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July 22, 2025
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Leonardo Unveils New 55-Caliber Cannon for Italy’s Next-Gen Battle Tank

Italian armaments leader Leonardo has revealed a next-generation 120mm L55 tank gun, which promises higher muzzle velocity and improved performance compared to previous variants. The advanced L55, developed entirely...

July 22, 2025
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Czech Republic May Halt Payments Due to Caesar Howitzer Delivery Setbacks

The Czech government is considering suspending advance payments for the acquisition of 62 Caesar 8×8 self-propelled howitzers from French defense contractor KNDS, citing repeated contractual non-compliance and ongoing delivery...

July 22, 2025
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Turkey Debuts Drone-Disabling Laser Tank for Modern Battlefield

Turkey has unveiled the ALKA-KAPLAN—a hybrid tracked combat vehicle merged with a high-energy laser weapon, purpose-built for neutralizing modern battlefield drone threats. Developed collaboratively by ROKETSAN and FNSS, this...

July 21, 2025
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AM General receives a $150 million order from Israel for a fleet of humvees for the IDF.

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has finalized a $150-million agreement with US-based AM General to acquire hundreds of Humvees and related spare parts, funded through US military aid. The vehicles...

July 21, 2025
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In Paris, the French Army presents the Griffon mortar carrier version.

France has showcased its Griffon MEPAC (On-Board Mortar for Contact Support), a self-propelled variant of the 6×6 Griffon armored vehicle, publicly unveiled during Bastille Day after successful field tests....

July 21, 2025
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First Improved Ariete C2 Tank Delivered to Italian Army

The Italian Army has received the first upgraded Ariete C2 main battle tank, delivered by the Iveco-Oto Melara (CIO) consortium. Part of a 90-unit modernization program, the C2 upgrade...

July 20, 2025
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Belgium unveils Griffon and Falcon CLV armored vehicles during National Day military parade 2025.

Ahead of Belgium’s 2025 National Day celebrations, the Belgian Army showcased its latest armored vehicles, including the Belgian-assembled Griffon 6×6, during full-dress rehearsals in Brussels. This event, more than...

July 16, 2025
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Denmark Acquires 129 Popular Armored Vehicles From Patria

Denmark has placed an order with Finnish defense company Patria for 129 units of the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) 6×6. Deliveries are set to begin this year to...

July 15, 2025
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The development of a hydrogen-powered K3 Main Battle Tank is underway in South Korea.

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem has launched development of the K3 main battle tank, envisioned as the successor to the K2. Supported by key defense agencies, the platform will first...

July 14, 2025
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To aid in combined operations with its European allies, Denmark purchases 129 Patria 6×6 automobiles from Finland.

Denmark has solidified its commitment to the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme by signing the final three agreements—covering R&D, framework governance, and life cycle management—completing its formal accession...