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April 1, 2025
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With R-73 missiles, Ukraine introduces a Humvee-based air defense system.

The US High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles, also known as the Humvee, served as the foundation for Ukraine’s mobile air defense system. Kyiv’s modified surface-to-air missile vehicle prioritizes maneuverability...

March 24, 2025
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The US Long-Range Missiles Are Battle-Tested in the Australian Army

Following a 2023 defense strategic review, Australia’s army expedited the acquisition of the HIMARS system, a “game changer” mobile long-range US rocket system that Ukraine utilized with devastating effect...

March 24, 2025
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The first HIMARS for Australia is delivered by the US

As part of a foreign military sale agreement with the US, the Australian Defence Force has taken delivery of its first M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). The...

March 19, 2025
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Counter-drone technology created by Saab in Sweden in just three months is unveiled.

In a record 84 days, Sweden and Saab have created and tested a counter-unmanned aerial system (UAS). The “Loke,” a modular and scalable mobile c-UAS technology, was introduced by...

March 18, 2025
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Smart Land Defense Camouflage Technology Developed by European Defence Agency

The first phase of a project to create intelligent camouflage technologies for military vehicles and gear has come to an end, according to the European Defense Agency (EDA). The...

March 17, 2025
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MilDef to Provide Cybersecurity Parts for BAE Systems CV90 Vehicles

The deal, worth 40 million Swedish krona ($3.9 million), will see military tech business MilDef provide tough cybersecurity equipment for BAE Systems Hägglunds’ CV90 tracked armored combat vehicles. The...

March 17, 2025
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For Arctic missions, Royal Marines Commandos are given snowmobiles with higher speeds.

To improve their capacity for reconnaissance, raids, and strike operations in the Arctic, the Royal Marines Commandos have acquired 159 new snowmobiles. The Lynx Brutal Over Snow Reconnaissance Vehicles...

March 17, 2025
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The Indian military trials its ‘VEER’ electric all-terrain stealth vehicle.

The VEER electric tactical all-terrain vehicle (E-TATV) made in India has undergone its first military testing to determine if it may be used in defense. The testing comes after...

March 13, 2025
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French Caesar considered as a potential replacement for Soviet artillery in Bulgaria

As a substitute for the Soviet 2S1 “Gvozdika” 122-mm self-propelled artillery systems, Bulgaria is contemplating purchasing the Caesar self-propelled 155mm howitzer. In addition to the IRIS-T air defense system,...

March 12, 2025
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Indian Army T-72 Soviet battle tanks to get new engines from Russia

Rosoboronexport has been granted a $248 million contract by the Indian Ministry of Defense to provide contemporary engines for the army’s T-72 Ural main battle tanks. The agreement stipulates...