Tensions between Israel and Colombia have escalated to a critical juncture, with Israel imposing an embargo on the Colombian defense industry in response to President Gustavo Petro's expressions of support for the Palestinian group Hamas. This diplomatic crisis unfolds against the backdrop of recent actions and statements by both nations
Ukrainian armed forces are set to deploy more advanced Switchblade 600 kamikaze drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) enable the targeting and elimination of high-value assets situated behind the front lines
Lockheed Martin Australia has been selected as the strategic partner for Australia's Joint Air Battle Management System (JABMS), a crucial component of the nation's Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) capability. This multi-million-dollar initiative, announced recently, is set to redefine the way the Australian Defence Force manages its air battle operations
The maiden flight of the AH-64E Apache Version 6.5 demonstrated Boeing's integration of software upgrades that augment its capabilities and enhance the pilot interface
A rising concern for the Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is the surge in laser pointer incidents jeopardizing Air Force aircraft, particularly during nighttime operations. Laser pointers, typically associated with classroom presentations or pet entertainment, are increasingly disrupting flight operations and posing serious challenges to pilots
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has advanced its Aerial Recovery System for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems/Air-Launched Effects (SUAS/ALE)
The Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) and the General Authority for Defense Development have jointly announced the initiation of two indigenous defense programs as part of their strategy to localize 50% of the Kingdom's defense spending by 2030. These programs, valued at 664 million Saudi riyals, are scheduled to span four years
Approximately 1,000 Ukrainian marines are returning to their homeland following an intensive six-month training program conducted by the Royal Marines and Army Commandos of the United Kingdom. This transformative training, supported by international partners, has prepared the Ukrainian forces to take part in small boat amphibious operations, including beach raids employing inflatable boats
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Sweden has contributed 10 Stridsvagn-122 armored tanks to Ukraine's battlefield, operated by Ukrainian crews trained in Sweden. These tanks have long served as the backbone of Swedish mechanized brigades, with over 3,600 in operation