Kalashnikov’s AK-12 Assault Rifle Chambered for NATO 5.56mm Rounds to be Unveiled...
Russias Kalashnikov Group has created a new version of the AK-12 assault rifle chambered for NATOs 5.56mm rounds that will be unveiled at the Army-2020 Forum
Russian 9mm Pistol with Armor Piercing Bullets Enters Production
The Russian Central Research Institute of Precision Engineering (TsNIITOCHMASH) has started serial production of the self-loading 9-mm pistol "Udav" whose unique features include armor piercing bullets. Among the patented technologies is the design of the magazine, which indicates the number of cartridges
New 9mm Russian Kalashnikov Submachine Gun Completes Tests
Russias new 9mm Kalashnikov PPK-20 submachine gun has completed state trials, state-owned Rostec announced today. The weapon is now eligible for mass production
Indian Army to Acquire 72,000 Sig Sauer Assault Rifles
The Indian Army is mulling over acquiring 72,000 assault rifles from U.S
Chinese PLA Shows Rifle-size Electromagnetic Railgun Weapon
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) revealed a miniaturized electromagnetic railgun based pistol- and- rifle-sized synchronous induction coilgun prototypes. These weapons' technical capabilities were recently revealed in a demonstration session
Russia Developing Sniper Rifle with 7 KM Range
A Russian arms manufacturer has announced the development of a sniper rifle combined with a new cartridge that can hit targets at up to 7 kilometer range. Development work has started on the DXL-5 sniper rifle, whose maximum range of seven kilometers will make it unique among sniper weapons, Vladislav Lobaev, general director of the weapon developer, Lobaev Arms, told Ria Novosti
Armenia to Start Production of Russian AK103 Assault Rifles in July
Production of 50,000 AK103 assault rifles in Armenia is scheduled to begin in July in this year. The relevant contract for the organization of the phased manufacture of AK-103 in Armenia was signed based on the decision of the Russian Federal Service for Military- Technical Cooperation (FSMTC) on May 15, 2020
Terrorists in Syria's Idlib Using Sniper Weapons
Terrorists in Syrias Idlib de-escalation zone appear to have turned to sniper rifles as their weapon of choice. Doctors in Syrias Aleppo have been treating a number of injured persons targeted by sniper rifles
US Army Begins Testing Next Generation Squad Weapon
The US Army is in the final phase of evaluating Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) prototypes developed by Sig Sauer, General Dynamics and Textron Systems. "We are an enthusiastic supporter of the Army's 6
Russia’s Rostec Develops First Collimator Sight for Heavy Machine Guns
Russias Roselektronika, a subsidiary of state-run Rostec, has developed the first domestic collimator sight for weapons such as the Kord machine gun that enables the operator to strike targets while in motion. “Central Research Institute ‘Cycle of Roselektronika has developed the first domestic collimator sight for heavy machine guns
Never Miss a Target-UK Army Testing Sniper Targeting System for Rifles
The UK army has commenced testing a new opto-electronic targeting system for assault rifles that provides highly accurate target data linked to the gun's firing system. Developed by Israeli firm Sharp Shooter, the £800 “smart” rifle scope can be fitted on any type of rifle
FN America & Colt’s to Compete for M16 Rifles Order for Nepal,...
The US Army has named FN America LLC and Colts Manufacturing Co. LLC as competitors in its $383
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...