2023
UK and European partners issue $122 Mn defense aid package for Ukraine
On October 11, 2023, the United Kingdom, in collaboration with various European nations, announced a defense aid package for Ukraine, valued at ove...
Hamas seizes numerous Israeli armored vehicles in surprise attack
In an unexpected offensive carried out on October 7, 2023, the Palestinian militant organization Hamas took control of a significant number of Isra...
Norway opts for air defense and firepower over Leopard 2A8 tanks
On October 10, 2023, the Chief of Staff of the Norwegian Army, Lars Lervik, revealed during an interview with Breaking Defense at the AUSA 2023 eve...
Israel to rearm civil security teams with 10,000 assault rifles
In a bid to improve the security of border regions, mixed Jewish-Arab towns, and West Bank settlements, Israeli Minister of National Security Itama...
German new €1 Bn military aid includes Leopard 1A5 tanks and air defense systems
According to the German Ministry of Defense on October 10, 2023, additional military equipment and defensive systems will be provided to Ukraine in...
Plasan as supplier of armored cabins for AM General JLTV A2 participates in AUSA 2023
Plasan North America (PNA) on July 17 announced its selection as a subcontractor for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle A2 (JLTV) program by AM Gener...
Rheinmetall Defense and Textron Collaborate on New Robotic Counter-UAV Solution
At AUSA 2023, Association of United States Army Conference and Exhibition, Rheinmetall Defense's American division showcased a groundbreaking robot...
Antitank missiles fired from Lebanon targeting Israeli armored vehicles
The conflict between Israel and Palestinian extremist groups has intensified, with significant losses on both sides. This complex conflict also inv...
Israel repatriates citizens from Europe in largest reservist call-up since 1973
In an unprecedented move, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) coordinated a large-scale repatriation to bring back hundreds of Israeli citizens from Europe...
Allison Transmissions equips 36 VBA amphibious combat vehicles for the Italian Navy
Allison Transmission will outfit the next generation of amphibious armored vehicles (VBA) for IDV's San Marco maritime brigade with Allison Special...
Plasan advertises TRECC-T command post on All Terrain electric Mission Module ATeMM at AUSA 2023
Plasan is showcasing how its unique All Terrain electric Mission Module (ATeMM) enables Battlefield Circulation of Electricity (BCoE), allowing for...
BAE Systems Hägglunds orders Saab sight- and fire control systems for CV90 combat vehicles
Saab has received an order from BAE Systems Hägglunds for sight- and fire control capability for the CV90 combat vehicle. The order value is approx...
GDLS introduces TRX SHORAD for future counter-drone warfare
On October 10, General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) announced on its Twitter page the introduction of the TRX SHORAD at the Association of the Unit...
US Army selects Lockheed Martin to deliver 300 kW-class IFPC-HEL solid state laser weapon system
Lockheed Martin was awarded a contract to develop and deliver up to four 300 kW-class laser weapon systems to the U.S. Army’s Indirect Fire Protect...
GDLS M10 Booker vehicle offers new firepower for US Army Infantry Brigade Combat Team
At the AUSA 2023 event, the Association of United States Army Conference & Exhibition that takes place in Washington D.C. from the 9 to 11 Octo...
Breaking news: situation of 'Operation Swords of Iron' against Hamas
Tuesday, October 10, marks the fourth day of the war between Israel and Hamas. The previous night, the IDF conducted an unprecedented attack in Gaz...
Israel to develop new laser-based Iron Beam
The current attack exposes the limitations of the Iron Dome system, which has been in service for 12 years and boasts a success rate of 90%. The sy...
Sweden upgrading its Strv 122 tanks into Strv 123A variant
On October 10, 2023, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, FMV, signed a contract valued at approximately 3.5 billion Swedish kronor (equiva...
US Navy SEALs lead Operation Polar Dagger in Alaska
On September 6, 2023, the U.S. Navy SEALs conducted a special operation called "Polar Dagger" at Eareckson Air Station on Shemya Island, Alaska. Th...
Spain acquires Uro Vamtac ST5 armored ambulances for €6.8 Mn
As reported by InfoDefensa on October 10, 2023, the Spanish Army has planned to augment its fleet of armored ambulances through a 6.8 million euro ...
