Weekly Defense News: Global Military Modernization Readiness

November 29, 2024
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Air Platforms

In India’s AMCA production, Saab Offers Gripen-E for MRFA and provides aid.

Under its Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, the Swedish defense behemoth Saab has presented the Indian Air Force (IAF) with a robust bid that includes the Gripen-E fighter...

November 29, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

The Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) Program in India will pave the way for autonomous main battle tanks.

By creating a next-generation main battle tank (MBT) to replace the aging fleet of T-72 tanks, India’s Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) program is paving a way for the...

November 29, 2024
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Air Platforms

The MRFA tender of the IAF may suffer a setback since the cost of manufacturing locally is predicted to rise by $20 to $30 million for each aircraft.

The long-awaited Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender of the Indian Air Force (IAF), which seeks to purchase 114 cutting-edge fighter planes, is facing a new hurdle. The cost...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Armenia Reportedly Eyeing Greek S-300s to Complement Indian Akash and Pinaka Systems

Greece is reportedly considering transferring an unknown number of its S-300 air defense systems to Armenia, which is actively pursuing a comprehensive military modernization program through new arms acquisitions....

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Romania Signs Deal with Turkey’s Otokar for Indigenous COBRA II Tactical Vehicles

Turkish land systems manufacturer Otokar has signed a multi-year contract with Romtehnica, on behalf of the Romanian Ministry of Defense, for the supply of 1,059 COBRA II 4×4 light...

November 28, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

India Validates Submarine-Based Strike Strength with K-4 Missile Test from INS Arighaat

According to a report by The Economic Times on November 28, 2024, India successfully conducted a test launch of its nuclear-capable K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the INS...

November 28, 2024
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Soldier Systems

Robotics and Cyber Technologies Take Center Stage in UK’s Future Soldier Initiative

The British Army is currently undergoing a significant transformation through its Future Soldier Program, a key component of the Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development, and Foreign Policy. This...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Ukraine Reveals Enhanced Leopard 2A4 Tank Model in Field Training

As part of its ongoing initiatives to enhance its military capabilities, the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to introduce new equipment to its units. As part of foreign aid initiatives,...

November 27, 2024
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Weapons and Munition

Turkey’s Defense Firm to Build Ammunition Production Line in Pakistan

Turkish defense company Repkon has partnered with Pakistan’s Wah Industries Limited (WIL) to establish a production and filling line for 155mm artillery shells in Pakistan. This collaboration aims to...

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms

Navantia Finalizes Installation of AIP Hydrogen Propulsion in S-80 Class Sub

Navantia’s shipyard in Cartagena has achieved a significant milestone in the S-80 Programme, completing the installation of the Hydrogen-based Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP) into an S80 class submarine....