Defense News Army 2024
Poland Signs Second Contract for 58 Rosomak 8x8 IFVs with 30mm ZSSW Turrets
On July 8, a consortium led by Huta Stalowa Wola S.A., along with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A., WB Electronics S.A., and Rosomak S.A., signed a co...
Zelensky Announces Creation of New Ukrainian Volunteer Legion in Poland
During a visit to Warsaw, Poland, on July 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the formation of a new volunteer unit, the Ukrainian ...
Congo strengthens army capabilities with 185 Turkish-made HIZIR 4x4 Armored Personnel Carrier Vehicles to Fight M23
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has significantly strengthened its military capabilities by acquiring Hizir 4X4 armored vehicles from th...
Lithuania Acquires Swedish MSHORAD Air Defense System
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defence has announced the acquisition of a mobile short-range air defence system, the RBS70 NG (MSHORAD), from the Swedi...
CZ Launches Third Generation of Its Popular CZ BREN Assault Rifles
The renowned Czech firearms manufacturer, CZ, has announced the launch of the third generation of its widely popular CZ BREN rifles. This new serie...
OTOKAR from Türkiye offers new UGV able to conduct combat missions like manned IFV
The Turkish company Otokar has unveiled the ALPAR, a new generation of Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) that promises to redefine the capabilities of ...
Lithuania Hosts Dutch Patriot System as Deterrent Near Russian Kaliningrad
In a move to strengthen regional security and operational readiness amid threats from Russia, the Netherlands has deployed its long-range Patriot a...
Dutch Army Unveils First Modernized CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicle
The first modernized CV9035NL Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) has been unveiled by the Royal Netherlands Army. This prototype, known as the First o...
Russian Officials Announce Deployment of S-350 Air Defense Systems in Donetsk
The Russian Ministry of Defense has announced the deployment of the S-350 Vityaz air defense system in the Donetsk region of Eastern Ukraine. This ...
Australia to Acquire US-Made Switchblade 300 Drones Combat-Proven in Ukraine Conflict
The Australian government is set to enhance its military capabilities by acquiring Switchblade 300 drones from the American company AeroVironment, ...
Brazilian Army and IDV sign contract for 420 LMV-BR 2 vehicles
According to a PR published by IDV on July 8, 2024, the Brazilian Army, through the Army Manufacturing Directorate, has formalized an agreement wit...
Israeli Company Rafael Confirms Operational Use of Spike Firefly Miniature Loitering Munitions in Gaza
On July 7, 2024, the Israeli defense contractor Rafael officially confirmed the operational use of its Spike Firefly drones, also known as "Moaz," ...
Argentina Receives Several Modernized TAM 2CA2 Medium Tanks
On July 5, 2024, the Argentine Army took delivery of five newly modernized TAM 2CA2 medium tanks during an official ceremony held at the 602nd Arse...
Estonian Company DefSecIntel Solutions Develops AI-Assisted EIRSHIELD Air Defense System
DefSecIntel Solutions, an Estonian company, unveiled its new AI-assisted ultra-short range air defense system, EIRSHIELD, at the Eurosatory 2024 ex...
New BM-7 Parus Turret Enhances Ukrainian BTR-7 Combat Vehicles
Ukraine has started retrofitting its BTR-7 infantry combat vehicles with the new BM-7 Parus turret, as reported on X by @praiethesteph. This modifi...
Spain Completes Repair of Ten Leopard 2A4 Tanks for Ukraine
Santa Bárbara Sistemas has completed the repair of ten Leopard 2A4 tanks that Spain will deliver to Ukraine as part of the aid committed to counter...
Armenia Looks to India for Advanced Missile Systems Amid Rising Azerbaijani Threats
According to the Indian Defence Research Wing (IDRW), as of July 5, 2024, Armenia is actively exploring options to enhance its missile capabilities...
UK to send additional 100 Brimstone 2 anti-tank missiles to Ukraine
On July 7, 2024, following a meeting with President Zelenskyy and discussions with his counterpart, Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, Mr. Healey anno...
HAWK Air Defense System Remains Effective in Ukraine Despite Its Old Age
The HAWK (Homing All the Way Killer) air defense system, developed in the 1950s, proves its effectiveness despite its advanced age. This complex sy...