Defense News Army 2024
Brazilian air force plans a new squadron of Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighters
The Brazilian Air Force is considering a new squadron of Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighters. According to an order issued on March 5, 2024, by the Brazili...
China unveils upgraded version of Tianying stealth UAV
In late February, state-owned broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV) released video imagery showcasing continued development progress on the T...
Putin says Russia ready for nuclear war
Amid escalating tensions with the West, Russian President Vladimir Putin recently stated that his country is "technically ready" for nuclear war. T...
China Unveils New 155mm Wheeled Artillery System Mirroring German RCH 155 8x8 Howitzer
In a recent unveiling that has caught the attention of military analysts and defense enthusiasts worldwide, NORINCO, a prominent Chinese defense co...
US Army allocates record budget for NGSW Next Generation Squad Weapons in 2025
As reported by Davis on March 11, 2024, the US Army's budgetary plan for the fiscal year 2025 indicates a notable increase in allocations for the N...
US announces new military aid for Ukraine with air defense - artillery - anti-tank weapons
On march 12, 2024, the United States announced at the Pentagon Press Briefing an emergency military aid package of $300 million to support Ukraine,...
Ukraine to mass-produce multipurpose robotic platforms
Ukraine is gearing up to commence mass production of versatile ground robotic platforms for frontline missions, according to Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukra...
UK initiates replacement of SA80 assault rifle in British army
In January 2024, the British Army announced the beginning of the reduction in production of its existing assault rifle, the SA80, also known as the...
United States announces full rate production for F-35 Lightning II program
The United States has announced that the F-35 Lightning II aircraft program has officially entered full-rate production. This milestone was confirm...
French SpecOps use Sky-hero Sigyn UGV and Loki UAV to reduce casualties
The French Army has recently integrated Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) into their Special Operations forces. L...
Poland to acquire $3.68 Billion worth of US air-to-air and air-to-surface missiles
On March 12, 2024, the US State Department approved three potential Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of missiles to Poland. The total estimated cost fo...
Netherlands and Germany show strength in exercise Allied Spirit 24
In a concerted effort to strengthen alliances and improve combat readiness across its member states, the 414 Panzer Battalion of the Royal Netherla...
Pakistan unveils new Shahpar II unmanned combat aerial vehicle
Pakistan's state-owned defense consortium, Global Industrial & Defence Solutions (GIDS), recently caught the international spotlight by unveili...
Denmark amplifies support for Ukraine with CAESAR self-propelled howitzer
On March 12, 2024, Denmark announced a significant new military assistance package for Ukraine, marking the sixteenth instance of support since the...
Rheinmetall to supply €208Mn-worth 155mm artillery ammunition to Spanish army
The Spanish government has commissioned Rheinmetall, the world's largest manufacturer of artillery ammunition, to supply a total of 94,200 155mm ro...
Breaking News: US Prepares New Military Aid for Ukraine Including ATACMS Missiles & Guided Rockets
The United States is reportedly in the final stages of unveiling a new military aid package for Ukraine valued at $300 million, according to the "P...
Cargo plane Ilyushin IL-76 crash near Ivanovo in heart of Russia
On Tuesday, March 11, 2024, Russia announced an IL-76 crash down near Ivanovo (200 km northeast of Moscow). During a test flight, a cargo plane had...
U-2 Dragon Lady spy plane appears in Polish skies
Dragon Lady strategic reconnaissance aircraft was spotted flying through Polish airspace. This notable event was documented by aviation photographe...
United States is struggling to replace the weapons sent to Ukraine
The United States is grappling with a significant challenge in replenishing the military weapons it has sent to Ukraine, with the Pentagon facing a...
NATO Intel Reports: Russia Produces Up to 125 Tanks and 250,000 Artillery Munitions Monthly
In the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the preparations for a possible new offensive, the production capacities and strategies of Ru...