Defense News Army 2024
Ukraine Boosts Its Artillery Capabilities with 30 Czech Dana M2 152mm Howitzers
The Czech Republic has delivered approximately 30 Dana M2 152mm wheeled self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine, enhancing its artillery capabilities. ...
US Patriot Missiles in Ukraine Demonstrate High Efficiency in Intercepting Russian Aerial Threats
According to combat experiences shared by Ukrainian soldiers, the American Patriot air defense missile system has demonstrated high efficiency in i...
FN EVOLYS ultralight machine gun from FN Herstal enters service in France and Belgium
Nicholas Drummond, in a video published on X (formerly Twitter), highlighted the imminent entry into service of the EVOLYS in France and Belgium an...
Lithuania to acquire new Swedish Saab RBS 70 NG MSHORAD
The Lithuanian government has officially entered into an agreement with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration for the joint purchase of an un...
US 101st Airborne and 1st Infantry Division practice howitzer sling load transport in Romania
During a comprehensive two-day training event that took place at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base in Romania on January 4th and 5th, 2024, the Bravo "B...
Estonia acquires Polish Piorun air defense systems
Estonia has acquired Polish PPZR Piorun anti-aircraft systems, enhancing its short-range air defense capabilities. The Estonian Defense Investments...
El Salvador introduces first RQ-20 Puma UAV for anti-narcotics operations
The Salvadoran military has expanded its surveillance capabilities by adding four AeroVironment RQ-20 Puma Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The Sal...
US DoD awards Raytheon $48Mn contract to upgrade sentinel A3 radar systems
On December 29, 2023, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) announced the awarding of a $48.1 million contract to Raytheon Technologies Cor...
Breaking News: Ukraine Confirms Use of North Korean Missiles by Russia in Recent Strikes
According to images released by the International Press Agency Reuters on January 6, 2024, it has been confirmed that Russia used North Korean-made...
North Korea Launches Massive Production of Locally-Made KN-24 Ballistic Missile Launchers
Newly released images from the North Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) indicate that North Korea has ramped up the production of its KN-24 short-ra...
Swedish Archer 155mm Howitzer Is Now Combat Proven in Ukraine Against Russian Forces
The 45th Air Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian armed forces has successfully employed the Swedish-donated Archer 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitz...
Lithuania receives 120-MX2-SM towed mortars from EXPAL Systems
As part of an upgrade to its artillery capabilities, the Lithuanian Armed Forces have added a new series of 120 mm Expal 120-MX2-SM towed mortars. ...
Germany sends Marder 1A3 IFVs to equip two Ukrainian battalions
On 4 January 2024, Germany announced a new aid package for Ukraine, including 10 new Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles. This brings the total n...
Russia further increases defense budget and military complex in 2024
Russia has planned a $45 billion increase in its military budget for 2024, despite international sanctions. This raises the question: how is Russia...
Indian Army to get new BEML Mechanical Minefield Marking Equipment
On January 4, 2024, the Indian government concluded a contract with BEML Ltd for an amount of 329 crores rupees (39.5 million dollars) as part of s...
CSM Industry from Slovakia to supply Ukrainian Army with T-55-based demining vehicle
Slovak defense and engineering company CSM Industry, which produces special multi-functional excavators UDS on Rheinmetall MAN, Tatra and Iveco cha...
Germany Delivers First Skynex Air Defense System to Ukraine
Berlin, Germany, January 4, 2024 – The German Ministry of Defense has confirmed the delivery of the first Skynex air defense system to Ukraine, alo...
Army Recognition Official Online Show Daily & Web TV International Defense Exhibitions 2024
Army Recognition, known as one of the most popular online defense and security magazines, serves as the Official Online Show Daily News and Officia...
Finland’s army to receive more Patria 6x6 armored vehicles
The Finnish Defence Forces have exercised their additional purchase option, acquiring more Patria 6x6 armored vehicles as part of the agreement sig...
Indigenous MANPADS Man-Portable Air Defense Missile System gears up for user trials in India
India is gearing up to commence user trials for its domestically developed man-portable air defense missile system, designed to eliminate hostile a...
