Month: February 2025
Canada sends F-16 simulators, 25 LAVs to Ukraine
Canada has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine, which includes 25 Light Armored Vehicles (LAV III) and four F-16 flight simulators. The support package was confirmed by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities. “This is in addition to millions of additional rounds of ammunition,…
Read MoreUkraine to get Tridon Mk2 air defense system from Sweden
Sweden is marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion by supplying Ukraine with $110 million worth of air defense systems. The latest military aid package includes the BAE Systems Tridon Mk2, an advanced 40mm naval gun mounted on a flatbed truck, which Ukraine will receive for the first time. In an official announcement, Sweden’s…
Read MoreBundeswehr to receive next-gen communications vehicle
The German Army has selected General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) for the procurement of a vehicle-based long-range telecommunications network as part of the Bundeswehr’s modernization efforts. The contract includes the delivery of up to 256 PIRANHA 5 vehicles, with an initial batch of 58 vehicles valued in the three-digit million range. The first series…
Read MoreUS approves $84M sale of GBU-39B bombs to Romania
The U.S. State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Romania, involving GBU-39B Small Diameter Bombs (SDB-I) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $84 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has notified Congress of the potential sale. Romania has requested 400 Guided Bomb Unit (GBU)-39B Small…
Read MoreTrump shuts down US base in Greece
U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the shutdown of the U.S. military base in Alexandroupoli, Greece, according to Greek newspaper Dimokratia. The decision marked a shift in U.S. military strategy in the region and raised concerns among Greek officials. The base in Alexandroupoli has been a key logistical hub for U.S. and NATO operations…
Read MoreUkraine increases artillery production amid war
Ukraine’s defense industry has manufactured 154 artillery systems in 2024, marking a record-breaking achievement, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The announcement was made during a press conference where Zelensky highlighted the rapid expansion of domestic military production. “Last year, we produced 154 domestically made artillery systems. This is a record. In one year, 154…
Read MoreFNSS to supply Turkish army with new armored vehicles
Ankara-based FNSS has been awarded a contract by the Turkish Land Forces (TLF) for the serial production of the next-generation PARS ALPHA 8×8 and 6×6 armored vehicles. This procurement will supply TLF Mechanized Armored Units with modernized configurations, enhancing mobility, firepower, and crew survivability. In the first phase, FNSS will deliver the PARS ALPHA 8×8…
Read MoreUS transfers 20 Roshel Captain armored vehicles to Haiti
The U.S. State Department has delivered 20 Roshel Captain armored vehicles to Haiti as part of efforts to enhance security in the country. The transfer was confirmed by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), which oversees security assistance programs. “On February 14, INL delivered critically needed vehicles to the Multinational Security…
Read MoreItaly reportedly sending B1 Centauros to Ukraine
Italian defense analyst has reported that multiple B1 Centauro wheeled tank destroyers are being sent to Ukraine. While the exact number remains undisclosed, this development suggests a potential expansion of Western military aid to Kyiv. “After having confirmed a few details, Im happy I can share this photo which shows one the many Italian B1…
Read More$1.5B deal to maintain F-22 Raptor engines
Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX, has secured a three-year contract worth up to $1.5 billion to sustain F119 engines, which power the U.S. Air Force’s F-22 Raptor fighter jets. As noted by the company, the agreement aims to enhance readiness and reduce costs for a fleet of more than 400 engines that have…
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