Netherlands to "Quickly Assemble" Patriot Air Defense System for Ukraine
The Dutch government has proposed the rapid assembly and delivery of a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine in collaboration with several European partners. The Netherlands will contribute core components and parts from its own stock, and has identified other European countries that could provide additional Patriot parts and munitions
Spain to Send Patriot Missiles, Leopard Tanks to Ukraine in €1.13B Weapon...
Spain plans to deliver a significant weapons package to Ukraine, including Patriot missiles and Leopard tanks, as part of a €1.13 billion ($1
New Russian D-30SN Glide Munition Better than GBU-39 Small Diameter Bomb?
Russia has begun deploying its latest munition, the D30SN glide bomb, in Ukraine, featuring an additional engine that enhances its glide range beyond comparable weapons. The first clear footage of the D30SNs deployment by the Russian Aerospace Forces appeared online recently
HIMARS No Longer a Difficult Target: Russia MoD
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on May 26 that the Vostok Group of Forces' anti-aircraft gunners have neutralized Western-made projectiles and missiles, including the HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System), which are no longer considered difficult targets. This is attributed to the capabilities of the Buk-M1 surface-to-air missile system
New U.S. Weapons Package to Ukraine to Counter Russian Assault on Kharkiv...
The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a new security assistance package valued at $275 million today to meet Ukraine's critical security and defense needs amid intensified Russian assaults near Kharkiv. “This PDA package, which is part of our efforts to help Ukraine repel Russia's assault near Kharkiv, has an estimated value...
Ukrainian 'Sea Baby' USV Fitted with 122mm Grad Rocket Launchers
Ukrainian Forces have integrated the GRAD 122mm artillery rocket system onto their Sea Baby unmanned surface vessels (USV) funded through the UNITED24 platform. Reports indicate that these modified drones have already commenced active operations, targeting Russian positions both at sea and along the shorelines
BAE Systems Secures Contract with Sweden for New CV90 Vehicles
BAE Systems signed a contract on Tuesday with the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) for new CV9035 MkIIIC vehicles, along with integrated logistic support. This contract will supply new-build CV90s to replenish the Swedish Armys fleet, replacing the CV9040 vehicles donated to Ukraine by the Swedish government
Ukrainian Soldiers Complete F-16 Maintenance Training in the Netherlands
Ten Ukrainian soldiers have completed a specialized training program in the Netherlands, focusing on the maintenance of F-16 fighter aircraft. This training is part of the Netherlands' commitment to provide at least 24 F-16s to Ukraine, which require regular maintenance to ensure operational readiness
Russia Claims it Shot Down 12 Scalp-EG Missiles, Ukraine Says One Russian...
Russian sources report intercepting at least 12 SCALP-EG missiles, while Ukraine claims to have destroyed a Russian minesweeper. Russian military channels, including the
Fires Rise as Russian Novorossiysk Port, Oil Depot Hit Massive Drone Attack
Novorossiysk, a key city in Russia's Krasnodar Territory, fell under attack during the late hours of Friday, May 17, as drones targeted critical facilities, including oil depots and terminals. According to reports from the Russian publication
Netherlands Allocates €500M for Extra Ammunition
In response to escalating global tensions and a heightened threat of large-scale conflict, the Dutch Ministry of Defense has swiftly allocated an additional €500 million to expedite the procurement of essential ammunition supplies. State Secretary Christophe van der Maat
Ukrainian ATACMS Strikes Target Russian S-400, Fighters in Crimea
Russian military installations in Crimea, including airbases housing S-400 systems and fighter aircraft like Su-24 and Su-25, were targeted by long-range ATACMS missiles launched by Ukrainian forces. The strikes, confirmed by both Ukrainian and Russian agencies, utilized advanced American-made Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) rockets
Belgium Gets U.S. Clearance to Buy Small Diameter Bombs for F-35 Jets...
Hanwha Introduces New KF-21 Engine Prototype at FIA-24
Russia's UEC Opens Plant to Speed up Engine Production for MC-21, SSJ...
Israel Aerospace Unveils ‘WIND DEMON’ Stealthy Air-To-Surface Cruise Missile at FIA-24
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...
Development Trends in Unmanned Surface Vessels
Unmanned surface vessels (USVs) have caught the attention of the world following their spectacular success in sinking Russian warships in...