Defense News Army 2024
Swedish government announces largest military aid package to Ukraine
As reported by SVT Nyheter on February 20, 2024, Sweden has announced its largest aid package to Ukraine to date, marking the fifteenth announcemen...
Borsuk IFV overcomes technical challenges and nears test completion
The Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) Borsuk is heading towards the successful completion of its trials, despite a slight delay in the initial schedu...
French Army to receive first Griffon MEPAC 120mm self-propelled mortars in 2024
As reported by Laurent Lagneau on February 17, 2024, General Pierre Schill, Chief of Staff of the French Army, disclosed during a session with the ...
Germany Strengthens NATO Forces in Lithuania with Leopard 2A7V Tanks amid Ukrainian Conflict
The German army has recently deployed the latest version of its Leopard 2A7V Main Battle Tanks in Lithuania, marking a significant step in the oper...
Mexican army to enhance tactical mobility with M1026 and M1038 Humvee acquisitions
As part of an extensive vehicle fleet renewal program, the Mexican Army announced in February 2024, a substantial investment in specialized militar...
United Kingdom to start field tests with new Challenger 3 tank prototype in Germany
On February 15, 2024, at the International Armoured Vehicles conference in London, the RBSL consortium (Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land) presented the...
India eyes US Stryker M-Shorad air defense vehicle
The Indian Army's interest in the American 'Stryker' armored vehicle, adapted for high-altitude missions, is becoming increasingly evident. On Febr...
Japan pledges long-term support for Ukraine in conflict with Russia
Japan's Foreign Minister, Kamikawa Yoko, has committed to long-term support for Ukraine, relying on private sector involvement nearly two years aft...
Breaking News: Russia Launches Attacks on Ukraine with North Korean-Made Ballistic Missiles
According to information released by "Ukrainska Pravda," an authoritative Ukrainian news outlet, on February 16, 2024, Russia launched a series of ...
Azerbaijan enhances air defense capabilities with Turkish Bayraktar Akıncı drone
Azerbaijan showcased its latest addition to its military arsenal, the Bayraktar Akıncı drone, during a notable visit by President Ilham Aliyev to t...
Canada Announces Investment in Air Defense and Anti-Drone Systems
On February 15, 2024, Canada disclosed its plan to allocate approximately 273.5 million Canadian dollars ($201.96 million US) for the urgent procur...
China Unveils ASN-301 Loitering Munition Similar to Iranian Shahed-136 and Israeli Harpy
At the World Defense Show 2024, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from February 4 to 8 2024, China introduced its latest addition to the realm of aerial...
Chile deploys South Korean KIA KLTV 4x4 light tactical vehicles for first field operation
In response to the devastating mega-fire that swept through four municipalities in the Valparaíso and Marga Marga provinces in early February 2024,...
Rheinmetall launches joint venture for artillery ammunition production in Ukraine
Rheinmetall, Europe's leading ammunition manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with a Ukrainian company to establish an artillery amm...
Romania signs defense acquisition deal with Eurospike consortium for Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles
On February 18, 2024, Romania agreed to acquire Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles. This four-year agreement concluded with Eurospike GmbH underlines Rom...
United States donates mine clearance equipment to Ukrainian armed forces
The United States, led by Ambassador Bridget A. Brink, has donated over one million dollars in demining equipment to Ukraine. This valuable donatio...
Germany Confirms Future Supply of 18 Additional PzH 2000 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzers to Ukraine
Germany has announced a significant expansion of its military support to Ukraine, with the Defense Ministry confirming on February 16, 2024, that i...
Nexter KNDS Unveils French CAESAR Mk II Latest Generation 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer
French Company Nexter Systems, a subdivision of KNDS, unveils its new CAESAR Mk II, also known as the CAESAR NG (New Generation) 155mm wheeled self...
Breaking News: Germany to Boost Ukraine's Artillery Power with 18 Additional RCH 155 Howitzers
In an important announcement made by the German Ministry of Defense on February 17, 2024, Germany has committed to bolstering Ukraine's military ca...
Breaking News - In Detail: Official List Weapons & Military Vehicles Delivered by France to Ukraine
Paris, France, February 17, 2023 – The French government has officially disclosed the extensive range of military assistance, including weapons and...