Defense News Army 2024
New British Army Challenger 3 Tank Surpasses Russia’s T-90M T-80BVM and T-72B3 Deployed in Ukraine War
The new British Army’s Challenger 3 program is set to redefine the U.K.’s armored capabilities, equipping its armed forces with a main battle tank ...
Analysis: Unspecified 155mm Shells in US Aid Suggest Delivery of ADAM Anti-Personnel Mines to Ukraine
The United States has confirmed the delivery of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine as part of a $275 million military aid package announced on Novembe...
France Confirms Full Commitment to Support Ukraine Including Use of SCALP Missiles Against Russia
During an interview with the BBC, the United Kingdom's national broadcaster and one of the world’s most respected news organizations, on November 2...
Analysis Hypersonic Missile Race: Russia, China, and the US in the Battle for Speed
A new frontier in military technology is reshaping global security dynamics as hypersonic missiles emerge as the centerpiece of a high-stakes arms ...
Breaking News: North Korea Secretly Unveils Tianma-2 New Locally Made Main Battle Tank
During a defense exhibition held in Pyongyang, North Korea revealed an upgraded version of its locally made Cheonma-2 main battle tank, the Tianma-...
Exclusive: Ukraine Deploys Spanish-Made Alakran Mortar Systems in First-Ever Combat Use
The Ukrainian Army now utilizes the Spanish-made Alakran self-propelled mortar system, marking its first-ever use in active military operations. Th...
Ukrainian Army's Artillery Enhanced with Germany's Donation of 4 Additional PzH 2000 Howitzers
On November 20, 2024, the German Ministry of Defense announced the delivery of four additional Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) 155mm tracked self-pr...
Canada-Donated NASAMS Air Defense Missile System Now Operational in Ukraine
On November 22, 2024, Bill Blair, Canadian Minister of National Defence, announced the arrival of Canada’s donated National Advanced Surface-to-Air...
Breaking News: Russia Confirms Use of New Oreshnik Hypersonic Ballistic Missile in Ukraine Conflict
Citing a report by Russian media outlet Sputnik, on November 22, 2024, President Vladimir Putin stated that the new Russian-made Oreshnik hypersoni...
Belgian Army Leads Yellow Guardian with 600 Troops and 180 Vehicles from 4 Nations for 10 Days of Training
A military exercise, named "Yellow Guardian," is currently mobilizing 600 soldiers and 180 vehicles from four European nations: Belgium, France, th...
Belarus strengthens air defense with upgraded Tor-M2E missile systems from Russia
On November 21, 2024, the Belarussian Ministry of Defense Belarus announced that the country received another battery of Tor-M2E surface-to-air mis...
German Army Demonstrates MARS II Rocket Launcher Capabilities During NATO Exercise in Germany
Grafenwoehr Training Area in Bavaria, Germany, was the scene of an impressive live-fire demonstration as German Army soldiers from the 295th French...
Indian Army to modernize artillery as mass production of Guided Pinaka rocket launcher begins
On November 14, 2024, India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) announced the successful completion of flight tests for the Guid...
China's SH16A 155mm self-propelled howitzer sets new standards with laser ignition system
At the 15th China Air Show, the Chinese state-owned company Norinco officially presented the new SH16A 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer, based...
Polish Army Strengthens Tank Power with Second Delivery of K2 Black Panther Tanks
According to a November 20, 2024, post by X account @Krystian_Pogr, Poland is reportedly planning to sign a new contract for the acquisition of 180...
Poland Enhances Special Forces Capabilities with New S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters
On November 19, 2024, Deputy Minister Paweł Bejda announced on his X account the successful delivery of new Black Hawk helicopters to the Polish Ar...
UK Army Looks Ahead with Major Defense Reforms and Strategic Investments
On November 20, 2024, UK Defense Secretary John Healey addressed the House of Commons to outline ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening nationa...
Breaking News: Germany Delivers First 8 Caracal Air Assault Vehicles to Ukraine for Frontline Operations
On November 20, 2024, the German Ministry of Defense announced the delivery of eight Caracal 4x4 wheeled air assault vehicles to Ukraine. This mark...
US Admiral Raises Doubts Over North Korea’s Nuclear Strike Capabilities
On November 19, 2024, Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. forces in the Indo-Pacific, stated that North Korea’s numerous tests of intercontine...
Kongsberg Signs Deal to Supply NASAMS and NOMADS Air Defense Systems to Netherlands
On November 21, 2024, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) announced the signing of a significant contract with the Dutch government for the d...