delivery of 50 Joint Standoff Weapon Air-To-Ground Missiles (AGM-154 Block III C) for the government of Taiwan
The Netherlands Gets U.S.’ Nod to Buy Hellfire Missiles for $150M
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General Atomics Demonstrates Inflight Release of A2LE Platform from MQ-20 Avenger
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) executed an inflight release of its Advanced Air-Launched Effects (A2LE) platform on November 28, 2023
Alleged Theft of KF-21 Fighter Technologies Sparks Investigation into Indonesian Engineers in...
A group of Indonesian engineers deployed to Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is currently under investigation over allegations of stealing crucial technologies related to the KF-21 fighter jet, a project jointly developed by South Korea and Indonesia. Multiple sources from the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) and Defense Counterintelligence Command (DCC) revealed...
U.S. Approves Sale of 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian Armed UAVs to India Worth...
The United States has approved the sale of 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs) to India with a budget of $3.99 billion
U.S. Expresses Willingness to Reincorporate Turkey into F-35 Program Pending S-400 Resolution...
The United States has communicated its readiness to welcome Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet program, provided the longstanding disagreement over the S-400 air defense system is successfully addressed. Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland conveyed this message during her visit to Turkey on Tuesday
AFWERX Unveils Autonomy Prime to Fast-Track Autonomous Tech Development
AFWERX, the innovation branch of the Department of the Air Force, has launched Autonomy Prime under its Innovative Capabilities Opening (ICO) program. Autonomy Prime, part of the Prime division, will focus on advancing autonomous technologies through collaboration with the private sector
Russia to Present its IL-76MD-90A Heavy Transport Aircraft at Saudi Defense Show...
Shrugging off threats of sanctions against buyers of big-ticket military equipment, Russia's Rostec is set to showcase its IL-76MD-90A Heavy Transport Aircraft at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia later this week. Anticipating a robust market for heavy military cargo transporters, Rostec aims to capitalize on the sustained demand, as the order books for aircraft such as the A-400M and C-130 have been consistently full for years
China’s CH-7 UAV Featuring Enhanced Wingspan, Extended Service Ceiling Nears Completion
The CH-7, China's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), is set to conclude its development by the end of 2024 after successful tests of new designs aimed at bolstering its capabilities in information-based combat. Aerospace CH UAV Co Ltd, the drone's developer, reported steady progress and expects the CH-7 to have a significant presence at Airshow China in November
F-16 Fighting Falcon Crashes During Routine Training at South Korean Base
An F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing at the United States air base in Gunsan, a western port city of South Korea, crashed during a routine training mission on Wednesday at approximately 8:41 a.m
Procurement of F-35s, A400Ms, 212 CD Submarines Part of Germany’s €34.9B Budget...
Germany plans to spend €34.9 billion on defense projects this year, encompassing the acquisition of F-35 combat jets, A400M airlifters, and 212 CD submarines, with additional allocations for the development of next-generation drones, battle tanks, and fighter aircraft
U.S. Hits 7 Bridges in 6th Night of Aggression, Iran says 7...
Canada to Join GCAP Sixth Gen Fighter program as Observer
Commissioning of Taiwan’s First Indigenous Submarine Within Next 2 Months
US Armed Forces Members to Undergo Testing for Testosterone Levels
One Month Since U.S., Israeli War Against Iran: Who Is Gaining?
One month after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran on February 28 the conflict has expanded...
Modern Tank Showdown: T-90MS, Leopard 2A7, M1E3 Abrams Compared
Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) have shown their mettle in recent conflicts such as in Ukraine despite being increasingly vulnerable to...
European Nations Prioritizing Europe-made IRIS-T & SAMP-T over American Patriot Air Defense Systems?
European nations looking to procure new air defense systems appear to be giving the much-vaunted American Patriot a miss in...
Russian T-90MS Crew Discuss Future Upgrades
Defense Mirror spoke with the crew members of the Russian T-90MS main battle tank, produced by UralVagonZavod
China's Mass-produced J-35A Aircraft Set to Disrupt Global Stealth Fighter Market
China is aiming to disrupt the global stealth fighter market by mass-producing its fifth-generation J-35A at a pace comparable to...
The Future of Combat: Miniaturized Laser Weapons Set to Replace Bullets and Missiles
Lasers may soon replace bullets, and drones could disable enemy UAVs with beams of light instead of missiles