Defense News Army 2024
Norway maintains an Arctic base for long-range drones
Norway has declared an expansion of Andøya Air Station to transform it into a pivotal hub for long-range drone operations and the development of sp...
Ukrainian Intelligence Reveals Russia's Arsenal of 950 Missiles with Monthly Production Capacity of 100
On April 2, 2024, Ukrainian intelligence reported via the "Ukrainska Pravda" website that Russia possesses approximately 950 missiles that can be u...
US Navy places an order for 17 Super Hornets with Boeing
The U.S. Navy entered into a $1.3 billion contract with Boeing on March 19 for the procurement of 17 F/A-18 Super Hornets. This deal also includes ...
India succefully test last generation ballistic missile AGNI-PRIME
India’s Strategic Forces Command (SFC) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) celebrated the successful flight test of the Agni-P...
NATO Secretary General proposes $107 billion plan for long-term Ukrainian support
On April 2, 2024, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, speaking at a press conference ahead of a meeting held at Brussels, Belgium, with NATO f...
US confirms future deployment of Medium-Range Missiles in Asia-Pacific
General Charles Flynn, the commanding general of the U.S. Army in the Pacific, during an interaction with The Asahi Shimbun and other media organiz...
Iraq Launches Local Production of Chinese VN22 Armored Vehicles
According to a video published on April 1, 2024, by the Iraqi Defence Industries Commission (DIC), Iraq has reportedly launched the local productio...
Kalashnikov group reveils details about new targeting and reconnaisance SKAT 350m UAV
During the Expotechnostrazh the exhibition of advanced technologies for ensuring the security of the people, society, and the state, tha...
Greece approves purchase of 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from US
On April 3rd, 2024, the Greek government officially sanctioned the acquisition of 35 UH-60M Blackhawk helicopters from Lockheed Martin Corp, a lead...
Russia plans to develop new fighter aircraft based on MiG-23 and MiG-27 designs
According to information published by the Russian media Kherson News on April 2, 2024, Russia is set to relaunch its military aviation capabilities...
Iran provides Russia with Iranian-made 122mm mortar shells
On April 4, 2024, the Ukrainian Armed Forces posted images on their social media platforms documenting the receipt by Russian forces of Iranian-mad...
UK to supply Ukraine with two MW370 minefields clearing armored vehicles
According to an official statement from the UK Ministry of Defense, Ukraine will receive two MW370 mine clearance vehicles made by the British Comp...
British Royal Marines to be equipped with 159 new snow vehicles
The British Royal Marines are set to enhance their operational capabilities in extreme environments with the acquisition of new vehicles specifical...
Australia successfully tests automation of M113 Armored Personnel Carrier
In partnership with the national defense industry on April 3, 2024, the Australian Army successfully conducted tests on a M113 Armoured Personnel C...
Analysis: What Is the Hwasong-16B Hypersonic Missile Recently Tested by North Korea?
On April 3, 2024, North Korea announced the testing of a new missile, referred to as the Hwasongpo-16na or Hwasong-16B, depending on the source. Th...
Philippines secures C-130J-30 Super Hercules Acquisition Contract with US
On March 26, 2024, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) of the Philippines made the third payment, marking a milestone of the MYOA (Milest...
US Converts F-16 Fighter into Unmanned Aircraft with Latest Modifications
On April 1, 2024, the 96th and 53rd Wings at Eglin Air Force Base welcomed the first batch of three F-16 Fighting Falcons, paving the way for their...
Estonia Discusses Multi-Billion Euro Ammunition Aid for Ukraine Seeking Allied Support
In an interview with Postimees, Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur discussed the possibility of Estonia acquiring €2-3 billion worth of artille...
First FNSS Kaplan MT 'Harimau' Medium Tanks Enter Service with Indonesian Army
According to information published on March 29, 2024, by the "Defense Studies" Blog, the Indonesian army has received its first medium tank Kaplan ...
Türkiye's military vehicle manufacturer Otokar strengthens its presence in South America
Otokar, the Turkish land systems manufacturer, is reinforcing its foothold in the South American market by participating in LAAD 2024, the premier ...
