Defense News Army 2024
German Company Rheinmetall builds new plant to produce 200,000 shells a year
On February 12, 2024, Rheinmetall, a technology company based in Germany, announced the construction of a new factory at its Unterlüß site, located...
Hanwha Arion-SMET Unmanned Ground Vehicle passes US Army field tests
Hanwha Defense, a South Korean company, completed a week-long field trial of its Arion-SMET unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), conducted by the US Mari...
Breaking News: Ukraine Reports First Use of Russian Zircon Hypersonic Missile in Attack on Kyiv
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has confirmed that Russia deployed the formidable Zircon hypersonic missile against Kyiv, marking its inaugural u...
India is considering development of domestic engines for Arjun Mk-1A tanks
India is considering the development of domestic engines for Arjun Mark MK-1A tanks due to a delay in the delivery of German engines intended for t...
In-Depth Report: Breakthroughs and Innovations at World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh
The World Defense Show (WDS) 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has once again proven to be a focal point for global defense innovation and technology. ...
MBDA secures export order for portable missile system Enforcer
The German division of MBDA has secured an export order for its versatile portable missile system, Enforcer, as announced by a spokesperson for MBD...
Rwandan Army employs surface-to-air missiles in eastern DRC
Recent developments in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have unveiled the sophisticated weaponry being deployed by the Rwandan army, accordin...
Turkish Armed Forces welcome first batch of modernized M-60T tanks
The Turkish Armed Forces have integrated the first batch of modernized M-60T main battle tanks, marking a key milestone in the "TİYK – M60T" progra...
South Korea plans mass production of 155mm extended-range artillery shells
This year, South Korea will initiate mass production of new 155mm ammunition for its self-propelled artillery units, the K9 Thunder, according to t...
British Ajax Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle Makes World Premiere in Middle East
The Ajax, the new British army reconnaissance tracked armored vehicle, debuted on the international stage at the World Defense Show 2024, held in R...
Spanish Army to invest 15 million euros in grenades procurement
On February 8, 2024, the Spanish Army Procurement Board initiated a tender for a framework agreement concerning the acquisition of 40x53mm grenades...
KNDS and Arquus initiatives to create a digital twin of VBCI IFV Infantry Fighting Vehicle
On February 12, 2024, an announcement was made by Nexter (a subdivision of KNDS) and Arquus, revealing their collaboration with the French Director...
Israel's Military deploys AI technologies in Gaza Conflict
Israel's military has confirmed the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) military technologies in the Gaza Strip during recent conflicts, rai...
United States strikes drones and cruise Missiles near Yemen
After only 2 days of calm in the Red Sea, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Sunday, February 11, 2024, that its forces had c...
US permanently deploys military trainers to Taiwan
On February 10th, 2024, it was reported that, for the first time, US special forces troops would be permanently stationed in Taiwan, rather than as...
Estonia enhances maritime defense with Blue Spear missile system
The Ministry of Defense of Estonia has announced its acquisition of the Blue Spear anti-ship missile system from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI),...
South Korea remains among Top 10 global defense exporters
For the second consecutive year in 2023, South Korea has confirmed its position among the world’s top ten defense exporters, with exports amounting...
North Korea conducts test of new 240mm Multiple Rocket Launcher System
North Korea has carried out tests of a newly developed 240mm multiple rocket launcher system, as reported by state-controlled media. The test, cond...
WDS 2024 sees China's Red Arrow 12E competing with US Javelin in anti-tank warfare
At the 2024 World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia, the Chinese company North Industries Corporation (Norinco) showcased the HJ-12E anti-tank guided mi...
NORINCO showcases BZK-005E drone at World Defense Show 2024
At the recent World Defense Show (WDS) 2024, NORINCO (China North Industries Corporation) showcased Chinese military aeronautics, the BZK-005E dron...