According to Bloomberg on April 8, 2024, Germany’s government is set to initiate military investments and order up to 900 Fuchs 6×6 armored Personnel carriers (APCs), with a projected value of up to €4 billion. The government intends to confirm an order for as many as 900 Fuchs 6×6 armored personnel carriers (APCs), with a […]
Germany; Navy orders two F126 frigates
According to information published by Bloomberg on April 8, 2024, Germany is to order two additional F126 frigates from the Dutch company Damen. The F126 frigate, also known as the Saarland-class frigate, represents the next generation of surface warships for the German Navy, aiming to replace the F123 Brandenburg-class frigates. The project, which began with […]
Burkina Faso; Air Force unveils Turkish Akinci drones
Burkina Faso unveiled its new long-range combat drone, Akinci, on April 8, 2024, marking a significant development in its efforts to enhance defense capabilities against regional terrorist and insurgent groups. The two Akinci drones, presented to the military during a ceremony presided over by the head of the junta, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, are part of […]
Russia; Rostec develops anti-tank Ammo after studying Captured Ukrainian Leopard and M2A2
Using captured German Leopard tanks and US Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles, Russia is developing new anti-tank ammunition. By studying these war trophies, Russia’s state arms manufacturer, Rostec, has announced the development of a new line of upgraded tank shells based on the analysis of captured Western armored vehicles. Russia preparing also a hypothetical escalation in […]
India; Army receives Russian Igla-S MANPADS
India has recently fortified its air defense capabilities by acquiring a new batch of Igla-S Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) from Russia, intended for deployment along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This initial delivery of Igla-S MANPADS includes 24 launchers and 100 missiles, forming part of a broader agreement that will see subsequent […]
Romania; Army to field test Korean K2 MBT
Romania is set to conduct field and firing tests of the South Korean K2 Black Panther Main Battle Tank (MBT) in anticipation of a landmark military acquisition. This development, revealed in a recent post on the X Account of @mason_8718 on April 5, highlights Romania’s commitment to significantly upgrading its armored forces. The tests, scheduled […]
Thailand; Army orders Chinese GQL-111 mobile bridge system
Thailand has recently confirmed the acquisition of the GQL-111 bridging system, designed and manufactured in China. This system is known for its ability to provide crucial logistical support in varied operational environments, marking a significant development in military engineering infrastructure. The GQL-111 is a scissor-type bridge system, carried and deployed from an 8×8 all-terrain truck […]
Ecuador ; Army receives its initial t MBombe AFV from South Africa
The South American country’s army will deploy its Mbombe in surveillance and control operations on its northern border The Ecuadorian Army received the first units of its new Paramount Group MBombe Type 6×6 armored vehicle (with an olive green paint scheme). This South African-made vehicle is a 6×6 that has the capacity to carry up […]
India; Navy awaits delivery of 2 new Russian Talwar class frigates
According to information published by Bloomberg on April 5, 2024, the Indian Navy is set to receive two Project 11356 (Talwar-class) frigates from Russia before 2025. The agreement for these frigates was signed between India and Russia in October 2018, with a follow-on contract for additional ships to be constructed in India inked in January […]
Norway; Government to increase military spending
Norway has announced plans to increase its military spending by approximately $56 billion over the next twelve years, until 2036. This decision by the Norwegian government revealed on April 5, 2024, aims to strengthen the nation’s defense in response to Russia and other security challenges. This substantial increase in military expenditure will elevate the total […]