According to a PR published by General Atomics on August 15, 2024, the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has finalized a deal to purchase two SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI), with delivery scheduled for 2025. The SeaGuardian drones have been instrumental in various JCG missions, including search and rescue operations, […]
Iran; IRGC unveils new B1 loitering munition
The B1 Suicide UAV is designed for dual functionality, capable of performing both surveillance and kamikaze missions. The UAV has a maximum take-off weight of 7 kilograms and can carry a fragmentation or penetrating warhead, each with a maximum weight of 2 kilograms. This design allows the UAV to be used in various mission profiles, […]
S. Korea; US Approves export of 36 Apache Helicopters
The United States on Monday announced its approval of a $3.5-billion sale to South Korea of up to 36 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and related equipment, including missiles. “The proposed sale will improve the Republic of Korea’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing a credible force capable of deterring adversaries and participating […]
Iraq; MoD eyes purchase of 12 H225M Caracal helicopters from France.
According to Opex360 on August 9, 2024, Iraq may have placed an order for 12 H225M Caracal helicopters from France. Although this development has not been officially confirmed, it represents a potential advancement in the military relationship between the two countries, reflecting ongoing discussions about various defense procurement deals. Attention to the potential order for […]
South Korea; Government blames North Korea of stealing sensitive defense technological data
South Korea’s national security has recently been put to the test by a series of alleged cyberattacks orchestrated by North Korea, aimed at obtaining sensitive technical information on the South’s strategic military equipment. According to the ruling People Power Party (PPP) in South Korea, these attacks have enabled the North to acquire crucial data regarding […]
Israel; U.S to provide $20B in arms
According to a statement from the U.S. State Department dated August 13, 2024, the United States has approved a sale to Israel worth $18 billion for up to 50 new F-15 fighter jets and upgrades for 25 existing F-15I models, including engines, radars, and other equipment. The deal requires Congressional approval and involves the delivery […]
Uzbekistan; MoD orders restoration of Pilatus Cargo Aircraft
Sierra Nevada Corporation has clinched a $64.2-million deal to restore and maintain the Uzbekistan military’s Pilatus PC-12 cargo aircraft. Announced last week, the contract covers return-to-service work for a total of six PC-12s and will include field representative support. The Colorado-based firm will also provide necessary logistics support as part of the agreement. Work for […]
China; MoD unveils YU-10 powerful new torpedo
According to information published by 史画映 on August 4, 2024, China has, for the first time, publicly released footage of a new torpedo exercise. The video shows the stern of a target ship being blown out of the water by a powerful explosion, with a water column reaching an estimated height of 100 meters. This […]
S. Korea; Navy orders logistics support ship
According to a PR published by Hanwha Ocean on July 26, 2024, the company has been selected as the preferred bidder for the Republic of Korea Navy’s next logistics support ship (AOE-II). Hanwha Ocean, led by Vice Chairman Kwon Hyuk-woong, announced on the 25th that it was chosen through a solo bid for the Defense […]
India; Air Force orders 200 Astra Mark 1 AAM for its jet fighters
As reported by NDTV on August 5, 2024, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has authorized the production of 200 Astra Mark 1 air-to-air missiles. This decision was made during a recent visit by IAF Deputy Chief Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit to Hyderabad. The clearance was granted to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and […]