Kenya; Army commissions Springbuck Armored Vehicles From South-Africa

Kenya; Army commissions Springbuck Armored Vehicles From South-Africa

The Kenyan government has acquired a series of Springbuck armored personnel carriers from DCD Protected Mobility. The first fleet of these advanced vehicles was inaugurated and deployed on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, by Kithure Kindiki, the Minister of Interior and Secretary of the Cabinet for Interior and National Administration, marking the start of Operation Maliza […]

Algeria; Air Force receives WJ-700 Falcon UCAVs from China

According to the Twitter account ORCA Military in a post dated March 13, 2024, Algeria enhanced its military capabilities by acquiring four advanced WJ-700 Falcon drones from the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corp (CASIC). These High-Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) drones, currently in the final stages of testing, are designed for both reconnaissance and precision […]

Russia; Air Force to receive new FAB-3000 aerial bombs

In a striking development amid ongoing military operations in Ukraine, Russia has commenced mass production of the FAB-3000, recognized as one of the most destructive aerial bombs globally. This pivotal advancement was announced by Russian Defense Minister General of the Army Sergei Shoigu during his visit to an aviation bomb production facility in the Nizhny […]

Iraq; MoD plans to acquire modern air defense systems  

As reported by The Defense Post on March 20, 2024, Iraq is currently evaluating its options for acquiring new anti-aircraft weapons to enhance its air defense capabilities, as outlined by spokesperson Major General Yehia Rasool. The country has initiated discussions with various nations, although the details regarding potential vendors and the allocated budget remain undisclosed. […]

France/Germany; MoDs approves MGCS tank development

In a landmark defense agreement, France and Germany have paved the way for the future of military technology with a breakthrough in the development of the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a next-generation tank set to redefine armored warfare. The defense ministers of both nations announced on March 22, 2024, that they had finalized how […]

Germany; Mod negotiates buy of JASSM extended range cruise missiles  

According to Bild news site, Germany has reportedly begun the ordering process for AGM-158B Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) rounds from the US. The JASSM missile orders were said to be linked with the F-35 order Germany has been expected to formalise. German news outlet Bild said the new systems could replace […]

Lithuania; MoD selects German G-36 automatic rifle for the armed forces

As part of an initiative to modernize its forces, Lithuania plans to enhance the arsenal of the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union by acquiring new G-36 automatic rifles, with a total investment amounting to 3.5 million euros. This acquisition underscores Lithuania’s commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities in response to the evolving dynamics of global security. The […]

Chile; Carabineros  to receive 4 Hunter TR-12 armored vehicles from Colombia

As published by the Defense Website “InfoDefensa” on March 18, 2024, Colombia will deliver to Chilean Carabineros (Police force) four Hunter TR-12 4×4 armored vehicles designed and manufactured by the Company Armor International based in Colombia. The vehicle is already in service with Colombian and Suriname armed forces. Defense cooperation between Chile and Colombia extends […]

Italy; Air Force & Navy to arm F-35s with AIM-9X Sidewinder AAM   

The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on March 15 announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Italy of AIM-9X Sidewinder Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $90.6 million. The Government of Italy has requested to buy twenty-eight (28) AIM-9X Sidewinder […]

Guyana; MoD orders two Do-228NG from India

The South American country has signed a financing agreement for the purchase of aircraft manufactured under license by Hindustan Aeronautics The Government of Guyana has signed a $23.27 million financing agreement with the Export-Import Bank of India (Eximbank) for the purchase of two aircraft for the Defence Force. The event took place in Georgetown on […]

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