Lockheed Martin, U.S. Space Force Launch Final GPSIII Satellite
Lockheed Martin and the U.S
Russian UEC Developing Breakthrough Engine for Ultra-light Space Launchers
The United Engine Corporation (UEC) of Russia is developing a new engine, designated NK-3 with a thrust of 4.5 tons for an ultra-light launch vehicle to lunch small satellites in low earth orbit
Russia Quietly Buying Western Satellite Images for Strikes on Ukraine
Russia is using a mix of its own satellites and commercially available imagery from Western companies to monitor Ukraine,
Russian Firm Launches First 16 Satellites to Rival Elon Musk's Starlink
A Russian company has launched the first 16 satellites of its low-Earth orbit communications constellation, marking the initial deployment phase of a system positioned as a domestic alternative to Elon Musks Starlink
Indian Space Research Organisation Identifies NVS-02 Failure Cause
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the findings of its Apex Committee investigation into the failed orbit-raising of the NVS-02 navigation satellite, launched in January 2025.Although the GSLV-F15 successfully placed NVS-02 into its intended transfer orbit, the spacecraft was unable to reach its final circular orbit
China Provides Stealth Aircraft Hunting Radar, BeiDou Satellite Link to Iran
China has reportedly launched a program to bolster Irans defense systems after 2025-2026 security gaps were identified, including delivery of the YLC-8B radar and expanded satellite navigation and cybersecurity cooperation. In January 2026, reports indicated rapid deployment of Chinese military transport aircraft, possibly up to 16 planes, and landing in Iran within a 56-hour period
India’s Pixxel Partners with France’s Exotrail to Boost Earth Observation Fleet ...
Pixxel has announced a strategic partnership with France-based Exotrail to equip its upcoming satellite missions with Exotrails spaceware™ electric propulsion systems.The announcement coincided with the inauguration of the India-France Innovation Year by French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
China Recovers Rocket Booster at Sea for the First Time
China has successfully completed its first-ever maritime recovery of a rockets first-stage booster. The achievement comes after a low-altitude test flight of the Long March-10 launch vehicle on Wednesday, which safely splashed down in the sea after completing its objectives
China Unveils Powerful Microwave Weapon Capable of Disrupting Satellite Networks Like Starlink
Chinese researchers have unveiled a high-power microwave (HPM) weapon capable of extremely high energy levels that can disrupt high flying objects including satellite networks such as Starlink. The device, called TPG1000Cs, was developed at the Northwest Institute of Nuclear Technology in Xian, Shaanxi province
China Launches New Remote Sensing Satellite for Algeria
China on Thursday launched a new remote sensing satellite for Algeria, placing AlSat-3A into orbit from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. A Long March-2C rocket lifted off at 12:01 p
U.S. Navy Awards Northrop Grumman $94.3M Contract for New Missile Rocket Motor...
The U.S
Hanwha Aerospace to Develop Propulsion System for Korean Lunar Lander
Hanwha Aerospace has secured a 103.3 billion won (about US$71
US Warships Forced to Retreat after Iranian Navy Fires Warning Shots in...
Ukraine Struck 18 Russian Oil Facilities in May, the Farthermost being 1700...
After Australia, Korea Next in Line to Acquire Nuclear-powered Submarines
Missed Patriot Interceptor, Not Iranian Drone Hit Kuwait Airport
One Month Since U.S., Israeli War Against Iran: Who Is Gaining?
One month after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran on February 28 the conflict has expanded...
Modern Tank Showdown: T-90MS, Leopard 2A7, M1E3 Abrams Compared
Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) have shown their mettle in recent conflicts such as in Ukraine despite being increasingly vulnerable to...
European Nations Prioritizing Europe-made IRIS-T & SAMP-T over American Patriot Air Defense Systems?
European nations looking to procure new air defense systems appear to be giving the much-vaunted American Patriot a miss in...
Russian T-90MS Crew Discuss Future Upgrades
Defense Mirror spoke with the crew members of the Russian T-90MS main battle tank, produced by UralVagonZavod
China's Mass-produced J-35A Aircraft Set to Disrupt Global Stealth Fighter Market
China is aiming to disrupt the global stealth fighter market by mass-producing its fifth-generation J-35A at a pace comparable to...
The Future of Combat: Miniaturized Laser Weapons Set to Replace Bullets and Missiles
Lasers may soon replace bullets, and drones could disable enemy UAVs with beams of light instead of missiles