As reported by the Telegram account China Army on November 19, 2024, Dongfeng EQ2050 armored vehicles in service with the PLA Western Command have been observed equipped with a rotating 16-barrel rocket launcher. Recent reports suggest that China is testing the integration of various combat modules and rocket launcher systems on existing vehicles. This operational […]
Turkey-Pakistan; Joint venture for new 155mm ammunition production line
During the IDEAS 2024 defense exhibition in Pakistan, Türkiye’s defense company Repkon and Pakistan’s Wah Industries Limited (WIL) signed an agreement to establish a facility in Pakistan for producing 155mm artillery shell bodies. The facility will have an annual production capacity of 120,000 units and include an explosive filling line to support both domestic military […]
China; YJ-21 hypersonic missile displayed at Zhuhai Air Show
At the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Zhuhai Air Show 2024), China revealed the YJ-21 (Ying Ji 21 or “Eagle Strike 21”), a hypersonic anti-ship ballistic missile that underscores its commitment to advancing cutting-edge military technology. The YJ-21 is a centerpiece of China’s expanding anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) arsenal, designed to challenge naval power […]
Armenia; Army accepts Pinaka MLRS from India.
In November 2024, India initiated exporting its domestically developed Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) systems to Armenia, marking a key moment in its defense export efforts, as reported by IDRW. This delivery, part of a contract finalized after two years of negotiations, highlights the strengthening defense partnership between the two nations and India’s increasing prominence […]
Israel; Navy commissions new ‘Drakon’ submarine
Israeli Navy has commissioned its new Drakon submarine. It costed 550 million euros to build, compared to 400 million for the two submarines that preceded it, and 300 million for the first three – and this sum does not include ancillary projects of developments for it by the Ministry of Defense and the defense industries […]
Indonesia; MoD seeks new arms from Russia
Russia has confirmed the receipt of an official request from Indonesia regarding the acquisition of weapons and military equipment for the 2025-2030 period. This request, currently under review, was announced by Vladimir Bulavin, head of the Federation Council Committee on Defense and Security. Bulavin also noted that the two countries are currently collaborating on seven […]
China extends DF-100 supersonic missile range to 4,000 km
On November 17, 2024, the Chinese account C Major provided updated data on China’s Dongfeng-100 (DF-100) supersonic cruise missile, also known as the Changjian-100 (CJ-100). The missile is a land-based system with a range reportedly between 3,000 and 4,000 kilometers and a sustained flight speed of Mach 4. It is designed for precision strikes and […]
Malaysia; Italian AW149 Helicopters selected for military, police & fire departments.
The Malaysian government has announced a major initiative to lease 28 AW149 medium helicopters under a contract with Italy, represented by Leonardo, valued at $3.4 billion over a 15-year period. This announcement was made by the Minister of Defence, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, during his closing speech for the 2025 budget bill presented to […]
Saudi Arabia; Army operates Korean K239 MRL armed with CTM-290 missiles.
Recent imagery shared on social media platforms has revealed that Saudi Arabia’s K239 Chunmoo Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) are now equipped with the CTM-290 tactical ballistic missile. This development marks the first public instance of the K239 system in Saudi Arabia being configured with the CTM-290 missile pods, highlighting a significant enhancement in the […]
Taiwan; MoD eyes Northrop Grumman E-2D AEW planes
According to information published by the Financial Times on November 11, 2024, Taipei is reportedly considering a substantial purchase of U.S. defense assets. The ROC is poised to request Northrop Grumman’s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft. Taiwan eyes the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye in a potential U.S. defense deal, aiming to enhance surveillance and […]