Defense News Army 2024
German army preparing for Russian invasion of Western and Northern Europe
The Bundeswehr (German army) has developed an exercise scenario of an actual war with Russia in the event that the latter defeats Ukraine on the ba...
South Korea tests upgraded version of KTSSM-I ballistic missile
According to Yonhap on January 12, 2024, South Korea successfully conducted a test launch of an upgraded version of the domestically developed Kore...
UK strengthens presence in Europe with deployment of 20,000 personnel for NATO exercise
The United Kingdom has announced the deployment of 20,000 military personnel as part of Exercise Steadfast Defender 24. This announcement was made ...
Georgia signs contract with Poland to acquire Piorun-M MANPADS air defence missile systems
On January 12, the Georgian Ministry of Defense announced that Poland signed a contract for the purchase of the Pioru-M MANPADS from the Polish com...
Lockheed Martin Australia to produce GMLRS rockets and Australian Army to buy PrSM Precision Strike Missiles
On January 16th, the Australian Ministry of Defence made a significant announcement, revealing a $37.4 million contract with Lockheed Martin Austra...
Italian army to get modernized FH70 155mm towed howitzers
The Italian Army has embarked on a modernization project for its FH70 155mm towed howitzers, a key component of its long-range arsenal. This progra...
John Cockerill negotiating with Volvo Group to acquire French company Arquus
In a landmark move for the European defense industry, John Cockerill, a major supplier of light tank turrets, firing, and simulation systems, annou...
Sweden considers sending a battalion to Latvia to strengthen NATO presence
Despite waiting for the approval of its NATO membership by the parliaments of Turkey and Hungary, Sweden is preparing to increase its contribution ...
Galvion invests in Quaze Technologies to further enable wireless charging as a global defence capability
Galvion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of intelligent power and data management systems and tactical head solutions, announces the e...
Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen likely effective in degrading rebel group's capabilities
The U.S. Department of Defense is highly confident that the repeated strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen were effective in degrading t...
Peru initiates selection process for elite police's new armored vehicles
According to InfoDefensa on January 12, 2024, the Peruvian Ministry of Interior has initiated a selection process for the acquisition of three 4x4 ...
US Marine Corps Boosts Its Air Defense Capabilities With New MADIS System
The Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS), an innovative air defense capability, has marked a significant enhancement in the U.S. Marine Cor...
Russia Launches Massive Production of New 2S35 Howitzers in Response to Artillery Losses in Ukraine
A recent video report broadcasted on Russian television and shared across social media on January 14, 2023, highlights a significant development in...
Poland Boosts Defense Acquisition to Become Third Strongest NATO Tank Force Amid Russian Threat
On January 8, 20223, Poland took delivery of a new batch of 29 American M1A1 Abrams that will be delivered to the Polish Army. This is the third tr...
BAE Systems delivers first production-ready ACV-C Command variant to US Marine Corps
On January 12, BAE Systems announced it had delivered the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant under the full-rate p...
Russia unveils FAB-1500-M54 1.5-ton bomb with UMPK control module
Russian propagandists showcased the FAB-1500 guided aerial bomb fitted with a UMPK control module during a demonstration at the defense-industrial ...
US-Kosovo Javelin Anti-Tank Missiles Deal Ignites Serbian Disapproval
The United States Department of Defense's announcement on January 11, 2023, regarding a potential Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Kosovo, ...
France's Ground Forces introduce Special Actions Command (CAST)
In 1997, Laurent Lagneau recalls in Opex360, the French Army established the Special Autonomous Group (GSA) in collaboration with the 1st Marine Pa...
Russia to field in Ukraine new PBK-500U guided cluster glide bomb with stealth features
As reported by TASS on January 10, 2024, the Russian state-owned company Rostec is preparing to begin production of its latest aerial bomb, named t...
UK and Ukraine forge new defense pact to counter Russian air attacks
During a surprise visit to Ukraine on January 12, 2024, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Mr. Rishi Sunak, met with Ukrainian President Vol...