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The Brazilian Army has conducted field acceptance tests on the second prototype of its upgraded remotely operated weapon system, the UT30BR2, according to the Tecnologia & Defesa. The tests were carried out on October 9 and 16 by personnel from the Army’s Manufacturing Directorate (Diretoria de Fabricação, DF) and the War Arsenal of Rio (Arsenal […] The post Brazilian army evaluates new UT30BR2 turret on Guarani vehicle first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

The Italian Army has taken delivery of its first Skynex air defense system from Rheinmetall. According to a press release from Rheinmetall, the first Skynex battery was officially handed over on Dec. 18, 2025, at the Italian Army’s Air Defence Artillery Command in Sabaudia. The system gives Italy the ability to defend against air attacks […]View the full article

Russian engineers have developed a remotely operated assault bridge system called Impulse-M, presented as one of the first robotic bridge-laying platforms intended to speed river and ravine crossings without exposing engineers to frontline risk. The vehicle, built on the NRTK “Impulse” chassis, is designed to emplace a six-metre bridge and has a reported full mass […]View the full article

French technology company MERIO has announced the development of a new unmanned system designed to guide precision weapons using a laser beam, a capability aimed at improving strike accuracy while keeping human operators safely out of harm’s way. The system enables a drone to “illuminate” or mark targets with a laser designator, allowing heavier strike […]View the full article

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) is evaluating the U.S.-developed Chaparral unmanned aerial system for logistics operations between islands, a move aimed at strengthening Japan’s ability to support remote units across its maritime domain. Developed by California-based Elroy Air, the Chaparral is a hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) cargo drone designed to perform autonomous […]View the full article

U.S. Marine Corps F-35 fighter jets destroyed Venezuelan Air Force aircraft during precision strikes on air bases across Venezuela, according to local reports describing the operation. The reports said Marine Corps F-35s carried out targeted attacks on Venezuelan fighter aviation bases shortly after missile strikes hit areas hosting long-range air defense systems, including S-300V and […]View the full article

Canadian defense manufacturer GSCI Advanced Photonics is gaining attention from military and law enforcement users for its electro-optical systems that emphasize precision, ruggedness, and modular integration. Known formally as General Starlight Company Inc. and based in Vaughan, Ontario, GSCI’s product line is increasingly used in operational environments where reliability under pressure is non-negotiable. At the […] The post Canadian tactical gear gains combat credibility first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has confirmed it will acquire 36 Rui Yuan II drones under a newly authorized special defense budget totaling NT$12.6 billion (approx. USD $402 million). The procurement is scheduled to take place between 2026 and 2029, with the platforms intended to support long-range surveillance, electronic intelligence, and maritime reconnaissance missions. The […]View the full article

The Philippine Marine Corps publicly revealed its first operational BrahMos shore-based missile battery during a ceremony marking the service’s 75th anniversary, underscoring Manila’s continued effort to strengthen coastal defense as tensions persist in the South China Sea. The system, positioned in Zambales, is located within range of Scarborough Shoal. The location was shown in footage […]View the full article

The United States Air Force has awarded Boeing a ceiling $900 million contract to sustain and support the T-38C Talon avionics system, extending support for one of the service’s core pilot training aircraft through March 31, 2036. The contract, awarded to Boeing’s St. Louis, Missouri, operations on March 31, 2026, covers total life-cycle support for […]View the full article

Israel’s Elbit Systems Ltd. announced it has secured a $1.635 billion contract to provide a broad range of advanced defense systems to an undisclosed European country. The contract, set to run over five years, encompasses long-range precision strike capabilities, unmanned aerial systems, and state-of-the-art intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) technologies. According to the […] The post Israel’s Elbit wins $1.6B deal from undisclosed European buyer first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

The French defense supplier Arquus has confirmed a contract to deliver 61 Bastion armored vehicles to Ukraine. According to the latest Rapport de mission released by John Cockerill, Arquus, which operates as a subsidiary of the company, said it “has also signed a contract for the delivery of 61 Bastion vehicles for Ukraine.” The report […] The post Arquus to deliver 61 Bastion vehicles to Ukraine first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

Cambodian military forces have captured a Thai Army BTR-3E1 armored vehicle near the Thai-Cambodian border, marking the first confirmed battlefield trophy of the latest phase of fighting between the two countries. Photos circulating on social media show soldiers from the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces posing alongside a BTR-3E1 infantry fighting vehicle after it was abandoned […]View the full article

The UK-built HYDRA-400 ultra heavy-lift drone has successfully completed its first flight, according to a report by The Daily Express, drawing interest from the British Army and several NATO partners. The aircraft, developed by Hampshire-based manufacturer Hybrid Drones, is described as a first-in-class ultra heavy-lift uncrewed aerial vehicle capable of lifting up to 400 kilograms. […]View the full article

Americas Boeing won a $12.1 million delivery order for the KC46 commercial common depot level repairables strategic repair contract. The performance completion date is April 6, 2026. Using military service is Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2025 through 2026 Air Force working capital funds. The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The US Marine Corps has received its final MQ-9A Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems at the Grey Butte Field Airport in California. Its delivery marks the conclusion of the corps’ three-year acquisition campaign, one of defense’s efforts t…

Taiwan’s domestically built Hai Kun submarine experienced a serious hydraulic system failure during sea trials, temporarily leaving the vessel without powered control of its X-shaped stern rudder and forcing sailors to rely on manual steering to avoid an accident, according to an exclusive report by Mirror Media. The incident occurred during the submarine’s second sea […]View the full article

The Chinese Ministry of National Defense issued a sharp warning to Washington on Friday over provisions in the newly passed U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that include expanded military support for Taiwan, calling the move a provocative escalation that threatens regional stability. Speaking in Beijing, Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang criticized the Taiwan-related elements […] The post China slams U.S. over Taiwan defense bill first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

The State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Germany for Standard Missile 6 Block I and Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC systems, along with associated equipment and support, at an estimated cost of $3.5 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has delivered the required certification notifying Congress. According to the announcement, […]View the full article

Denmark has purchased MBDA France’s VL MICA air defense system, according to a statement released by the Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organization (FMI). The contract, signed as part of the Danish military’s accelerated investment strategy, will deliver two “fire units” of the VL MICA surface-to-air missile system. The acquisition is part of an early-phase […] The post Denmark buys VL MICA air defense system first appeared on Defence Blog.View the full article

Peru has chosen Israel’s Plasan Sasa Ltd. to supply 56 Sandcat EX12 armored vehicles to the National Police, according to a report from Defensa. The contract was awarded under International Competition No. 003‑2025, launched by the Ministry of the Interior for a multipurpose 4×4 armored vehicle program aimed at strengthening riot‑control and public‑security capabilities. According […]View the full article