In response to the escalating threats posed by Yemen's Houthi rebels on international shipping in the Red Sea, the German federal cabinet has approved the deployment of Bundeswehr forces to participate in the EU-led armed operation, EUNAVFOR Aspides. The Bundeswehr's commitment to
In a stark warning to the public, a senior defense official emphasized today that without the passage of the Defense Department's supplemental funding request by Congress, Ukraine's ability to defend itself against Russian aggression is in serious jeopardy. Despite considerable military support from allies and partners, the absence of crucial financial aid from the United States could lead to a collapse of Ukraine's defense capabilities
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) executed a simulation exercise on Tuesday, showcasing the use of ballistic missiles to target hangars housing Israeli F-35 warplanes. The exercise, held on National Guards Day, aimed to highlight the IRGC's proficiency in ballistic missile capabilities
Naval Group has officially announced the successful completion of the modernization process for the third and final La Fayette frigate (FLF), the Aconit, in late 2023. The comprehensive six-month refurbishment, encompassing both dockside and sea trials, aimed to ensure the vessel's functionality and alignment with updated specifications
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has finalized a €30 million
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
The Iranian Army aviation unveiled homegrown missiles system that can be paired with its ageing fleet of Bell 106 and AH-1 helicopters. Irans Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi and Army Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Kiomars Heidari were shown the nee missiles at an exhibition of military achievements of the local defense industries in Tehran on Saturday
Russian military personnel destroyed a German-made IRIS-T missile system, according to an official announcement from the Russian Ministry of Defense. The operation involved the comprehensive utilization of Russian aviation, artillery forces, and drones, leading to the
Germany plans to spend €34.9 billion on defense projects this year, encompassing the acquisition of F-35 combat jets, A400M airlifters, and 212 CD submarines, with additional allocations for the development of next-generation drones, battle tanks, and fighter aircraft
BAE Systems has been awarded a $418 million contract extension by the U.S