Defense News Army 2024
Ukraine Receives First US-Purchased Jordanian Gepard Cheetah Anti-Aircraft Guns
On June 5, 2024, the Ukrainian forces shared images on their social media of the first 60 Gepard Cheetah air defense systems, purchased by the Unit...
Russia Deploys New Batch of 2B24 Light Mortars in Ukraine
The Russian state corporation Rostec has announced the delivery of a new batch of 2B24 82mm light mortars to the Russian Armed Forces. Known for th...
German Eurofighters Intercept Russian Spy Aircraft Near Latvian Waters
On June 1, 2024, German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons intercepted a Russian Su-24MR tactical reconnaissance aircraft near Latvian territorial wate...
Germany Announces Delay in Acquisition of PULS Rocket Artillery Systems
The acquisition of the five PULS (Purpose Universal Launching System) multiple rocket launchers, intended to replace the five MARS II rocket artill...
Poland Delivers Soviet-Made S-200 Surface-to-Air Missiles to Ukraine
According to information published by the Polish Defense magazine Defence24, on June 5, 2024, Poland delivered to Ukraine an S-200 surface-to-air m...
Ukrainian Special Forces Target Russian Troops in Syria
Amid Syria's reintegration into the Arab League but ongoing deep crisis, recent revelations have introduced a new dimension to the conflict: the in...
Putin Threatens Missile Deployment in Response to Western Support for Ukraine
On June 5, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the potential deployment of conventional missiles within range of the United States and...
Ukraine Captures Russian FPV Drone Equipped with 220 mm BM-27 Projectile
According to a tweet from Ukrainian Front dated June 5, 2024, the Ukrainian military successfully intercepted and captured a Russian FPV (First Per...
Diehl defence presents first European Hypersonic glide vehicle interceptor at ILA 2024
On October 31, 2023, the contract between the OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d'Armement) and Spanish Missile Systems (SMS)...
South Korea Offers K9 155mm Howitzer to US Army Following ERCA Artillery Program Cancellation
According to information published by the "Breaking Defense" website on June 4, 2024, South Korea is offering its K9 Thunder self-propelled howitze...
US Awards Contract for Advanced Loitering Munitions to UVision and Mistral
On June 5, 2024, the U.S. Government awarded a $73.5 million contract to UVision Inc. and Mistral Inc. for the supply of Hero-120SF loitering munit...
From Ukraine to Berlin: Rheinmetall Displays LUNA NG Drone at ILA Berlin 2024
At the ILA Berlin 2024, Rheinmetall showcases the LUNA NG, an advanced aerial reconnaissance system developed to meet the demanding requirements of...
Rheinmetall's Skyranger 30 to Integrate MBDA's Small Anti-Drone Missile at ILA 2024
At the 2024 International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin, a significant partnership was established between Rheinmetall Electronics and MBDA ...
EUROSATORY 2024 To Welcome Armenia for the First Time
For the first time, Armenia will participate in EUROSATORY, the leading global trade show for land and air-land defense and security, which will ta...
Rheinmetall Presents Skyranger 30 mobile air defense system at ILA 2024
Rheinmetall is currently showcasing its Skyranger 30 mobile air defense system at the International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) 2024, held from June...
Eurosatory 2024: S2M-equipment to Unveil New Tactical Vehicle GRF
S2M-equipment, a notable player in the defense sector, will introduce its latest innovation, the GRF tactical vehicle, at the Eurosatory 2024 trade...
Eurosatory 2024 to Feature Over 60 Start-ups in Defense and Security
The 28th edition of EUROSATORY, a leading global event for defense and security professionals, will take place from June 17 to 24, 2024, at the Par...
US Military Partners with Four Companies for Modular Drone Development
On June 3, 2024, the U.S. Air Force and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) announced a collaborative initiative with four defense companies to devel...
Northrop Grumman and Hanwha Defense Australia Collaborate to Equip Redback IFVs with Mk44S Bushmaster Chain Guns
On June 4, 2024, Northrop Grumman Corporation announced a partnership with Hanwha Defense Australia to enhance the capabilities of the Australian A...