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U.S. Approves $75M Sale of Javelin Missiles to Kosovo Amid Regional Tensions...
January 12, 2024 @ 06:29 AMThe United States State Department has granted approval for a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Republic of Kosovo, involving Javelin Missiles and associated equipment with an estimated value of $75 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) officially informed Congress about this potential sale today
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Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria Sign Memorandum to Combat Mine Threat in Black Sea
January 11, 2024 @ 03:08 PMIn response to the evolving security situation in the Black Sea, exacerbated by military operations in Ukraine, the defense ministries of Turkey, Romania, and Bulgaria have formally signed a memorandum to establish an anti-mine naval group. The development comes days after Turkey blocked British minehunter vessels donated to Ukraine from entering the Black Sea
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Ukraine Unveils EFP-S Armor-Piercing Ammunition for FPV Drones
January 11, 2024 @ 02:50 PMUkraine has officially introduced its latest EFP-S (Explosively Formed Penetrator - Shock) ammunition designed for FPV (First Person View) drones, capable of effectively penetrating armored vehicles. The announcement comes through a publicly available document on the website of the Territorial Defense Forces
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Ukraine's New Chatbot Initiative Aids Families of Missing Russian Soldiers
January 11, 2024 @ 02:33 PMUkraine has unveiled a new online chatbot service to help Russian citizens with missing soldier relatives get information about their loved ones. The initiative aims to provide objective and transparent details about whether the soldiers are confirmed killed or held as prisoners of war (POWs),
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China and Maldives Strengthen Ties Amid Diplomatic Row with India; Affirm ‘One-China’...
January 11, 2024 @ 02:23 PMChina expressed firm opposition to external interference in the internal affairs of the Maldives, declaring its support for the island nation's sovereignty and independence, while reinforcing its stance on the one-China principle. The statement was made following Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's maiden visit to Beijing, during which he held talks with Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping
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Tanzania Acquires Leonardo C-27J Spartan Aircraft
January 11, 2024 @ 12:39 PMTanzania has secured two Leonardo C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft for civil support missions, including firefighting operations on Mount Kilimanjaro and across the East African region. As per Italian media, the deal was officially announced by the Italian government on January 9
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Italian Astore UAV to be Armed with Turkish CIRIT Missile
January 10, 2024 @ 03:02 PMThe Italian Air Force is set to bolster its capabilities with the inclusion of the Leonardo-developed
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Germany Approves Sale of 150 IRIS-T Missiles to Saudi Arabia
January 10, 2024 @ 02:42 PMGermany has reportedly decided to break its longstanding embargo on the defense industry with Saudi Arabia, approving the sale of 150 IRIS-T air-to-air missiles, which can be armed on Eurofighter Typhoon jets that Riyadh is seeking. The decision, taken by Chancellor Olaf Scholz and security-related ministers, marks a shift in Germany's foreign policy
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South Korea to Start Domestic Production of KF-21 Fighter Amidst Partnership Uncertainties...
January 10, 2024 @ 12:18 PMSouth Korea is on the brink of a milestone in its pursuit of a domestically produced fighter, as the production of the KF-21 fighter jet is set to commence this year, with Indonesia's role in the program yet to be confirmed. The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) is actively working to finalize a contract with Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd
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German Chancellor Announces Shift in Policy, Opening Door for Eurofighter Sale to...
January 10, 2024 @ 09:56 AMIn a significant policy reversal, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz confirmed on Monday a softening of Germany's stance on the proposed sale of 48 Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia. This was reported by German press agency dpa,
Russia’s Superjet Powered by Domestic PD-8 Engine Performs Maiden Flight
France to Offer Rafale Jets, SAMP/T Air Defense System to Countries Considering...
Iran-backed Houthi Rebels Target U.S. Aircraft Carrier Group Twice
Canada May Cut F-35 Order, Consider European Jet Fighters
U.S. Policy Threatening Lockheed Martin Billions in F-35 Cuts?
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...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...