Defense News Army 2025
Israel Acquires US XM250 Light Machine Gun Chambered in 7.62x51mm
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have reportedly acquired a 7.62x51mm version of the XM250 light machine gun (LMG) developed by Sig Sauer for the U....
Spain Advances In SIRTAP Program First Fully Locally Made Tactical Military Drone
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has announced a little milestone in the country’s aerospace and defense sector with the progress of the SIRTAP Prog...
US Marines Amphibious Combat Vehicle Completes First Open-Water Amphibious Movement in Japan
In December 2024, the U.S. Marine Corps’ 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, successfully completed its first open-water amphibious movement ...
Iran Deploys Special Units and Armed Forces for Major Military Exercise in Western Region
On January 4, 2025, Iran initiated a large-scale military exercise in Kermanshah province, located in the western part of the country, showcasing i...
Taiwan deploys new Qingtian hypersonic missile to counter China's growing missile capabilities
On December 28, 2024, the Liberty Times reported that Taiwan had finalized the development of its hypersonic cruise missile, the Qingtian, with a r...
Tulpar Light Tank Drives Strategic Türkiye-Bangladesh Defense Partnership
Bangladesh, as part of its military modernization strategy, is reportedly in negotiations with Turkish defense manufacturer Otokar Otomotiv ve Savu...
Romania Acquires Additional Patriot Air Defense Systems from United States
Romania has awarded a $946 million contract to Raytheon, a business unit of RTX (NYSE: RTX), to supply additional Patriot air and missile defense s...
Lithuania Launches New Cyber Defense Command to Strengthen National and NATO Cybersecurity
As part of a strategic initiative aimed at bolstering national security and enhancing interoperability with NATO partners, the Lithuanian Ministry ...
Exclusive: Estonian Startup Frankenburg Technologies Unveils Revolutionary Mini-Missile to Combat Drone Threats in Ukraine
Estonian defense startup Frankenburg Technologies is making significant strides in addressing one of the most pressing challenges in modern warfare...
Breaking News: Rostec Pushes to Accelerate Delivery of 2S38 Anti-Aircraft Vehicle to Russian Forces for Ukraine Deployment
Citing information published by Russian media on January 3, 2025, Russian state defense company Rostec is pushing to accelerate the delivery of its...
Exclusive: Ukrainian Metinvest Group Enhances Patriot Command Post Air Defense System with Homegrown Armor
In an exclusive development for Ukraine's defense industry, Metinvest Group, a leading Ukrainian steel producer, has successfully designed and manu...
Estonia Strengthens Baltic Air Security Against Russia with a New Radar Installation in Kõpu
Estonia is advancing its air defense capabilities with the construction of a radar installation on Hiiumaa Island. This project, managed by the Est...