Russian forces will soon receive an all-new multi-purpose missile system with anti-tank and anti-aircraft capability called 'Hermes." According to Russian media, Russian gunsmiths are currently in the final stages of preparing the Hermes for deployment within the Russian Armed Forces
In a move to enhance security of Jewish settlements encircling Gaza, Israel has embarked on a program involving the distribution of assault rifies, helmets and bullet proof vests besides intensive training to private Jewish residents surrounding Gaza living in proximity of Palestinians. The initiative, named the "Return of the Spirit" program, is spearheaded by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Ministry of Defense
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
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
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
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
Turkey's fifth-generation fighter, the "KAAN," is expected to undergo its maiden flight by the end of March, following a series of delays and setbacks. Temel Kotil, CEO of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), announced the anticipated timeline
The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has issued a notification to Nexter, a KNDS company, confirming an order for 109 CAESAR MkII artillery systems. The first delivery is anticipated in 2026
In a joint effort between NATO and the European Union, Germany, the Netherlands, and Poland are establishing a cross-border model corridor for military traffic from west to east, aiming to expedite troop movements. This initiative follows a symposium on Military Mobility organized by the Belgian Presidency, the Council, and the European Defense Agency (EDA)
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) executed an inflight release of its Advanced Air-Launched Effects (A2LE) platform on November 28, 2023