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Chinese combat vehicles get ‘cope cage’ armor
Chinese ZBD-09 infantry fighting vehicles have been spotted with metal screens atop their turrets, reminiscent of those used by Russian and Ukrainian tanks.
These screens,...
New Chinese KJ-600 radar plane seen in new images
The latest images of China's KJ-600 carrier-based airborne early-warning (AEW) aircraft have surfaced on Chinese social media.
Released in March 2024, the photo reveals the...
Ukrainian pilots graduate elementary flying training in UK
The Royal Air Force announced on Friday that ten Ukrainian pilots have successfully completed their Elementary Flying Training, marking a significant milestone in their...
Ukraine to get additional Leopard 2 tanks from Spain
The Spanish Ministry of Defense has announced plans to send additional Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
The decision entails the overhaul and commissioning of 19...
Russia hits Ukraine’s largest dam
Russia launched its most extensive assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Friday morning.
The deadly attack, consisting of drones, cruise, and ballistic missiles struck at...
MBDA looks to accelerate ENFORCER missile production
European missile maker MBDA is intensifying its efforts to bolster the production of ENFORCER lightweight, high-precision missile system – ENFORCER Production Increase Campaign (EPIC)...
Bundeswehr to receive wheeled fighting vehicles from Rheinmetall
German defense conglomerate Rheinmetall was awarded a €2.7 billion ($2.9 billion) contract modification to supply the wheeled fighting vehicles for the German Bundeswehr.
According to...
US Army next-gen radar successfully completed another live-fire event
Raytheon, an RTX business, has announced another milestone in the development of its Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor, or LTAMDS, with the...
THAAD battery in Guam successfully completes evaluation
The U.S. Army said in a media release that Task Force Talon's E-3 ADA THAAD Battery, stationed in Guam, recently concluded a rigorous Table...
US Army taps Raytheon for Gray Eagle’s advanced sensors
The U.S. Army announced that it has finalized a $118 million contract with Raytheon, an RTX business, to procure cutting-edge Common Sensor Payload version...
Sale of Javelin missiles to Morocco approved
The U.S. State Department has given the green light for a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Morocco, approving the acquisition...
Biden administration approves $2.2B Abrams sale to Bahrain
The Biden administration said Tuesday it has cleared a possible sale of as many as Abrams main battle tanks and related equipment to Bahrain...
Sweden buys 321 armored vehicles from Patria
The Swedish Defence Procurement Agency (FMV) has inked a contract with Finland-based defense and technology company Patria, securing the acquisition of 321 six-wheeled armored...
Sudanese paramilitary forces use drone to strike government C-130 plane
Sudanese paramilitary forces reportedly have conducted a drone strike destroying a government C-130 transport plane.
The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) claimed responsibility for the...
Ukrainian troops successfully use autonomous FPV drone for the first time
Ukrainian activist and volunteer, Serhii Sternenko, has shared video footage showcasing the use of a new FPV drone equipped with autonomous targeting capabilities.
The drone...
US Army unveils $185.9 billion budget plan for 2025
The United States Army has unveiled its fiscal year 2025 budget request, outlining a comprehensive plan with a total allocation of $185.9 billion.
The budget...
Israeli company develops new tactical all-terrain vehicle
Israeli-based REGO Automotive has developed a new tactical all-terrain vehicle, called the PATROL-X.
As noted by the company, this new ground mobility vehicle represents a...
Israel confirms Houthi cruise missile strike near Eilat
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Tuesday evening that an unidentified aerial target that struck an open area near Eilat early Monday morning...