India-Russia Sign AK-203 Assault Rifles Deal
India has finally inked the long-delayed deal with Russia to manufacture over 600,000 AK-203 assault rifles in the country. The deal was finalized between Indian defense minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoigu at the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC), in New Delhi, on...
Key Agreements Concerning AK-203 Production in India Being Discussed
Key agreements between India and Russia are being discussed ahead of the contract to implement the production of AK-203 assault rifles in India which could be signed before the end of 2021. At the moment, the coordination of the project has reached the final stage, if key agreements are reached, it...
Canada to Build Small Arms Ammunition, Gunpowder Plants in Ukraine
The Government of Canada plans to build small arms ammunition, gunpowder and capsule plants in Ukraine as part of its expanded cooperation with Kiev in the defense industry. "The Government of Canada, represented by the Canadian Commercial Corporation, has sent a corresponding official letter to the State Concern UkrOboronProm
Turkey Reveals Multi-grenade Launcher
Turkey on Wednesday unveiled a new 40 mm drum multi-grenade launcher. "Our first multi-grenade launcher, the TG40-BA, which can fire more than one type of ammunition, will add strength to our security units with its adjustable skid optical sight and effective fire
Thales Australia to Invest $6.5M in Lithgow Arms Facility
Thales Australia announced today it will invest $6.5 million in the first phase of an industrial plan to transform its Lithgow Arms facility in regional New South Wales
Kalashnikov Eyeing Brazil for Joint Production of Small Arms
Russias Kalashnikov Group wants to start joint production of small arms with South American companies, particularly Brazil. A plant to produce AK-103 assault rifles is set to open in Venezuela soon
Russian AK203 Assault Rifle in Use with C.I.S., Asian Nations
Interview with Maria VOROBIEVA, Director for Public Relations of Kalashnikov, Russia, to Defenseworld.net 1
Saab Wins $105M Order for Carl-Gustaf M4 and Ammunition
Saab has received orders for the recoilless rifle Carl-Gustaf M4 with included ammunition worth 900 million SEK (approximately $105 million). Deliveries will take place next year
Elbit Systems Develops AI-Powered Computerized Solution for Assault Rifles
Elbit Systems unveiled ARCAS, a built-in computerized Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered system that interfaces with the rifles Electro-Optical (EO) sight, with a helmet mounted eyepiece and with the rifles assemblies, providing soldiers with real-time intuitive actionable combat information. ARCAS transforms assault rifles into digital, networked combat machines enabling a step change in the lethality, mission effectiveness and survivability of dismounted soldiers in both day and night
Sweden, Finland Sign Agreement for Joint Procurement of Firearms
Sweden and Finland have signed an agreement on the joint procurement of firearms and related technology. "Through this agreement, we create the conditions for carrying out joint procurements of a family of firearms and accessories to be used by both countries," said Brigadier General Mikael Frisell
AK-12 Assault Rifle to Replace AK-74 as Russian Military's Basic Weapon
Kalashnikov claims its new AK-12 assault rifle will become the basic weapon for Russian troops in the coming years. "The AK-12 has served as a replacement for the AK-74 since 2018 and will become the basic gun of the Russian Armed Forces in the next few years," press office of Kalashnikov told Russian state media at the Army 2021 Forum
American Hypersonic Missiles in Sight as Russia Forms First S-500 Air Defense...
Houthi Missile Hits Israel’s Tel Aviv, 16 Injured
Poland Orders Four Reconnaissance Microsatellites
U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing
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...