Russian paratrooper BMD-2 and BRT-D vehicles overhauled and modernised

Russian defence holding company Rostezh has announced the handover of another batch of BMD-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFV) and BRT-D Armoured Personnel Carriers (APC) to the VDV…

Russian defence holding company Rostezh has announced the handover of another batch of BMD-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFV) and BRT-D Armoured Personnel Carriers (APC) to the VDV units (Airborne Forces). The vehicles have been overhauled and partially modernised. The 144th Tank Repair Workshop and the Volgograd branch of the Kurganmashzavod plant are to be responsible for the repair and modernisation work. The scale of the modernisation work on the vehicles has not been specified, although in the case of the BMD-2 it may be assumed that its standard will be upgraded to the M version. In December 2018, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced its desire…

Securing the skies: The Air Force's new $13 Billion "Doomsday" aircraft

In a significant development for U.S. military aviation and national security, the Air Force has awarded Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) a monumental $13 billion contract to engineer…

The long road to recognition: Earl Meyer and the Battle for a Purple Heart

After a lengthy 73 years, Earl Meyer, a 96-year-old Korean War veteran from St. Peter, Minnesota, will finally receive the Purple Heart medal, an honor awarded to U.S…

Turreted mortars for the British Army – solutions may be provided by Finland, Israel or Poland

British Army representatives have provided information on plans to procure a 120mm calibre turreted mortar system that would be mounted on ARTEC Boxer wheeled armoured…

China's H-20 stealth bomber falls short in comparison to U.S. counterpart

A U.S. intelligence official recently expressed doubts about the capabilities of China's new Xi’an H-20 stealth bomber, suggesting it is significantly inferior to American models…

Bipartisan Victory: House approves $95 billion defense supplemental for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

In a significant legislative action today, the House of Representatives approved a $95 billion defense supplemental package intended to aid Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan…

CSG sends letter to Senator J. D. Vance

CSG Sends Letter to Senator J.D. Vance Addressing His Concerns Regarding Planned Acquisition of Vista Outdoor’s Sporting Products Business, The Kinetic Group. The letter highlights that…

A new era of warfare: Autonomous weapon systems and the future of combat operations

In today's rapidly evolving world, where technological innovation is dynamically changing the traditional paradigm, this upheaval is no more evident than in the realm of modern…

Asian hypersonic developments

Hypersonic weapons will most likely play a significant role in any future inter-state conflict. States like the United States, Russia, and China are the pioneers and champions…

Iran's attempted sneak attack did not surprise Israel or its allies. Jerusalem is now considering a response

An underestimation of Israeli and Western preparations, a demonstration of inadequate technology, or an unintended display of its own incompetence - that is how analysts…

Czechoslovak Group triumphs in 2023 with significant financial growth and strategic expansions

The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), a notable industrial and technological conglomerate, proudly announced its audited financial outcomes for the year 2023, showcasing remarkable growth across its…

Lithuania partners with Rheinmetall to build 155mm ammunition plant

In a significant move to strengthen its military capabilities and support Ukraine, Lithuania has teamed up with German defense manufacturer Rheinmetall to construct a 155mm…