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Chinese 155 mm PLC-181 wheeled self-propelled howitzer shows export success

Chinese 155 mm PLC-181 wheeled self-propelled howitzer shows export success

Chinese self-propelled guns with the designation PLC-181 (Pào Chē Liúdànpào, Gun Vehicle Howitzer) had been shown to the public in 2019. The system had participated in the parade…

01. 03. 2024
Iran just tested a ship-based missile fired from a shipping container

Iran just tested a ship-based missile fired from a shipping container

According to the latest report, Iran just tested a missile launched from a civilian shipping container. This, together with the fact that Russia uses similar technology, could have…

29. 02. 2024
U.S. military moves to restore V-22 Osprey fleet to the skies

U.S. military moves to restore V-22 Osprey fleet to the skies

The United States military is poised to take significant strides towards reinstating the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft fleet, with plans to present a comprehensive safety and…

28. 02. 2024
Iranian ballistic missiles in Russia as an implication for Europe

Iranian ballistic missiles in Russia as an implication for Europe

According to the latest reports, Iran has supplied Russia with short-range ballistic missiles. Although at first sight this may not be worrying news, given the past cooperation between…

27. 02. 2024
Historic milestone: Sweden's NATO membership secures final approval from Hungary

Historic milestone: Sweden's NATO membership secures final approval from Hungary

In a momentous turn of events that marks a pivotal chapter in European security dynamics, Sweden stands on the cusp of becoming the 32nd member of the North…

26. 02. 2024
Ukraine wants to gain drone superiority over Russia. It will build up to a million of its own UAVs capable of hitting Moscow

Ukraine wants to gain drone superiority over Russia. It will build up to a million of its own UAVs capable of hitting Moscow

Ukraine plans to produce its own long-range drones this year, capable of hitting targets deep in the Russian interior - including Moscow or St. Petersburg. Over the next year…

25. 02. 2024
125 modernized Italian MBTs Ariete will see service together with the German Leopards

125 modernized Italian MBTs Ariete will see service together with the German Leopards

In 2022, the Italian Government announced its intention to invest nearly €880 million to modernise 125 of the 200 C1 Ariete Main Battle Tanks. Given that Italy is to…

24. 02. 2024
CZ BREN 2 rifles will be assembled in Ukraine

CZ BREN 2 rifles will be assembled in Ukraine

CZ (Česká Zbrojovka), a subsidiary of Colt CZ Group SE, has signed a Joint Venture Agreement with Ukroboronprom, a Ukrainian state-owned company, for the assembly…

23. 02. 2024
UK unveils $5.7 billion military drone strategy inspired by Ukrainian conflict Insights

UK unveils $5.7 billion military drone strategy inspired by Ukrainian conflict Insights

In an ambitious move to solidify its position as a global leader in military technology, the United Kingdom has unveiled a comprehensive military drone strategy, underpinned…

22. 02. 2024
Czech participation at the World Defense Show 2024

Czech participation at the World Defense Show 2024

The World Defense Show 2024 was held in Saudi Arabia from 4-8 February. It is an international defense industry trade fair that, in addition to showcasing the latest…

21. 02. 2024
Czech TITUS 6x6 armoured vehicles are now also part of the Multinational Battle Group Slovakia

Czech TITUS 6x6 armoured vehicles are now also part of the Multinational Battle Group Slovakia

The Multinational Battle Group Slovakia (MN BG SVK), which was established in the spring of 2022 as part of the effort to strengthen the eastern wing of the North…

20. 02. 2024
February 19th 1945: The day when began Battle of Iwo Jima

February 19th 1945: The day when began Battle of Iwo Jima

The Battle of Iwo Jima was a pivotal conflict during World War II between the United States and the Empire of Japan. It took place over five weeks, from February 19 to…

19. 02. 2024