On March 29, 2025, the Danish Ministry of Defense announced the acquisition of several hundred naval mines. This strategic procurement, financed through the Acceleration Fund, aims to strengthen Denmark’s ability to control and defend its internal waters while supporting NATO’s collective defense and deterrence posture. The move comes amid heightened security concerns in the Baltic […]
France; Army tests new MAST-F helicopter launched missile
The Cazaux test range was the site, on 19 March 2025, of a significant milestone for European armaments: the first in-flight test firing of the Future Tactical Air-to-Ground Missile (MAST-F) from a Tigre attack helicopter was successfully carried out. This next-generation missile, developed under a programme managed by the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), […]
Chile; Navy orders Turkish CMS for M-Class Frigate
Chilean Navy’s M-class frigates to receive Havelsan’s Advent combat management system The Chilean Navy and Havelsan signed an agreement to integrate the Türkiye company’s Advent combat management system (CMS) into the National Squadron’s FF-15 Almirante Blanco Encalada and FF-18 Almirante Riveros M-class multipurpose frigates. According to Havelsan, the CMS Advent was selected by the Chilean […]
Bulgaria; Parliament approve buy of U.S. Javelin missiles
Bulgaria’s parliament on Wednesday approved an $82.7 million purchase of Javelin anti-tank guided missiles from the United States to modernise the country’s army and protect its territorial integrity, BTA news agency reported. In September, the U.S. State Department approved the possible sale of Javelin FGM-148F missiles and related equipment to Bulgaria for $114 million. The […]
Malaysia; Navy orders MPMS vessel from Turkey
Malaysia has acquired a large Multi-Purpose Mission Ship (MPMS) from Turkish shipbuilder Desan, valued at $68.8 million. The 99-meter (324-foot) vessel is capable of continuous operations at sea for 30 days, significantly enhancing the Royal Malaysian Navy’s ability to patrol and secure critical maritime routes. The vessel is equipped with four interceptor boats, two unmanned […]
Sweden; Government charts $30B defense spending over a decade
Sweden will increase defense spending by about 300 billion kronor ($30 billion) over the next decade, the prime minister said Wednesday, calling it the nation’s biggest rearmament push since the Cold War. The Nordic country drastically slashed defense spending after the Cold War ended and in the early 2000s, but reversed course following Moscow’s 2014 […]
Argentina; Air Force to receive locally-made IA-100B Malvina trainer
On March 21, 2025, Valen Aviation Photos took the first images of the initial prototype of the IA-100B Malvina trainer aircraft on the flight line of the Fábrica Argentina de Aviones (FAdeA) in Córdoba, Argentina. The IA-100B is under development to serve as a primary trainer for the Argentine Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina, FAA). […]
Estonia; Government to allocate €8 billion for major defense procumbent programs through 2029
Estonia has laid out a comprehensive defense investment plan for the period 2025–2029, as outlined by the Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (RKIK) on March 19, 2025. The plan, valued at approximately €7.9 billion, emphasizes continued capability development, increased procurement volumes, and broader international cooperation. In 2025, for the first time, foreign funding will surpass […]
Russia; Alleged development of a nuclear-armed satellite.
According to the latest Annual Threat Assessment (ATA) 2025, published by the U.S. intelligence community, Russia is reportedly developing a satellite designed to carry a nuclear weapon for anti-satellite purposes. This largely classified program represents a significant strategic concern for the United States and global stability. Nuclear detonation in orbit could have catastrophic consequences for […]
Kosovo; Government plans 60% defense budget hike
Kosovo plans to boost its defence spending by 60% over the next four years and to focus on acquiring Black Hawk helicopters and building plants to produce ammunition and drones, Prime Minister Albin Kurti said on Wednesday. Kurti has repeatedly argued for increased defence spending to counter any potential threat from neighbouring Serbia, which still […]