Defence News
Japan uses robotic dogs during airborne assault drill
3 weeks ago
Japan uses robotic dogs during airborne assault drill
Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) deployed robotic quadruped drones during a January 2026 airborne assault exercise conducted by the 1st…
Russia launches new jet-powered strike drone against Ukraine
3 weeks ago
Russia launches new jet-powered strike drone against Ukraine
Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR) has confirmed that Russia used a new jet-powered strike drone, identified as the Geran-5, during…
Saudi Arabia moves to buy JF-17 fighters for Sudan
3 weeks ago
Saudi Arabia moves to buy JF-17 fighters for Sudan
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have begun formal discussions to convert a $2 billion Saudi loan into a transaction for JF-17…
France reports higher Rafale fighter deliveries
3 weeks ago
France reports higher Rafale fighter deliveries
France’s Dassault Aviation announced that it delivered 26 Rafale fighter jets in 2025, surpassing its annual plan of 25 aircraft.…
U.S. Navy signs $1.42B engine deal for CH-53K fleet
3 weeks ago
U.S. Navy signs $1.42B engine deal for CH-53K fleet
The United States Navy on Tuesday awarded General Electric Aerospace a $1.42 billion contract modification to supply 277 T408-GE-400 turboshaft…
U.S. Air Force receives first T-7A trainer aircraft
3 weeks ago
U.S. Air Force receives first T-7A trainer aircraft
The United States Air Force formally received its first T-7A Red Hawk on January 9, 2026, during an arrival ceremony…
NATO taps Türkiye’s Havelsan for crucial software
3 weeks ago
NATO taps Türkiye’s Havelsan for crucial software
NATO has decided to procure a tactical data link management center network planning software from Turkish defense company Havelsan, a system described in modern…
Russia hands over two Tu-160M bombers to Aerospace Forces
4 weeks ago
Russia hands over two Tu-160M bombers to Aerospace Forces
Russia’s Aerospace Forces received two modernized Tu-160M Blackjack strategic missile-carrying bombers in late 2025, ending a multi-year delay in the…
Ukraine revises F-16 combat tactics for frontline operations
4 weeks ago
Ukraine revises F-16 combat tactics for frontline operations
Ukrainian Air Force pilots operating F-16 fighter jets were forced to revise NATO-taught air combat tactics after returning from training…
India showcases new long-range rocket system
4 weeks ago
India showcases new long-range rocket system
India publicly showcased its new Suryastra multiple launch rocket system during rehearsals for the Army Day parade in Jaipur, marking…