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In February 2024, in a determined effort to enhance its defense and reconnaissance capabilities, the Spanish Army announced significant investments for the modernization of its fleet of Centauro reconnaissance and combat cavalry vehicles. With contracts amounting to 5.3 and 3.5 million euros respectively, this initiative marks a key step in the continuous improvement plan for military equipment, aiming to keep the Spanish armed forces at the forefront of technology and operational efficiency.
Read more: Spanish army to get modernized VRC-105 antitank 8x8 vehicles
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On February 19, 2024, the armed forces of Taiwan completed the deployment of anti-drone systems, a move made amidst ongoing tensions with China, which regards Taipei as an integral and inalienable part of its territory. The Taiwanese military has finished distributing anti-drone guns to its troops to bolster defense against unmanned aerial vehicles.
Read more: Taiwan enhances air defense with anti-drone rifle deployment
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The UK will spend £245 million throughout the next year to procure and invigorate supply chains to produce urgently needed artillery ammunition for Ukraine, the British Government announced on 24 February.
Read more: UK pledges major aid package: £245 Mn to enhance Ukraine's artillery arsenal
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Soldiers of the Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), operating under the US 2nd Marine Logistics Group, recently conducted exercises to assess the performance and capabilities of the Tactical Resupply Vehicle 150 (TRV-150) cargo drone in arctic climates. These evaluations took place in Syndalen, Finland, on December 7, 2023, and in Setermoen, Norway, on February 6, 2024.
Read more: US Marines logistics unit tests TRV-150 cargo drone in Arctic operations
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The United Kingdom has launched an ambitious Defence Drone Strategy, marking a shift towards enhancing its military capabilities with a £4.5 billion investment in unmanned systems. Announced on February 22, 2024, by the Ministry of Defence and James Cartlidge MP, this initiative aims to revolutionize the British Armed Forces' approach by incorporating advanced drone technology across air, maritime, and land sectors.
Read more: UK allocates billions of pounds to develop Drone Defence Strategy
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In February 2024, Azerbaijan finalized an agreement with Serbia for the purchase of 48 Nora B-52NG self-propelled howitzers of 155mm, in a deal valued at $339 million. This acquisition is part of Azerbaijan's strategy to modernize its military arsenal.
Read more: Azerbaijan to acquire 48 Serbian Nora B-52 self-propelled howitzers
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In 2024, the Swedish Government granted the Swedish Armed Forces an expanded mandate to continue and enhance their military training efforts for Ukrainian citizens. Building upon the appreciated support provided thus far, Ukraine welcomes the extension of ongoing training activities, with opportunities to augment previous initiatives.
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Elbit Systems declared today, February 26, a continuation of its August 16, 2023 announcement, confirming its successful bid for a contract valued at around $600 million. The contract entails supplying systems to Hanwha Defense Australia as part of the Australian Land 400 Phase 3 Project. This initiative is geared towards enhancing the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFV) for the Australian Army by providing advanced protection, combat capabilities, and a comprehensive sensor suite. The contract's execution is slated over a five-year timeframe.
Read more: Elbit Systems to supply $600Mn-worth systems for Australian Army's AS21 Redback IFV
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On February 21, 2023, the Defense Committee of the Italian Chamber of Deputies approved the purchase of German Leopard 2 tanks. Nino Minardo, the President of the Defense Committee, declared, "This is a very important vote, as it will effectively enable the initiation of a comprehensive multi-year program to renew the Army's armored component. Such renewal has become imperative due to the obsolescence of existing systems and the evolving requirements of NATO, shaped by recent international developments." According to information from the website "ANALISIDIFESA," the specific version of the Leopard 2 tank could be the Leopard 2A8.
Read more: Italian government approves the purchase of 132 German Leopard 2A8 tanks
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During the World Defense Show 2024, held from February 4 to 8 in Saudi Arabia, Alexander Mikheyev, CEO of Rosoboronexport, the state defense agency of Russia, announced Saudi Arabia's interest in acquiring the TOS-1A heavy flamethrower system. This system, also known as a thermobaric rocket launcher, has been a subject of interest for various nations due to its formidable destructive capabilities.
Read more: Saudi Arabia Eyes Acquisition of Russian TOS-1A Heavy Flamethrower System MLRS
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The Russian defense industry unveils development plans in the evolution of its formidable flamethrower or thermobaric rocket launcher technology. Dubbed the TOS-3 "Dragon," this new system represents an advanced iteration of the previously developed TOS-1A and TOS-2 thermobaric rocket launcher vehicles, known for their devastating firepower.
Read more: Russia Unveils Plans for Next-Generation TOS-3 Dragon Thermobaric Rocket Launcher
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The U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 9th Field Artillery Regiment, participated in Exercise Dynamic Front 24, showcasing their prowess in artillery operations. The exercise, which took place at the Polatlı Training Area in Türkiye on February 17, 2024, saw soldiers executing a critical ammo resupply to an M109A6 Paladin, underscoring the tactical and operational capabilities of the U.S. Army and its allies.
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