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U.S. Greenlights $908M Foreign Military Sale of JASSM-ER Missiles to the Netherlands...

February 6, 2024 @ 04:43 AM

The United States State Department has given the green light to a Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the Netherlands, approving the transfer of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) and associated equipment at an estimated cost of $908 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has formally notified Congress of the proposed sale, which includes 120 AGM-158B/B-2 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) All-Up-Rounds, 15 AGM-158 Inert JASSMs with Test Instrumentation Kits, and various other components
U.S.-made M1A1 Situational Awareness Abrams Tanks Spotted at Ukraine's Donetsk...

February 5, 2024 @ 01:19 PM

The 47th Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces revealed the deployment of M1A1 Situational Awareness (SA) Abrams main battle tanks. The information surfaced through a report on the NOELREPORTS media platform, shared on X, and originally broadcast by the We-Ukraine TV channel
Saudi Companies Secure Sub-Contracts for Lockheed Martin's THAAD Defense System

February 5, 2024 @ 12:46 PM

Lockheed Martin announced on Monday that it has inked agreements with Saudi Arabian companies to produce components for its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) air defense system. According to a statement by Lockheed Martin, these sub-contracts mark a collaborative effort to transfer technological expertise, ultimately fortifying Saudi Arabia's position in the defense sector
SSU Thwarts Russian Espionage Network: Five Agents Apprehended in Strategic Locations

February 5, 2024 @ 12:29 PM

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has dismantled a s Russian espionage network, uncovering five agents operating in key regions—Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk. The agents, allegedly working for the Federal Security Service (FSB) of the Russian Federation, were assigned to gather critical intelligence on Ukrainian Armed Forces
F-16 Jets for Ukraine will Arrive with Missiles of 300-500 Km range

February 5, 2024 @ 10:42 AM

Ukraine anticipates a formidable upgrade to its defense capabilities as it prepares to receive a fleet of F-16 fighter jets equipped with advanced missiles boasting a range of 300-500 kilometers. The announcement was made by Lieutenant General Serhii Naev, the commander of the United Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as per
EDGE Subsidiary NIMR Unveils JAIS Mark 2 in Comprehensive Upgrade of Armoured...

February 5, 2024 @ 10:23 AM

EDGE Group's entity, NIMR, has introduced the JAIS Mark 2 (MK2), marking the conclusion of its armoured vehicle lines' upgrade to the next generation. The announcement was made ahead of the World Defence Show (WDS) 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Turkey's FNSS Unveils PARS ALPHA 8×8 New Generation Armored Combat Vehicle at...

February 5, 2024 @ 10:13 AM

Turkeys FNSS is set to introduce its latest armored combat vehicle, the PARS ALPHA 8×8, at the 2024 World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, running from February 4th to 8th. Developed to address both symmetrical and asymmetric threats on the battlefield, the PARS ALPHA 8×8 is positioned as a contribution to the evolving standards of new generation combat vehicles
Poland Allocates Credit for Joint Weapons Production with Ukraine

February 5, 2024 @ 09:07 AM

In a recent announcement, Ihor Zhovkva, Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, disclosed that Poland has extended a credit line for the joint production of weapons with Ukraine. The revelation was made during a Telemarathon live broadcast, where Zhovkva emphasized the importance of acquiring additional components for Ukrainian forces
Russian Su-57M Fighter with New Engine to Enter Service in 2025

February 5, 2024 @ 07:49 AM

Russia's Su-57 fighter will be upgraded with an all-new engine—the AL-51F—and enter service as the Su-57M. Having undergone flight tests since October 2022, the commencement of deliveries is expected by 2025, Russias
GPS-Based Devices in Baltic States Disrupted as Russia Jams Signals

February 5, 2024 @ 07:35 AM

Baltic states, including Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania, are grappling with the consequences of intensified GPS interference attributed to Russia, aimed at thwarting Ukrainian drone activities near its borders. The disruption has extended beyond national borders, impacting the Baltic Sea region and raising concerns for aviation and shipping safety

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