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South Korea Launches its First Spy Satellite
December 4, 2023 @ 07:32 AMSouth Koreas Ministry of National Defense and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) disclosed that the countrys first military reconnaissance satellite was launched on Saturday, December 2, at approximately 3:19 a.m
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Chinese Submarine Engine is a Licensed-produced German Powerplant: Thai Navy Chief
November 27, 2023 @ 12:30 PMIn a new twist to Thailand's quest to acquire a Chinese submarine, its Navy chief, Adm Adung Phan-iam has said that the offered Chinese engine, CHD620 is actually a licenced-manufactured version of the German MTU396 engine. Germany had earlier refused to give the MTU 396 powerplant as part of the Chinese submarine sale to Thailand
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Electromagnetic Catapult Tested on Chinese Aircraft Carrier Fujian
November 27, 2023 @ 07:10 AMChinese aircraft carrier Fujian tested an electromagnetic catapult, marking a pivotal stage before sea trials. The test, captured in a video circulating on Chinese social networks, showcased the catapult launching a "dead load" comparable in weight to deck-based aircraft, assessing reliability and power
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Russia’s UAC Hands Over Additional Su-34 Bombers to the Air Force
November 22, 2023 @ 07:08 AMThe United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) of Russia recently delivered the latest batch of Su-34 fighter-bombers to the Russian Air Force. This delivery, part of the state defense order execution, emphasizes the crucial role played by the Su-34 in enhancing the striking capabilities of Russian front-line aviation
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U.S. Approves $2.35B Tomahawk Missile Sale to Japan
November 18, 2023 @ 05:11 AMThe United States has approved a Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Japan, providing 400 Tomahawk missiles and related equipment at an estimated cost of $2.35 billion
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Germany's PEGASUS Airborne Surveillance System Passes Critical Design Review
November 17, 2023 @ 10:40 AMHensoldt, the prime contractor for the Persistent German Airborne Surveillance System (PEGASUS) based on the Global 6000 business jet, has announced the successful completion of its Critical Design Review (CDR). The Bundeswehr representatives conducted the CDR two years after Hensoldt was contracted for the project, utilizing the Kalaetron signals intelligence (SIGINT) system
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Germany asks MBDA to Restart Production of Cold War-era Anti-Tank Mines
November 16, 2023 @ 07:27 AMTDW GmbH, a subsidiary of the European missile producer MBDA, has secured a contract to restart the production of its Cold War-era PARM directional anti-tank mine systems for the German Armed Forces. Originally developed and manufactured by TDW during the 1990s for the German Bundeswehr, the PARM system has been dormant since 1998, following the conclusion of the Cold War
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Russia Secures Estimated $1.5 Billion Contract for Manufacture of Igla-S MANPADS in
November 14, 2023 @ 02:58 PMRussias state arms export agency Rosoboronexport, announced the formalization of a contract for the supply and licensed production of Russias advanced Igla-S man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) to India. Chief Executive Officer of Rosoboronexport Alexander Mikheev confirmed this to Russian government-owned
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Freebies Over; Ukraine Signs Deal to Buy Small Arms from French Firm
November 7, 2023 @ 08:42 AMUkraine has officially signed a deal worth $36 million with French firearms manufacturer Verney-Carron S.A
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Japan to Provide Coastal Security Radars to Philippines
November 6, 2023 @ 06:02 AMIn a pivotal move to enhance regional security and deepen bilateral ties, Japan has committed to providing the Philippines with coastal surveillance radars. This announcement coincides with the unveiling of a planned reciprocal access agreement (RAA), which aims to solidify the partnership between the two nations
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EU Conducts First Multinational Operational Trials of UGV, UAV Systems
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
Four-legged Robots Vs. Military Dogs
Four legged robots that resemble dogs are increasingly being seen in war zones and exercises for functions such as reconnaissance...
Lockheed Martin Faces Billions in F-35 Cuts Under U.S. Policy Shift
Americas policy of controlling F-35 usage, spares, and maintenance—combined with President Donald Trumps threats of trade wars with Europe, halted...
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...
