Defense News Army 2024
US Army tests wireless communication system for M88A2 recovery vehicles
In January 2024, the U.S. Army announced a breakthrough in communication capabilities for armored vehicles. Specifically, the Axnes PNG Wireless In...
With purchasing Arquus, John Cockerill Defense now able to market complete light combat vehicles
John Cockerill Defense is globally known for its remarkable manned and unmanned turrets armed with guns ranging from 25 up to 120mm, while Arquus i...
Brazil to receive Centauro II fire support armored vehicles
The Brazilian Army is set to enhance its capabilities with the upcoming addition of two Centauro II armored vehicles in May 2024. This acquisition ...
Development of new missiles and enhanced border security in Iran
In an interview with Iranian media, Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari, the Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces, announced the upcoming d...
Romania could acquire Chiron missile systems from South Korea
On January 16, 2024, it was reported by the Twitter account Mason that Romania may have purchased 54 Chiron (KP-SAM) man-portable surface-to-air mi...
Elistair and Rheinmetall Canada partner on unmanned ISR solution for military users
Elistair, a manufacturer specializing in long-endurance, tethered unmanned aircraft systems, has officially announced a strategic partnership with ...
Israeli police acquires Ford F550 and Toyota Land Cruiser armored vehicles
Following the attacks on October 7, where police officers faced perilous conditions during an attack initiated by Hamas in Southern Israel, the Isr...
Mozambique Police used indian made Mahindra MPVI 4x4 armored vehicles
According to information published on the X account (@HammerOfWar5) on January 14, 2024, the Mozambique police were seen using Indian-made Mahindra...
German army preparing for Russian invasion of Western and Northern Europe
The Bundeswehr (German army) has developed an exercise scenario of an actual war with Russia in the event that the latter defeats Ukraine on the ba...
South Korea tests upgraded version of KTSSM-I ballistic missile
According to Yonhap on January 12, 2024, South Korea successfully conducted a test launch of an upgraded version of the domestically developed Kore...
UK strengthens presence in Europe with deployment of 20,000 personnel for NATO exercise
The United Kingdom has announced the deployment of 20,000 military personnel as part of Exercise Steadfast Defender 24. This announcement was made ...
Georgia signs contract with Poland to acquire Piorun-M MANPADS air defence missile systems
On January 12, the Georgian Ministry of Defense announced that Poland signed a contract for the purchase of the Pioru-M MANPADS from the Polish com...
Lockheed Martin Australia to produce GMLRS rockets and Australian Army to buy PrSM Precision Strike Missiles
On January 16th, the Australian Ministry of Defence made a significant announcement, revealing a $37.4 million contract with Lockheed Martin Austra...
Italian army to get modernized FH70 155mm towed howitzers
The Italian Army has embarked on a modernization project for its FH70 155mm towed howitzers, a key component of its long-range arsenal. This progra...
John Cockerill negotiating with Volvo Group to acquire French company Arquus
In a landmark move for the European defense industry, John Cockerill, a major supplier of light tank turrets, firing, and simulation systems, annou...
Sweden considers sending a battalion to Latvia to strengthen NATO presence
Despite waiting for the approval of its NATO membership by the parliaments of Turkey and Hungary, Sweden is preparing to increase its contribution ...
Galvion invests in Quaze Technologies to further enable wireless charging as a global defence capability
Galvion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of intelligent power and data management systems and tactical head solutions, announces the e...
Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen likely effective in degrading rebel group's capabilities
The U.S. Department of Defense is highly confident that the repeated strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen were effective in degrading t...
Peru initiates selection process for elite police's new armored vehicles
According to InfoDefensa on January 12, 2024, the Peruvian Ministry of Interior has initiated a selection process for the acquisition of three 4x4 ...
US Marine Corps Boosts Its Air Defense Capabilities With New MADIS System
The Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS), an innovative air defense capability, has marked a significant enhancement in the U.S. Marine Cor...