Russian Special Services Mi-8 Helicopter Crashes in Chechnya
A Mi-8 helicopter belonging to one of special services of the Russian Federation has crashed in Chechnya killing five people. There were nine people on board the helicopter and some are considered to have survived the crash
Saab to Supply Updated Ship Control Systems for Australian Collins Class Subs
Saab has won AUD 24.2 million contract to supply an updated Integrated Ship Control Management and Monitoring System (ISCMMS) for four Royal Australian Navy Collins class submarines
China Using Barter Trade, Flexible Payment Terms to Push Arms Sales
China has seen an increase of over 70 percent in its defense exports from 2012 to 2016 when compared to 2007-2011 overtaking Germany, France and the UK during the time. According to Chinese PLA Army run media publication, Chinamil, Barter trade and flexible payment terms have helped China to become the...
US Seeks Increased S Korean Contribution in Troops Cost-sharing
The United States will open negotiations with South Korea in a bid to seek increase in Seouls contribution to cost-sharing for the troops. The earlier agreement signed in 2014 will expire on December 31 this year
Indian Nag Missile Tests Could Jeopardize $500M Spike Missile Deal: Israeli Media
India's successful testing of its Nag anti-armor missile could jeopardize a potential deal to purchase Spike Missile from Rafael of Israel worth US$500 million, reports appearing in Israeli media suggest. The fate of the deal is again clouded in doubt with India continuing to develop its own anti-tank missile, which will...
Russian Military Transport Crashes in Syria, 39 Killed
A Russian Antonov An-26 Russian transport plane crashed while trying to land at Hmeymim airbase in northwest Syria killing 33 passengers and six crew members. According to preliminary data, an Antonov An-26 transport aircraft hit the ground 500 meters from Hmeymim airfield during its landing approach at around 15:00 Moscow time on March 6,
France Demands Payment before Delivering Modernized Super Etendard Aircraft to Argentina
France has held back on delivery of five modernized Super Etendards aircraft sold to Argentina as the latter is yet make payment for the retired French naval patrol aircraft. The $14
BAE Systems Wins $34 Million for Maintenance, Modernization, Repair of USS Pearl
BAE Systems is being awarded a $34 million contract for the execution of USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship fiscal 2018 selected restricted availability. This availability will include a combination of maintenance, modernization, and repair of USS Pearl Harbor
Northrop Grumman Wins $429 Million for Two Extremely High Frequency Data Payloads
Northrop Grumman has been awarded $428.8 million contract for two functionally equivalent Extremely High Frequency extended Data Rate (EHF XDR) payloads for the recapitalization of the Enhanced Polar System (EPS)
Oshkosh Wins $476 Million to Procure Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles A2
Oshkosh has won $476 million contract to procure the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles A2. Bids were solicited via the Internet with two received
Russia Plans to Purchase Additional 114 Ka-52 Helicopters Under New State Arms
The Russian defense ministry intends to purchase an additional 114 Ka-52 helicopters under the new State Arms Program 2018-2027. The Ministry of Defense of Russia plans to conclude a contract for the purchase of an additional 114 Ka-52 Alligator helicopters as part of the implementation of the new State Arms Program 2018-2027
Indian Government Clarifies Rafale Fighter Jet Deal
The government of India has clarified its stand on the allegations in regard to the 2016 Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) to procure 36 Rafale aircraft in fly-away condition from France today. “Unfounded allegations are being made regarding the 2016 Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) to procure 36 Rafale aircraft in fly-away condition from France
British Army Declares Readiness to Counter Russian Threats
Australia Delivers Guardian-Class Patrol Boat to Fiji
Australia, India Agree on Air-to-Air Refuelling Cooperation
New Dutch-made Satellite to Strengthen Military Intelligence by 2027
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...