Defense News Army 2024
German Army Acquires Up to 6,500 Unprotected Trucks from Rheinmetall
The Budget Committee of the German Bundestag approved on June 26, 2024, the purchase by the Bundeswehr of up to 6,500 unprotected transport trucks,...
Germany and Norway Collaborate on New Supersonic Missile
The German parliament has approved funding for the development of a new supersonic anti-ship missile in collaboration with Norway. On June 26, the ...
ANALYSIS : Despite the risks, the war in southern Lebanon remains an opportunity for Israel
There are also significant strategic questions, such as the support of the United States and the reaction of the international community in the eve...
German company Rheinmetall and American company Anduril partner to develop AI-powered drone defense systems
On June 19, 2024, the German company Rheinmetall and the US company Anduril Industries signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Eurosatory 202...
United States and Its Asian Allies Train Amidst Rising Tensions with China and North Korea
The United States concluded its first multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea on Saturday, June 29, 2024, marking a s...
Ukrainian Armed Forces Receive Italian Puma APCs
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the deployment of Italian Puma armored personnel carriers (APCs) within its military forces. Accord...
SPX presents new C-UAS system nammed Backtalon
SPX Communication Technologies, a specialist in radio frequency (RF) technology, is launching the BLACKTALON ecosystem today, a new capability for ...
Italy Commits to Strengthening Ukraine's Air Defense Capabilities with SAMP/T Systems
Italy has decided to enhance Ukraine's air defense capabilities. Defense Minister Guido Crosetto appeared before the intelligence committee to disc...
Norway Orders Advanced NASAMS Air Defence Missile Systems
According to information released by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace on June 28, 2024, the Norway has ordered new NASAMS air defense systems from Kon...
Patria Demonstrates New FAMOUS All-Terrain Tracked Vehicle Maneuvering in Snowy Finnish Forests
On June 28, 2024, a video released on social media showcased for the first time the new FAMOUS (Future Highly Mobile Augmented Armoured Systems) AT...
Serbia Continues to Purchase Chinese Equipment with Acquisition of HQ-17AE Air Defense Missile Systems
According to a post published by the Serbian Journalist Peter Voinovich on his X account on June 27, 2024, the Serbian Armed Forces have taken deli...
Polish Army to Enhance Strike Capabilities with Advanced GLADIUS Reconnaissance Drone System
On June 27, 2024, the Polish WB Group released an image of the advanced GLADIUS system, which will soon be delivered to the Polish Army, enhancing ...
US and Israel Discuss Transferring Patriot Air Defense Systems to Ukraine
In ongoing discussions reported by CNN on June 27, 2024, the United States, Israel, and Ukraine are considering transferring Patriot air defense sy...
Italian Army reaches 150 Centauro II anti-tank vehicles with a new delivery of 28 units
On June 27, 2024, the Iveco-Oto Melara Consortium signed a contract with the Italian Secretariat of Defence (Segredifesa) Land Armaments Directorat...
Russian forces begin deployment of heavily armed Baba Yaga drones for munitions drops
In southern Donetsk, the introduction of heavy industrial drones into military operations signifies a significant shift in tactical approaches. Rus...
US Army Begins Operational Testing of New M10 Booker Fire Support Combat Vehicle at Ft. Liberty
The U.S. Army will begin rigorous operational testing of the new M10 Booker fire support tracked combat vehicle over the next three months at Ft. L...
US Marines Conduct Drone Tracking Exercise with Multi-Mission Hemispheric Radar mounted on Humvee
On April 4, 2024, High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV) from the US Marine Corps, equipped with the Multi-Mission Hemispheric Radar (...
47 US M1A1 Abrams tanks arrive in Poland in response to Russian actions in Ukraine
On June 27, 2024, the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces announced the completion of the delivery of 116 M1A1 Abrams tanks, finalized a year ...
Ukrainian Forces Use 203mm US Ammunition with Russian 2S7 Self-Propelled Howitzer
Recent images shared on social media by the Ukrainian government show Ukrainian forces using Russian equipment with American ammunition. This somew...
Taiwan Unveils New D2 Fire Support Armored Vehicle with 105mm Cannon to Counter Chinese Tanks
The Taiwanese Ministry of National Defense has unveiled the new D2 prototype, a state-of-the-art 8x8 armored vehicle designed to enhance Taiwan's a...
