As reported by Mason on December 8, 2024, South Korea has initiated the deployment of the Laser-Based Anti-Aircraft Weapon Block-I, a stationary 20kW-class fiber laser system capable of neutralizing drones within a range of 2–3 kilometers, to frontline units and selected urban locations, including Seoul. Globally, laser systems like the British Dragonfire and Israeli Iron […]
Qatar; Air Force orders additional Typhoon fighters
On December 6, 2024, the Qatari government announced its intention to acquire 12 additional Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, thereby strengthening its military aviation capabilities and deepening defense ties with the United Kingdom. The agreement was disclosed following the state visit of Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, to the United Kingdom, where he met with […]
Kazakhstan; Singapore’s ST Engineering joins local KPE to develop new 8×8 AFV
On December 6, 2024, the Singaporean company ST Engineering entered into a strategic partnership with Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering (KPE) to establish in-country production for a new 8×8 amphibious multi-purpose armored vehicle. The vehicle will be based on the Terrex Infantry Fighting Vehicle, a design developed by ST Engineering and engineered to operate in open water […]
Syria; Rebels capture T-90A tanks
As reported by Tendar on December 4, 2024, Syrian opposition forces have captured several T-90 and T-90A tanks, among the most modern combat vehicles supplied by Russia to the Syrian Army. These tanks, equipped with sophisticated firepower, protection systems, and mobility features, could significantly enhance the rebels’ combat capabilities. Their acquisition occurs amid an escalating […]
Turkey; Air Force to acquire ex-British Hercules C4 Aircraft.
Military relations between Türkiye and the United Kingdom have advanced with Türkiye’s acquisition of 12 Hercules C.4 aircraft from the Royal Air Force (RAF). Internationally known as C-130J-30 Super Hercules, these transport planes mark a significant upgrade for the Turkish Air Force, allowing the replacement of outdated Lockheed C-130B Hercules aircraft that have been in […]
Israel; Navy awaits surplus SH-60F helicopters
Over the past decade, there have been many discussions about the operational possibility of increasing the intelligence-gathering range of the Sa’ar 6 missile boats. In a dialogue between the Air Force, the Navy, the Planning Directorate, and the Ministry of Defense, several alternatives to the very old AS.365 “Bat” helicopter were examined, and finally, due […]
Israel; MoD awards new assault rifles contract to local Ari Arms
Israeli company Ari Arms won an Israeli Ministry of Defense tender for the supply of tens of thousands of assault rifles to the IDF , under tender published for the first time in early 2024, companies such as Sami Katzav’s IWI, Amtan Karmiel, Silver Shadow have competed and lost. The private company Ari Arms (formerly […]
Greece; Government will transfer S-300 and Tor-M1 SAMs to Armenia instead of Ukraine
According to Enikos.gr on November 25, 2024, Greece is proceeding with the transfer of several Russian-made air defense systems, including the S-300 PMU-1, Tor-M1, and Osa-AK, to Armenia instead of Ukraine as part of its broader strategy to replace aging equipment with Western and Israeli technologies. This decision aligns with the Greek Armed Forces’ plan […]
Israel; Army orders hundreds of JLTV MRAPS.
On November 24, 2024, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced that the ministerial committee for equipping and power building approved several procurement and modernization projects for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). These projects include replacing the Nirit (Saar 4.5) fleet and acquiring hundreds of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs), designated locally as “Para.” The JLTVs, […]
Turkey; MoD undecided regarding future combat aircraft fleet composition
Turkey has reduced its planned $23 billion acquisition of an F-16 fighter jet package from the United States, scrapping the purchase of 79 modernisation kits for its existing fleet, Defence Minister Yasar Guler said late on Tuesday. NATO member Turkey earlier this year secured a deal to procure 40 F-16 fighter jets and 79 modernisation […]