Defense News Army 2024
Former US generals see Hanwha’s K9 howitzer and K10 resupply vehicle as key assets for US Army modernization
On November 1, 2024, a delegation of retired U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) and South Korean Army generals, organized by the Korea Defense Veterans Assoc...
Poland Strengthens Military Air Traffic Control with L3Harris GCA-2000 Mobile Ground Control Approach Systems
On November 3, 2024, the U.S. Department of State approved a major military sale to Poland, aimed at enhancing the country’s air traffic control ca...
China offers new SWS2 35mm air defense system as cost-effective alternative to Russia’s Pantsir S1
As reported by ArmaduraXXI on November 4, 2024, at the Zhuhai Air Show 2024, China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) is set to introduce the l...
Brazilian SIATT MSS ATGM to offer next-gen anti-tank capability with fire-and-forget
The Brazilian defense firm SIATT (Sistemas Integrados de Alto Teor Tecnológico) is making significant strides in anti-tank missile technology with ...
Breaking News: Poland to Send Remaining MiG-29s Fighter Jets to Ukraine After Receiving NATO Replacements
According to information published by the "Poland-24" website on November 3, 2024, Polish President Andrzej Duda announced Poland’s readiness to tr...
Exclusive: Israeli Army Explores Formation of Anti-Tank Units with Seized Hezbollah Kornet and Almas Missiles
In a report published on November 4, 2024, by Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom, the Israeli army is reportedly examining the potential to create spec...
Pakistan Enters into an Agreement with Thailand for 100 Chaiseri First Win MRAP Vehicles
On October 11, 2024, Islamabad signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Thai government to acquire 100 Chaiseri First Win vehicles, desi...
Russia Completes Testing of AM-17 Compact Assault Rifle in Preparation to Replace AKS-74U in Russian Army
The Kalashnikov Concern announced on November 2, 2024, that it has completed state trials of its latest compact assault rifle, the AM-17. With the ...
Accelerated Deliveries for Poland with New Korean K2 Tanks and K9 Howitzers on Way
A new shipment of K2 Black Panther tanks and K9A1 self-propelled howitzers intended for the Polish Armed Forces was recently observed in South Kore...
FOCUS: Russian Piranha 5 pocket drone revolutionizes soldier mobility with four-carry capability
As reported by several Russian media on November 3, 2024, Russia has initiated the mass production of the Piranha 5 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), ...
Russia's New 2S42 Lotos Self-Propelled Howitzer Undergoes Final Field Trial
The 120mm 2S42 "Lotos" self-propelled howitzer, developed by the Central Research Institute for Precision Engineering (TsNIITOCHMASH, a Kalashnikov...
Revolution in Military Camouflage with HT4 Technology Promises Complete Thermal Invisibility
Technological advancements in the military sector continue to bring transformative innovations, and today, a breakthrough in camouflage is set to r...
Taiwan receives first M142 HIMARS shipment from US to counter China’s coastal threats
According to CNA on November 4, 2024, Taiwan received its first shipment of M142 HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems) from the United St...
Varta 2 Ukrainian Next-Generation Armored Vehicle Undergoes State Trials With a View to Future Deployment
The prototype of the Ukrainian armored vehicle "Varta 2" by the company Ukrainian Armor has begun trials as part of its certification process by th...
Breaking News: British MoD Intel Confirms Deployment of 10,000 North Korean Soldiers to Russia Near Ukrainian Border
According to a report published on November 3, 2024, by the British MoD (Ministry of Defense) Defence Intelligence Services, approximately 10,000 ...
Exclusive: Algeria Unveils Newly Acquired Russian-Made 1L260 Zoopark-1M Counter-Battery Radar at Military Parade
Algeria’s armed forces unveiled their newly acquired Russian-made 1L26 Zoopark-1M counter-battery radar system during a grand military parade on No...
Exclusive: Ukraine Secretly Uses US-Made V-BAT Drone to Locate Russian SA-11 Air Defense for HIMARS Strikes
According to information from Defense One published on October 31, 2024, Ukraine has secretly received advanced V-BAT aerial drones to bolster its ...
US provides new military aid for Ukraine with air defense systems anti-tank munitions and Stryker vehicles
On November 1, 2024, the United States Department of Defense unveiled a new military aid package aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s defense against Russ...
Thales Belgium and Ukraine Sign MoU for Joint Production of Counter Drone Missiles
Thales Belgium has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a leading Ukrainian defense company to co-produce Counter-Unmanned Aerial ...
Breaking News: US Deploys Missile Defense Destroyers and B-52 Bombers to Middle East Amid Iran Threats
Amid rising tensions and recent threats from Iran targeting Israel, the U.S. Department of Defense announced on November 1, 2024, that it is deploy...