Defense News Army 2024
Germany: 1,000 Patria 6x6 APCs instead of 900 Rheinmetall Fuchs A9?
According to a Bild report on April 10, 2024, the German Defense Ministry would have finally chosen the Finnish Patria 6x6 over the German Fuchs A9...
Russia Delivers Semi-Automatic Shotgun Vepr-12 to Armed Forces in Ukraine
On April 9, 2024, Russia announced the delivery of large quantities of semi-automatic shotgun, Vepr-12, to its military forces present in Ukraine, ...
Russia Unveils Jam-Resistant Communication System for Drones
Russia has reportedly invented and unveiled a communication system between drones that is resistant to adversarial jamming. This was announced in s...
American forces show Projection capacities with strategic airlift drills during Swamp avenger
The U.S. Army coopering with the Air Force has successfully conducted a joint exercise that underscored their rapid deployment capabilities, crucia...
Portugal to transfer six Kamov Ka-32 helicopters to Ukraine
According to Kirill Fedorov on April 10, 2024, Portugal initiated the transfer of six Kamov Ka-32A11BC helicopters to Ukraine after a long period o...
United States and Armenia Discuss Supply of Armored Ambulances
Armenia and the United States are enhancing their defense collaboration with ongoing discussions regarding providing armored ambulances to Armenia,...
BAE Systems Awarded Contract to Maintain L119 Light Guns in Ukraine
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded BAE Systems a contract to maintain and repair the L119 Light Guns provided to Ukraine. Announced on April 10...
Greece to get two Squadrons of Fifth-Gen F-35 Multi-Role Fighter Jets
The Greek Ministry of Defense, led by Nikolaos Dendias, has confirmed its plan to acquire 20 F-35A Lightning II aircraft, with an option for an add...
Netherlands Denmark and Czech Republic discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defenses
The Prime Ministers of the Netherlands, Denmark, and the Czech Republic convened to discuss additional air defense system support to Ukraine. Dutch...
Albania Acquires Javelin Anti-Tank Missiles from United States
On April 6, 2024, Albania's Minister of Defense announced that the country had purchased Javelin anti-tank missiles from American defense contracto...
Ukrainian Army Receives US HEMTT M978 Truck Tankers for Battlefield Logistics
According to a video published on social media on April 9, 2024, the Ukrainian armed forces have received American-made HEMTT (Heavy Expanded Mobil...
Russian Demining Robot MT-10 Stalker Tested in Donbass Region Ukraine
According to the Ministry of Defense of Russia, in a recent demonstration, the MT-10 Stalker, a Russian demining robot, was tested in the combat zo...
Rheinmetall from Germany Secures Major Australian Contract for 8x8 boxer
According to Rheinmetall press release, Australia has secured a significant defence contract with Germany, finalizing a deal for 123 Boxer He...
Croatia Demonstrates Its BOV-3 20mm Mobile Anti-Aircraft Gun System During Exercise Shield 24
The Croatian Army showcased the capabilities of the BOV-3 20mm self-propelled mobile air defense gun during Exercise Shield 24, an annual Croatian-...
Alcon Components conclude deals with Tekne for safety brake system
Alcon Components Ltd, a leading UK-based brake and clutch manufacturer, announced with a press release on April 10, 2024 has been chosen by the Ita...
Germany Establishes Permanent Military Forces in Lithuania for First Time Since WWII
Announced in 2023, Germany has for the first time since World War II permanently deployed soldiers outside its borders. On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, ...
Germany Strengthens Support for Ukraine with New Batch of Military Equipment
On April 10, 2024, Germany announced a new batch of military support for Ukraine, reinforcing its commitment to Kyiv in the conflict against Russia...
French Army Develops the BA2D Able to Detect and Neutralize FPV Drones
A non-commissioned officer from the 54th Signals Regiment has developed a device aimed at detecting and neutralizing First Person View (FPV) drones...
Lithuania to sign agreement with Rheinmettal for production of 155mm artillery shells
Lithuania is set to sign agreements with Rheinmetall for the establishment of a 155 mm artillery munitions factory within its territory. These agre...
Belgian firm John Cockerill Defense to supply BV-206 Ambulance all-terrain vehicles to Ukraine
On April 9, 2024, the media L'Echo reported that the Belgian company John Cockerill Defense had won a contract to supply "several dozen" transforme...