Defense News Army 2024
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...
British army highlights Foxhound 4x4 Light Protected Patrol Vehicle at WDS 2024 in Saudi Arabia
At the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the British Army made a remarkable presentation, demonstrating the forefront of military in...
Canada Orders RBS 70 NG Air Defense Missile Systems from SAAB
The Government of Canada has entrusted Saab with a significant order for its advanced short-range air defense system, the RBS 70 NG. This move, ann...
Lockheed Martin ramps up production of HIMARS MLRS in response to growing demand
Lockheed Martin, the defense giant, has declared its intention to ramp up the production of its weaponry systems to address the rising global secur...
British Army Soldiers Conduct First Live Fire Exercise With Archer 6x6 155mm Howitzers in Sweden
On February 15, 2024, the British Army announced a significant milestone achieved by its soldiers in Sweden: the successful completion of their fir...
South African and Saudi firms collaborate to enhance the military vehicle sector
OTT Technologies and ADG Mobility, two South African military vehicle manufacturers, have entered into a partnership with Rakaa Security and Milita...
Dutch Army receives first GM200 MM/C mobile radar system from Thales
On February 15, 2024, the Dutch Armed Forces officially incorporated the first Thales-manufactured Ground Master 200 Multi Mission/Compact (GM200 M...
UK Troops with Air Defense Vehicles Deployed in Saudi Arabia to Counter Houthi Missile Attacks
In a critical effort to reinforce security across the Middle East, the United Kingdom has deployed troops to Saudi Arabia, equipped with advanced a...
Aselsan Unveils Volkan-M Fire Control System for Turkish M-60T Tanks
The Turkish defense industry has taken a step in modernizing its armored forces with the development and integration of the Volkan-M Fire Control S...
Lithuania strengthens defense with acquisition of Leopard 2 Tanks
As Lithuania celebrates its Independence Day on Friday, February 16, 2024, the country has organized an exhibition featuring the Leopard 2 tanks ac...
Collins Aerospace delivers Mobile Air Traffic Control System to US Air Force
Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) business, announced on February 12, 2024, the delivery of vehicle-mounted air traffic ...