Russia Upgrades Air-launched FAB Bombs with Increased Precision, Stealth Features, Longer Range
Russian weapons experts have upgraded guided aerial bombs such as the FAB-250M-62, FAB-500M-54/62, RBC-500 and FAB-1500M54 to achieve higher target precision, reduced radar signature and increased gliding range. The head of Rostec, Sergei Chemezov, said this in the context of the comprehensive modernization of universal planning and correction modules (UMPC) during...
Russians Reprogramming Captured Ukrainian Starlink-Controlled Baba Yaga Drones
The Russian Armed Forces successfully downed a Ukrainian Baba Yaga hexacopter drone, known for its deployment of large-caliber mines, and subsequently reprogrammed the captured UAV. The UAV, controlled through the Starlink satellite network, posed a significant challenge to Russian forces due to its elusive nature and untraceable operators
U.S. Strikes Iraqi Targets in Retaliation for Militia Attacks
In a strongly-worded statement released on Tuesday, the Iraqi government condemned the recent airstrikes conducted by the United States on three sites used by anti-terror resistance forces. The strikes, which targeted facilities associated with Kata'ib Hezbollah and affiliated groups in Hillah city, south of Baghdad, resulted in one serviceman dead and...
Ammo-loaded Russian Landing Ship Blown-up in Ukrainian Missile Attack
The Russian large landing ship, “Novocherkassk,” possibly loaded with ammunition, was damaged in a missile attack probably by a MBDA SCALP EG in the port of Feodosiya, Crimea on Monday night. “Tonight, while repelling an attack by the Ukrainian armed forces with the use of aircraft guided missiles at the Feodosiya...
Drones that Mimic Fighter Jets Launched by Ukraine
In a first, Ukrainian forces launched UJ-25 Skyline drones towards Russia in an attempt to identify the positions of Russian air defense systems such as the S-300 and S-400. The attack, however, was successfully repelled, Russian media reported
U.S. Strikes Iran-Backed Militia Sites in Iraq After Christmas Day Attack
In response to an attack on Christmas Day leaving three American military personnel injured, the United States conducted precision strikes on three facilities used by Kataib Hezbollah and affiliated groups in Iraq. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J
Russia Claims Destroying Four Ukrainian Warplanes a Day after Loss of 3...
Four aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force - three Su-27 and one Su-24 - were destroyed by Russian air defense systems, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on Sunday. This follows a claim by the Ukrainian Air Force chief that his forces intercepted three Su-34 jets which were returning after a bombing mission over Southern Ukraine
Three Russian Su-34s Fall for Ukrainain “Tactical Trick,” Shot By Patriot Missiles...
Three Russian Su-34 jets were lured into a trap and while on a bombing mission and shot down by missiles from a “Patriot” battery over Southern Ukraine in perhaps the worst day for Russian Aviation since the war began. The Commander of the Ukrainian Air Force, Mykola Oleshchuk, confirmed that Ukrainian air defenders shot down three SU-34 fighter-bombers yesterday over southern Ukraine
Dutch Government Initiates Delivery Process for 18 F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine
The Netherlands has decided to provide military assistance to Ukraine by delivering 18 F-16 fighter jets, announced Prime Minister Mark Rutte on Friday. The move is part of the agreements on military support for Ukraine in the face of Russia's ongoing invasion
Two Cargo Ships Come Under Houti Ballistic Missile, Drone Attack in Red...
Two commercial vessels faced separate attacks in the Southern Red Sea by Houthi militants on December 18, according to a statement from the U.S
German Bundeswehr Calls Off Rheinmetall Artillery Ammunition for Ukraine
In a move to reinforce support for the Ukrainian armed forces, the German Bundeswehr has activated a call-off for 155mm artillery ammunition from Rheinmetall, pursuant to an existing framework agreement. Rheinmetall, under this contract, is set to supply a substantial quantity of various artillery shells, with the order valued in the three-digit million euros range
UK-Ukraine Defence Collaboration Strengthened Through Key Agreements
The UK Government and the UK defence industry have successfully conducted their inaugural trade mission to Ukraine, bolstering defence cooperation between the two nations. The trade mission, led by the Department for Business and Trade and the Ministry of Defence, occurred on 13-14 December, marking a crucial step in enhancing Ukraine's defences and strengthening trade links between the two countries
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Over 350 Palestinian Footballers, 400+ Athletes Killed by Israeli Forces in Gaza
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...