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Algeria trials Chinese VT-4 main battle tank ahead of possible procurement

Views: 13 MILITARY AFRICA Algeria has conducted test assessments of the Chinese VT-4 main battle tank, manufactured by Inner Mongolia First Machinery Group (FIRMACO). This trial, reported during FIRMACO’s 2023 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, marks a potential step towards the procurement of the VT-4 by the Algerian military. The VT-4 tank demonstrated exceptional performance […]

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EIAS 24: Aero Vodochody targets Africa with L-39NG aircraft

Views: 8 MILITARY AFRICA The L-39NG, the modern successor to the legendary L-39 Albatros, is an ideal solution for Egypt and other African countries to modernize their training programs. AERO Vodochody AEROSPACE, a leading Czech aircraft manufacturer, is targeting the African continent with its new Aero L-39NG aircraft. Aero has been operating in Africa for

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Russia to exhibit at debut Egypt International Airshow 2024

Views: 4 MILITARY AFRICA ROSOBORONEXPORT JSC (part of Rostec State Corporation) is organizing an exhibit of products from Russian defence manufacturers at the Egypt International Airshow 2024, which will be held for the first time in the Arab Republic of Egypt at El Alamein International Airport on September 3-5, 2024. In addition to the special

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American F-16s, F-22s and C-130Js receive non-standard parts

Views: 6 BULGARIAN MILITARY The U.S. Department of Defense’s inspector general has highlighted a crucial issue: the Air Force lacks the necessary mechanisms to demand refunds from contractors for defective components. This shortfall is costing the service significantly more, as they are left to pay not only for faulty equipment but also for subsequent repairs. Photo credit:

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JASSMs are ‘closer’ to Ukraine, but Kyiv has a real nightmare

Views: 7 BULGARIAN MILITARY Media sources indicate that the United States is on the verge of finalizing an agreement to provide Ukraine with long-range Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles [JASSMs]. While these missiles pose a substantial threat to Russian defenses, Kyiv faces real nightmare regarding their delivery timeline. Photo credit: USAF Ukraine lost its best pilots long

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Canada’s new General Atomics drones aim to protect the Arctic

Views: 10 American media outlets have revealed that Canada is considering buying MQ-9B SkyGuardian attack and reconnaissance drones from the United States to bolster its Arctic presence. This has also been confirmed by the Canadian government. Photo credit: Wikipedia Europeans warn of imminent Iranian missile deliveries to Russia JASSMs are ‘closer’ to Ukraine, but Kyiv has

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Strategic Defence Review Committee adds new members

Views: 26 The UK’s Labour Government added six additional members to the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) committee on 2 September 2024, including the appointment of the former Conservative MP Jeremy Quinn, and Jean-Christophe Gray, a former spokesperson for Prime Minister David Cameron. The expanded committee is tasked with conducting a root and branch review of the

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Russian Tu-160 bomber lands in South Africa, Pretoria ‘rejoices’

Views: 31 BULGARIAN MILITARY Russia is sending one of its long-range Tupolev Tu-160 strike bombers to South Africa. But, instead of a military mission or exercise by the Russian Aerospace Forces [VKS], this deployment is all about participating in Africa’s largest air show. Photo credit: Reuters Europeans warn of imminent Iranian missile deliveries to Russia Canada’s

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Royal Netherlands Army acquires approx. 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks

Views: 17 BULGARIAN MILITARY In 2011, the Netherlands sold off its last tank. Since then, whenever needed, the Netherlands has opted to lease German Leopard tanks directly from Germany’s army. However, 13 years later, Dutch sources indicate that a significant decision might be made this Thursday, with plans to procure their own tanks. There’s still some mystery surrounding

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Netherlands to upgrade long-range anti-tank missile Spike launchers

Views: 15 Netherlands plans to replace its stock of the Spike anti-tank missile launchers between 2026 and the first half of 2028, its Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced on 2 September 2024, stating that it intends to sign contracts with Rafael in October to replace the old launchers with a system for more advanced Spike

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