Defense News Army 2024
Russian forces receive new BMP-3 and BMP-1AM infantry fighting vehicles
In 2024, the Russian military forces welcomed the first deliveries of BMP-3 and BMP-1AM armored vehicles, supplied by the Kurgan and Rubtsovsk mech...
Spanish army to get modernized VRC-105 antitank 8x8 vehicles
In February 2024, in a determined effort to enhance its defense and reconnaissance capabilities, the Spanish Army announced significant investments...
Taiwan enhances air defense with anti-drone rifle deployment
On February 19, 2024, the armed forces of Taiwan completed the deployment of anti-drone systems, a move made amidst ongoing tensions with China, wh...
UK pledges major aid package: £245 Mn to enhance Ukraine's artillery arsenal
The UK will spend £245 million throughout the next year to procure and invigorate supply chains to produce urgently needed artillery ammunition for...
US Marines logistics unit tests TRV-150 cargo drone in Arctic operations
Soldiers of the Combat Logistics Battalion 6 (CLB-6), operating under the US 2nd Marine Logistics Group, recently conducted exercises to assess the...
UK allocates billions of pounds to develop Drone Defence Strategy
The United Kingdom has launched an ambitious Defence Drone Strategy, marking a shift towards enhancing its military capabilities with a £4.5 billio...
Azerbaijan to acquire 48 Serbian Nora B-52 self-propelled howitzers
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 val...
Expansion of successful training program for Ukrainian military supported by Swedish Government
In 2024, the Swedish Government granted the Swedish Armed Forces an expanded mandate to continue and enhance their military training efforts for Uk...
Elbit Systems to supply $600Mn-worth systems for Australian Army's AS21 Redback IFV
Elbit Systems declared today, February 26, a continuation of its August 16, 2023 announcement, confirming its successful bid for a contract valued ...
Italian government approves the purchase of 132 German Leopard 2A8 tanks
On February 21, 2023, the Defense Committee of the Italian Chamber of Deputies approved the purchase of German Leopard 2 tanks. Nino Minardo, the P...
Saudi Arabia Eyes Acquisition of Russian TOS-1A Heavy Flamethrower System MLRS
During the World Defense Show 2024, held from February 4 to 8 in Saudi Arabia, Alexander Mikheyev, CEO of Rosoboronexport, the state defense agency...
Russia Unveils Plans for Next-Generation TOS-3 Dragon Thermobaric Rocket Launcher
The Russian defense industry unveils development plans in the evolution of its formidable flamethrower or thermobaric rocket launcher technology. D...
US and Allied Forces Enhance Artillery Interoperability in Exercise Dynamic Front 24 in Türkiye
The U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 9th Field Artillery Regiment, participated in Exercise Dynamic Front 24, showcasing their prowess in artillery operati...
UAE and US forces lauch joint military exercise in United States for first time
In February and March 2023, the armed forces of the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) conducted a joint exercise at the Joint Readin...
Iran Unveils New Home-Made Air Defense Missile Systems Amid Regional Tensions
On February 17, 2024, Iran unveiled two advanced home-made military missile systems, marking a notable escalation in the country's defense readines...
Rheinmetall to equip Austria's Pandur Evo with Skyranger air defense systems
Rheinmetall has been selected for a contract as part of the Austrian Armed Forces' expansion plan. The company will supply advanced Skyranger air d...
EU Leaders Consider Joint Borrowing to Boost Defence Spending Amid Growing Security Concerns
In a recent development, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo has voiced support for the idea of joint European Union borrowing to fund increas...
Ukraine establishes partnership with MBDA Germany to develop anti-drone solutions
Ukraine's national defense company, Ukroboronprom, has formalized a partnership with MBDA Germany. This agreement paves the way for collaborative s...
Canada considers boosting Ukraine's defense with CRV7 air-to-ground unguided rocket donation
On February 20, 2024, Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair revealed that the government is exploring the possibility of sending CRV7 air-to-ground ...
UK sends additional 200 Brimstone anti-tank missiles to Ukraine
Defense Secretary Grant Shapps unveiled a new assistance to Ukraine, emphasizing the significant role these missiles have played on the battlefield...