Defence & Security

Ukraine was the world’s largest importer of major arms

Arnold Pinto 12/03/2025 0

Between 2020 and 2024 According to new data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (Sipri), Ukraine emerged as the world’s largest importer of major arms between 2020 and 2024, with its imports increasing nearly 100-fold compared to the 2015–2019 period. The surge in

Defence & Security Tech

Lockheed Martin, Nokia, Verizon strengthen defence capabilities

Arnold Pinto 10/03/2025 0

With 5G.MIL collaboration Lockheed Martin and Verizon have successfully demonstrated the integration of Nokia’s military-grade 5G solutions into Lockheed Martin’s 5G.MIL Hybrid Base Station (HBS). This collaboration marks a significant step in advancing the interoperability between commercial 5G networks and military communications systems, enabling enhanced connectivity

Defence & Security

Trump addresses US Congress on military strengthening

News Desk 2 06/03/2025 0

Plus national security initiatives During his first address to a joint session of the US Congress on March 4, 2025, US President Donald J. Trump outlined the significant strides made in strengthening the US military and national security, focusing on recruitment, defence technology, and a revitalised approach to American industry. His remarks painted a picture […]

Aviation Defence & Security

F-35 fleet surpasses one million flight hours

Arnold Pinto 05/03/2025 0

In a boost for Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin has announced that the global F-35 fleet has surpassed one million flight hours, underscoring the programme’s scale and pivotal role in ensuring air superiority for the United States and its allies worldwide. Lieutenant General Michael Schmidt, Programme Executive Officer for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Programme Office,

Defence & Security

Pentagon deploys military units along US-Mexico border

Arnold Pinto 03/03/2025 0

To thwart illegal migrants, drug traffickers The Pentagon is accelerating efforts to fulfil US President Donald J. Trump’s directive to boost US military support units along the US-Mexico border by deploying a Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) and a General Support Aviation Battalion (GSAB) to the region. Pentagon Press Secretary Sean Parnell confirmed on March […]

Defence & Security

US Army tank crew wins global competition

News Desk 2 24/02/2025 0

Outbidding 4 other nations A four-person tank crew from the US Army’s 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armoured Brigade, 1st Armoured Division, has made history by becoming the first American team to win the prestigious US Army Europe and Africa International Tank Challenge. The victory, which took place in Grafenwoehr, Germany, saw the team […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Japan orders 17 CH-47 Block II Chinooks to modernise fleet

Arnold Pinto 18/02/2025 0

Replacing JSDF’s CH-47 JA aircraft The Japan Self-Defence Forces (JSDF) has ordered 17 Boeing CH-47 Block II Chinook Extended Range helicopters, marking a significant step in modernising its fleet. The new helicopters will replace some of the JSDF’s older CH-47 JA aircraft. This latest acquisition will see Boeing and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) collaborate on […]

Defence & Security

Hegseth urges NATO allies to increase their defence spending

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2025 0

‘US troops will not deploy to Ukraine’ US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has called on NATO allies to increase their defence spending and ensure security for Ukraine and Europe. Hegseth stated that the US does not believe NATO membership for Ukraine would be a “realistic” outcome of any negotiated peace settlement with Russia. Hegseth addressed […]

Defence & Security

Japan’s Ministry of Defence gets AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar antenna

Arnold Pinto 13/02/2025 0

Delivered by Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin has delivered the first AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar antenna to the Japan Ministry of Defence for the Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV). Following extensive acceptance testing, the delivery was made under a Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) arrangement with Mitsubishi Corporation. Chandra Marshall, Vice President of Multi-Domain Combat

Defence & Security

Pentagon focuses on homeland defence, warfighting, and reducing wasteful spending

News Desk 2 10/02/2025 0

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has outlined key priorities for the Pentagon, emphasising homeland defence, modernising the military, and slashing wasteful spending. In a media interview, Hegseth stated that the Department of Defence (DoD) is working on boosting America’s defence capabilities. This includes modernising the

Aviation Defence & Security

Airbus to define France’s future maritime patrol aircraft

Arnold Pinto 09/02/2025 0

New study contract signed The French Defence Procurement Agency (Direction Générale de l’Armement) has awarded Airbus Defence and Space, with Thales as a key partner, a new contract to conduct a risk-assessment study for the French military’s future maritime patrol aircraft programme. The 24-month study follows the architecture and feasibility work initiated at the

Aviation Defence & Security

Bundeswehr drone flies through European upper airspace

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025 0

For the first time A German Heron TP drone belonging to the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) has successfully flown through upper airspace, marking the first-ever such flight in Europe. The event occurred as part of the ‘Accommodation and Validation of Medium Altitude Long Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems’ (MALE RPAS) project, a key initiative

Defence & Security

First flight of 10 high-threat illegal aliens arrives at Guantanamo Bay

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025 0

Members of Tren de Aragua The first flight of high-threat illegal aliens from the United States arrived on January 5, 2025, at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to detaining transnational criminals. The 10 individuals onboard are all members of the Tren de Aragua, a notorious criminal organisation […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin delivers first F-16 Block 70 jet to Bulgaria

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025 0

Enhancing national defence capabilities Lockheed Martin has delivered Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 jet, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to modernise its air force. The aircraft was delivered at a ceremony held at Lockheed Martin’s Greenville, South Carolina facility, with Bulgaria’s Minister of Defence, Atanas

Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin to upgrade US Trident II missile system

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025 0

Contract worth $383 million The US Navy has awarded Lockheed Martin a $383 million contract modification to continue developing the Trident II Strategic Weapons System (SWS) D5 missile. The contract, a cost-plus-incentive-fee and cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement, will allow Lockheed Martin to advance the next-generation Trident missile, ensuring America’s sea-based

Business Defence & Security

First British-Made Boxer armoured vehicle debuts

News Desk 2 02/02/2025 0

At International Armoured Vehicles Conference January 21, 2025, marked a historic moment for UK defence. The first British-made Boxer armoured vehicle was unveiled at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference. UK Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry Maria Eagle was honoured to present the car. This signals a significant step in the UK’s return to […]

Defence & Security

US launches airstrike in Syria

News Desk 2 02/02/2025 0

Following fatal rocket attack The US military carried out an airstrike in Syria on February 1, 2025, in retaliation for a deadly rocket attack that killed at least five US soldiers and injured several others. The rocket attack, which occurred near a US base in northeastern Syria, is believed to have been launched by Iranian-backed […]

Defence & Security

US military to get new task force

Arnold Pinto 30/01/2025 0

To improve fighting strength In a sweeping move to refocus the US military on a merit-based system, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the establishment of a new task force designed to strengthen America’s fighting force. The newly formed ‘Restoring America’s Fighting Force’ Task Force will ensure that the US Department of Defence (DOD) […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Sikorsky completes ground runs of UH-60M Black Hawk

Arnold Pinto 30/01/2025 0

With GE Aerospace T901 engines Sikorsky has conducted the first-ever ground runs of a UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter powered by two GE Aerospace T901 Improved Turbine Engines (ITE). The test, carried out by a collaborative team from the US Army and industry experts, marked a significant milestone in modernising the iconic Black Hawk fleet. The […]

Defence & Security

US deploys 1,500 troops and extra assets to boost southern border security

Arnold Pinto 23/01/2025 0

Acting on Trump’s directive The United States Department of Defence (DOD) is sending 1,500 active-duty troops and additional resources to assist with border enforcement operations at the southern border of the United States. The decision comes just over 36 hours after newly inducted US President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order to address security […]