Defense News Army 2024
Breaking News: Russia Confirms Use of New Oreshnik Hypersonic Ballistic Missile in Ukraine Conflict
Citing a report by Russian media outlet Sputnik, on November 22, 2024, President Vladimir Putin stated that the new Russian-made Oreshnik hypersoni...
Belgian Army Leads Yellow Guardian with 600 Troops and 180 Vehicles from 4 Nations for 10 Days of Training
A military exercise, named "Yellow Guardian," is currently mobilizing 600 soldiers and 180 vehicles from four European nations: Belgium, France, th...
Belarus strengthens air defense with upgraded Tor-M2E missile systems from Russia
On November 21, 2024, the Belarussian Ministry of Defense Belarus announced that the country received another battery of Tor-M2E surface-to-air mis...
German Army Demonstrates MARS II Rocket Launcher Capabilities During NATO Exercise in Germany
Grafenwoehr Training Area in Bavaria, Germany, was the scene of an impressive live-fire demonstration as German Army soldiers from the 295th French...
Indian Army to modernize artillery as mass production of Guided Pinaka rocket launcher begins
On November 14, 2024, India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) announced the successful completion of flight tests for the Guid...
China's SH16A 155mm self-propelled howitzer sets new standards with laser ignition system
At the 15th China Air Show, the Chinese state-owned company Norinco officially presented the new SH16A 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer, based...
Polish Army Strengthens Tank Power with Second Delivery of K2 Black Panther Tanks
According to a November 20, 2024, post by X account @Krystian_Pogr, Poland is reportedly planning to sign a new contract for the acquisition of 180...
Poland Enhances Special Forces Capabilities with New S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters
On November 19, 2024, Deputy Minister Paweł Bejda announced on his X account the successful delivery of new Black Hawk helicopters to the Polish Ar...
UK Army Looks Ahead with Major Defense Reforms and Strategic Investments
On November 20, 2024, UK Defense Secretary John Healey addressed the House of Commons to outline ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening nationa...
Breaking News: Germany Delivers First 8 Caracal Air Assault Vehicles to Ukraine for Frontline Operations
On November 20, 2024, the German Ministry of Defense announced the delivery of eight Caracal 4x4 wheeled air assault vehicles to Ukraine. This mark...
US Admiral Raises Doubts Over North Korea’s Nuclear Strike Capabilities
On November 19, 2024, Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. forces in the Indo-Pacific, stated that North Korea’s numerous tests of intercontine...
Kongsberg Signs Deal to Supply NASAMS and NOMADS Air Defense Systems to Netherlands
On November 21, 2024, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) announced the signing of a significant contract with the Dutch government for the d...
Eastern European Countries Make Joint Purchase of PIORUN MANPADS Amid Fears of Russian Aggression
According to information published by the Estonian Government on November 15, 2024, Estonia, Lithuania, Norway, and Poland have taken a step to str...
M-113 BR Equipped with Ares' SARC Remax4 Tested at CAEx to Enhance Brazilian Army Capabilities
On November 15, 2024, the Brazilian Army's Evaluation Center (CAEx) conducted a series of engineering tests on a technological demonstrator of the ...
Milrem Robotics and Texelis Partner to Advance Next-Generation Robotic Combat Vehicles
On November 21, 2024, Milrem Robotics announced that it has chosen Texelis as a strategic supplier to support the development of next-generation ro...
Slovakia to receive CV90 Mk IV to modernize Mechanized Brigade replacing old Soviet BMP-2
During the Defence iQ Land Warfare Europe conference in Bucharest, Lt. Col. Peter Bystriansky, project manager for the Slovak Army’s modernization ...
Exclusive: French Army Tests British Jetpack Flying Soldier Concept Following Trials by British Special Forces
During the National Infantry Days in Canjuers, Var, the French Army unveiled a new experiment highlighting its interest in cutting-edge technology:...
Sweden receives first M3 amphibious system for rapid deployment across water obstacles
On November 19, 2024, General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) delivered the first M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system to the Swedish Defen...
Pakistan Continues to Develop Its Local Military Industry With Unveiling of Its Shahpar-III Drone
Pakistan marked the opening of the 12th edition of the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS 2024), held from November 19 to 22 at th...
French Army Integrates 120mm Mortars with Serval Vehicles for Fire Support
As part of the French Army’s ongoing transformation, the 3rd Marine Infantry Parachute Regiment (3e RPIMa) has emerged as a pioneer within the 11th...