Dylan Malyasov

Dylan Malyasov is the editor-in-chief of Defence Blog. He is a journalist, an accredited defense advisor, and a consultant. His background as a defense advisor and consultant adds a unique perspective to his journalistic endeavors, ensuring that his reporting is well-informed and authoritative. read more

Belarus shoots down two Russian suicide drones

Belarusian air defense forces confirmed the downing of two Shahed-type suicide drones that entered the country’s airspace during a nighttime wave of attacks on Ukraine. This incident marks the first official acknowledgment by Belarusian authorities of Russian drones...

South Korea buys Polish-made suicide drones

South Korea is set to purchase Polish-made loitering munitions, a decision influenced by the drones’ proven effectiveness in the Ukraine conflict. The South Korean Ministry of National Defense recently submitted a formal request to the Defense Acquisition Program...

Ukrainian troops shoot down Lancet suicide drone

Ukrainian Defense Forces have made significant strides in countering Russian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) using cost-effective anti-aircraft drone technology. In a recent operation, the 11th Brigade of the National Guard demonstrated the capability of their anti-aircraft drones by...

Ukraine develops new armored vehicle with 30mm turret

Ukrainian company "Ukrainian Armor" has unveiled the "Varta 2," a new 14-ton armored vehicle fitted with a 30mm turret, at the International Defense Industry Exhibition in Poland. The "Varta 2" is built on a Turkish BASE chassis and...

China sees market opportunity for laser weapon in Middle East

China is stepping up its presence in international defense markets by actively promoting its military products, including the innovative OW5-A50 laser weapon system, across the Middle East. Developed by China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO), this state-of-the-art air defense...

GDELS-Steyr to unveil new short-range air defense system

At the AIRPOWER 24 airshow in Zeltweg, Styria, General Dynamics European Land Systems–Steyr (GDELS–Steyr) is set to unveil the latest variant of its PANDUR 6x6 EVO wheeled armored vehicle. The new variant of the PANDUR 6x6 EVO is...

Roshel rolls out new versions of Senator vehicle in Poland

Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer Roshel has introduced new iterations of its Senator armored vehicles at the prestigious MSPO defense industry show in Kielce, Poland. Highlighting significant upgrades, the Senator MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) and Senator Pickup models are...

Ukraine debuts cost-effective robotic vehicle at international expo

At the International Defense Industry Exhibition (MSPO 2024) in Kielce, Poland, Ukrainian company "Ukrainian Armor" introduced their latest development, the Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) "Protector." The "Protector" is designed to enhance the safety and operational effectiveness of military...