Defense News Army 2024
US considers Taiwan for potential Stinger surface-to-air missile production amid rising China threats
On October 4, 2024, the "Liberty Times Net" reported that the United States plans to send a specialized team to Taiwan to explore the possibility o...
Indonesian AM-1 Assault Rifle Attracts Interest from United States and ASEAN Countries
The Pindad AM-1, an assault rifle manufactured by Indonesia’s PT Pindad, has garnered international attention since its launch in 2022. Unlike the ...
Ajax Family Series Report 4: British Army ARGUS Engineer Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle
The Argus is a specialized variant in the Ajax family of armored vehicles, developed by General Dynamics UK for the British Army. Based on the Ares...
Kalashnikov to Launch Serial Production of AM-17 Assault Rifle in 2025
The JSC Concern Kalashnikov has announced its plan to begin serial production of the AM-17, a compact 5.45 mm assault rifle, in 2025. This new weap...
Greece purchases 592 US-made Switchblade 300 and 600 loitering munitions for Special Forces
According to Doureios on October 10, 2024, Greece plans to acquire 592 units of Switchblade 300 Block 20 and Switchblade 600 loitering munitions fr...
Indian Army’s First Upgraded T-90 Bhishma Mk-3 Tank Enters Service
On October 7, 2024, the Indian Army marked a key milestone in modernizing its defense capabilities with the rollout of its first fully upgraded T-9...
Delivery of Wolf Armored Trucks to Belgian Army on Track for 2025
On October 1, 2024, the Belgian Defense Ministry announced that the production of Wolf-type armored trucks could soon resume, with the delivery of ...
Bundeswehr’s New Reconnaissance Vehicle Korsak Would Be Based on Piranha 6×6
The Bundeswehr is preparing to renew its fleet of reconnaissance vehicles for its military intelligence forces, with the Spähfahrzeug Next Generati...
France Tests New Anti-Air Shield with Aster 30 B1NT to Strengthen Future SAMP/T-NG Defense System
On October 8, 2024, France conducted a pivotal air defense test within the Direction générale de l'armement (DGA) base in Biscarrosse. This strateg...
South Korea Commissions Cheongwang Its Most Modern Laser System to Counter Aerial Threats
The Republic of Korea Armed Forces has marked a significant advancement in air defense capabilities with the announcement of the commissioning of t...
Bulgaria purchases German IRIS-T SLM air defense system
On October 7, 2024, Diehl Defence announced that Bulgaria had purchased its IRIS-T SLM ground-based air defense system, joining 20 other countries ...
South Korea Demonstrates Combat Capabilities of Its K2 One of the World's Most Advanced Tanks
South Korea's K2 Black Panther Main Battle Tank demonstrated its formidable combat capabilities during a live demonstration at the KAXEX 2024 defen...
Iran Deploys Now Chinese Laser Weapon System to Protect High-Value Targets Against Aerial Threats
Iran appears to be equipped with a new advanced laser defense system, according to a picture posted on the X account of Mehdi H on October 4, 2024....
Northrop Grumman Integrates AI into FAAD Command System to Strengthen Drone Defense
On October 7, 2024, Northrop Grumman Corporation announced an advancement in drone defense by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its For...
South Korea Unveils Hyunmoo-5 World’s Most Powerful Ballistic Missile Capable of Destroying Fortified Targets
South Korea displays for the first time its new ballistic missile, the Hyunmoo-5, during a ceremony commemorating the 76th anniversary of the count...
China Adapts to New Battlefield Threats by Equipping Type 15 Tanks with Anti-Drone Cages
On October 6, 2024, during a combined high-altitude combat exercise, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) unveiled upgraded Type 15 tanks equ...
Rheinmetall Supplies New Generation of Tank Ammunition for German and British Armies
On October 8, 2024, Rheinmetall, a leader in combat tank armament, was commissioned to provide qualification samples of its advanced 120mm KE 2020 ...
Romania to acquire four US Sentinel radars in $110 Million military sale
On October 7, 2024, the U.S. State Department approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Romania involving Sentinel Radar Systems, valued at app...
Rheinmetall Wins Major Contract for US Army's S-MET Inc II Program
American Rheinmetall Vehicles, based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, has secured a key contract under the US Army’s Small Multi-Purpose Equipment Tr...
Egypt Showcases Armed Forces’ Capabilities in Military Ceremony with UAE Crown Prince
On October 6, 2024, Egypt held a graduation ceremony for its latest class of military officers, featuring an impressive parade and dynamic presenta...