Defense News Army 2024
Italy Launches Ambitious Project for Next-Generation Tanks and Reinforced Ground Forces
The Italian parliamentary committee has approved a significant military modernization program, endorsing an €8.2 billion plan to acquire next-gener...
Elbit Systems Introduces Next-Generation E-LynX SR Radio for Enhanced Tactical Communications
On October 31, 2024, Elbit Systems unveiled its latest tactical communication radio, the E-LynX SR, at the International Dismounted Soldier Confere...
Iran Introduces Zoubin air defense missile system with 360° interception similar to Israel's Iron Dome
Iran has recently deployed the "Zoubin", a new air defense missile system, showcasing one of its most advanced domestically developed air defense d...
China Draws Inspiration from Russian War Tactics in Ukraine via Belarus
The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has shown growing interest in the military strategies implemented by Russian forces in Ukraine, observing thes...
World Defense Show 2024: advancing Military innovation through AI and technology integration
At the World Defense Show 2024, Professor General Adam Finlay, a highly regarded Australian special forces commander and academic, captivated audie...
US approves AIM-120D-3 missile sale to Denmark to strengthen strategic airspace defense
On October 29, 2024, the U.S. State Department approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Denmark, involving the procurement of up to 203 AIM-12...
South Korea Warns of Looming North Korean Nuclear Test Before US Election
On October 30, 2024, South Korea’s Ministry of Defense informed lawmakers that North Korea appears ready for a seventh nuclear test and an intercon...
Germany equips Leopard 2A7A1 tank with Trophy APS to enhance protection against missiles
On October 29, 2024, a ceremony was held in Germany to mark the introduction of the first Leopard 2A7A1 Main Battle Tank equipped with the Israeli ...
FN America Launches Ultra-Compact SCAR 15P Pistol Chambered in .300 Blackout for Enhanced Stealth and Suppression
FN America expands its SCAR line with the introduction of the SCAR 15P in .300 Blackout caliber. Designed as a compact, piston-driven pistol platfo...
Australia Advances 155mm Artillery Shells and GMLRS Production to Strengthen Defense Capabilities in Indo-Pacific
As the Indo-Pacific faces heightened military tensions, the Australian government, under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, is enhancing its defense ...
Spain to Receive New Batch of Belgian FN Minimi MK3 Machine Guns
In an ongoing modernization effort, the Spanish Navy signed a new contract in early October for an additional batch of Minimi MK3 machine guns from...
Possible Appearance of Israeli RA-01 Drone Over Lebanon After Intelligence Leak
On October 28, 2024, a low-resolution video, posted on the social network X by @Shabahe_Persia, shows a mysterious drone flying over Lebanon. The f...
Finnish Defence Forces to Acquire Patria's New TREMOS 120mm Self-Propelled Mortar System
The Finnish Defence Forces (FDF) have announced the acquisition of a new, modular 120mm mortar system from Finnish defense manufacturer Patria, wit...
Taiwan's local industry launches mass production of FPV drones in response to Ukraine War and China's threat
Taiwanese defense manufacturer Thunder Tiger has unveiled its latest innovation, the OverKill Killer FPV drone. This small yet potent drone is engi...
Inside Israel’s Precision Strikes and Hezbollah’s Missile Arsenal in Lebanon Conflict
The US Congress has published a document on the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Lebanese Hezbollah in October 25, 2024, which escalated aft...
Pentagon Faces Shortage of Air-Defense Missiles Amid Rising Demand
The United States is experiencing a reduction in its stockpile of air-defense missiles, raising concerns about the Pentagon's readiness to respond ...
Norway Secures Major Contract for US AIM-120C-8 Surface-to-Air Missiles to Counter Russia
On October 28, 2024, Norway finalized an agreement with the United States to acquire AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM air defense missiles, a contract valued at o...
Switzerland joins European Sky Shield Initiative with US Patriot missile systems
On October 17, 2024, Switzerland formally signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to become the 15th member of the European Sky Shield Initiat...
Germany and Croatia to jointly develop unmanned mine-scattering vehicles by 2025
On October 28, 2024, Rheinmetall AG and Croatian UGS manufacturer DOK-ING signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Berlin, marking a strategic...
Germany to Develop Next-Gen Taurus Neo Cruise Missile after Ukraine War Lessons
On October 27, 2024, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced an ambitious project to develop an advanced version of the Taurus cruise mis...