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From rumor to reality: Iran expands Air Force with Su-35 purchase

From rumor to reality: Iran expands Air Force with Su-35 purchase

In a move that could considerably shift the military balance in the Middle East, a senior Iranian military official has reportedly confirmed that Tehran has completed the purchase…

28. 01. 2025
UK secures future nuclear deterrence with $11B Rolls-Royce ‘Unity’ contract

UK secures future nuclear deterrence with $11B Rolls-Royce ‘Unity’ contract

The United Kingdom has awarded Rolls-Royce its largest-ever defense contract, valued at $11.1 billion, for the design, manufacture, and support of nuclear reactors for the Royal Navy’s…

26. 01. 2025
Russia violates New START Treaty terms: U.S. report highlights growing concerns

Russia violates New START Treaty terms: U.S. report highlights growing concerns

A newly released U.S. State Department report has raised serious concerns over Russia's noncompliance with key provisions of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), a vital…

24. 01. 2025
Serbia acquires PULS rocket launchers on Tatra chassis

Serbia acquires PULS rocket launchers on Tatra chassis

In a significant step towards modernizing its armed forces, Serbia has entered into an agreement to procure the Israeli-developed PULS (Precise & Universal Launching System) rocket…

11. 01. 2025
HIMARS in Action: Taiwan enhances Long-Range defense

HIMARS in Action: Taiwan enhances Long-Range defense

In a quiet yet strategic move, Taiwan has deployed its first batch of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), a development poised to significantly bolster the nation’s…

08. 01. 2025
Mass desertions and mismanagement: The troubled story of Ukraine’s elite brigade

Mass desertions and mismanagement: The troubled story of Ukraine’s elite brigade

Ukraine has launched an investigation into reported cases of desertion and abuse of authority linked to the 155th Mechanized Brigade, named after Anna of Kyiv. According…

02. 01. 2025
From UAVs to F-35 components: Baykar’s game-changing purchase of Piaggio Aerospace

From UAVs to F-35 components: Baykar’s game-changing purchase of Piaggio Aerospace

Turkish defense firm Baykar has secured approval from the Italian government to acquire Piaggio Aerospace, marking a significant step in Baykar’s strategy to strengthen its…

30. 12. 2024
Evaluating Czechoslovak Group’s strategic achievements in 2024

Evaluating Czechoslovak Group’s strategic achievements in 2024

Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has positioned itself as a key player in the global defense and industrial sectors. Throughout 2024, the conglomerate pursued a wide array of strategic…

29. 12. 2024
North Korean forces suffer heavy losses in Ukraine conflict

North Korean forces suffer heavy losses in Ukraine conflict

North Korean troops fighting on the frontlines against Ukraine have faced staggering losses in recent weeks, underscoring the brutal nature of the ongoing conflict and the…

26. 12. 2024
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $11.8 billion contract for F-35 production amid budget uncertainty

Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $11.8 billion contract for F-35 production amid budget uncertainty

The Pentagon has awarded Lockheed Martin an $11.8 billion undefinitized contract for the production of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, a move that keeps the critical stealth fighter…

21. 12. 2024
INS Tushil: India's advanced frigate with Russian origins

INS Tushil: India's advanced frigate with Russian origins

The Indian Navy has added a new warship to its fleet, the INS Tushil, a missile frigate that encapsulates the intricate ties between India, Russia, and Ukraine. Originally intended for…

19. 12. 2024
CSG responds to misinformation on ammunition production for Caesar Howitzers project in the Czech Republic

CSG responds to misinformation on ammunition production for Caesar Howitzers project in the Czech Republic

Recent media reports in the Czech Republic have highlighted various claims surrounding the production of ammunition for the new Caesar self-propelled howitzers acquired by the Czech…

16. 12. 2024