Israeli Iron Dome Knocked out with Hezbollah-Launched Iranian Missile
Hezbollah militants have released a video showing the destruction of an Israeli Iron Dome missile defense system launcher by an Iranian-made ALMAS anti-tank missile system. The footage, reportedly taken at a military base, highlights the vulnerability of Iron Dome launchers to guided missiles designed for armored vehicles
Ukrainian Sea Drone Destroys Russian Tugboat in the Black Sea
Ukraine's Defense Ministry executed a targeted strike on a Russian tugboat, recognized as the Project 498 (Saturn or Protey type), on June 6, near Crimea's shores. The operation was carried out by the special unit 9 of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, the ministry confirmed in a
U.K., Latvia Invite Bids to Supply FPV Drones to Ukraine
The United Kingdom and Latvia have commenced a competitive bidding process for the supply of thousands of first-person view (FPV) drones to Ukraine. This initiative is being undertaken by the newly established Drone Capability Coalition, which was announced by both nations in February with the specific goal of rapidly equipping Ukraine...
Hensoldt to Equip Ukrainian Helicopters with Detection and Self-Protection Sensors
Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT is set to enhance the defense capabilities of the Ukrainian armed forces by equipping their helicopters with advanced detection and self-protection sensors. This latest order includes further deliveries of the Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS), with the contract valued in the double-digit million range
Belarus Firm Starts Large Scale Artillery Ammo Manufacture for Russia
Belarusian firm JSC Legmash has begun large-scale production of artillery ammunition in Orsha, Belarus. The company is producing 152-mm and 122-mm artillery shells for cannon artillery, including howitzers D-30, D-20, Msta-B, Giatsint-B, and their self-propelled modifications
Pentagon Announces $1.9B Contract for HIMARS Rocket Systems
The Pentagon has awarded a contract valued at approximately $1.9 billion for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), with work expected to be completed by May 31, 2028
Ukrainian Forces Attack Russian Positions in Syria's Golan Heights: Report
Ukrainian special forces have reportedly attacked Russian checkpoints, strongholds, foot patrols, and convoys of military equipment in the Golan Heights, Syria, in March 2024. A video obtained by the
Netherlands Permits Ukraine to Use Donated F-16 Fighter Jets to Strike Targets...
The Netherlands has announced it will allow Ukraine to use the 24 F-16 fighter jets it plans to donate to strike targets inside Russia. Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren confirmed that the Netherlands will not impose limitations on the use of the F-16 jets
Israeli Defense Firms Banned from Eurosatory Arms Fair in Paris
France has prohibited Israeli defense industry companies from participating in the Eurosatory 2024 defense fair, scheduled to be held this month in Villepinte near Paris. This decision, announced by the event's organizers Coges Events and the French Ministry of Defense on Friday, aligns with France's condemnation of Israel's military actions in Gaza
Netherlands Secretly Trains 300 Ukrainian Marines in Amphibious Operations
From mid-January to mid-May this year, 300 Ukrainian marines underwent intensive training in the Netherlands, focusing on amphibious operations. This training, provided by the Dutch Marine Corps and supported by Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Sweden, also included exercises in urbanized areas and trench warfare
Kyiv May Receive Early Warning Aircraft, Gripen Jets as Part Sweden-Ukraine Security...
Ukraine and Sweden signed a pivotal security agreement during President Volodymyr Zelenskyi's official visit to Stockholm, paving the way for potential delivery of Gripen fighter jets and ASC 890 surveillance aircraft. The
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Russia, China Accused of Using Merchant Vessels to Sabotage Baltic Sea Telecom...
BAE Systems, Canada’s Cellula Robotics to Develop 5,000km-Range Extra-Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle...
Ebbing Air National Guard Base to Host Additional F-35s for Global Training...
Boeing Secures $4B for KC-46A Tankers, P-8A Poseidon Aircraft
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...