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Portuguese Air Force patrols the Baltic skies from Estonia

Arnold Pinto 18/06/2025

With F-16 fighter jets The Portuguese Air Force is securing the skies over and around Estonia as part of Nato’s Baltic Air Policing mission. Portuguese fighter pilots and aircrew arrived at Ämari Air Base, in Estonia, in late May, replacing an earlier Portuguese detachment that had begun its

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Global nuclear arsenals expand amid rising tensions and fading arms control

Arnold Pinto 18/06/2025

New SIPRI study report Nuclear-armed states are continuing to expand and modernise their arsenals, reversing decades of gradual disarmament and signalling the return of a global arms race, according to the newly released Stockholm International Peace Research Institute Yearbook 2025 – an annual assessment of the state of armaments, disarmament and international security.

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US warships intercept Iranian missiles

News Desk 16/06/2025

Aimed at Israel amid rising tensions American naval forces in the eastern Mediterranean intercepted multiple Iranian missiles aimed at Israel this week, according to US defence officials. The interceptions occurred as part of ongoing regional military activity following a surge in hostilities between Iran and Israel. The US Navy deployed Aegis-equipped destroyers to the

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Urban-Air Port and Drone Evolution jointly launch DBx-A1

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2025

Urban-Air Port and Drone Evolution unveil DBx-A1 In a landmark step towards modernising global military logistics, Urban-Air Port (UAP) has joined forces with UK-based UAV innovator Drone Evolution to launch the DBx-A1—an advanced, mobile UAV logistics and launch system tailored for modern warfare. This high-impact partnership leverages UAP’s global leadership in UAV

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US defence leaders sound alarm over cyber threats from global adversaries

Arnold Pinto 18/05/2025

Main threat seen from China Senior US defence officials delivered a stark warning to US lawmakers on May 16, 2025, spotlighting the growing dangers posed by state-sponsored cyber actors and criminal organisations that exploit cyberspace to undermine US national security. The remarks came during a high-stakes hearing before the House Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee

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Pakistan-India conflict: Pakistan’s use of Chinese military technology is an eye-opener

News Desk 15/05/2025

New shift in South Asia’s military dynamics In the recent military tit-for-tat escalation between India and Pakistan over Hindu civilian casualties in Indian-administered Kashmir, Pakistan’s deployment of Chinese-made military equipment has underscored the growing defence collaboration between the two nations. The conflict, ignited by a militant attack in

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Navantia and Leonardo seal strategic agreement

Arnold Pinto 14/05/2025

To expand naval defence solutions globally In a major step towards strengthening Europe’s naval defence capabilities, Spanish shipbuilding firm Navantia and Italian defence electronics leader Leonardo have signed a strategic collaboration agreement. The announcement was made at FEINDEF 2025, Spain’s leading defence and security trade show, held in Madrid from May 12 to 14,

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MAN engines to power Indian Navy’s 5 new Fleet Support Ships

Arnold Pinto 22/04/2025

Deal with Hindustan Shipyard Ltd MAN Energy Solutions has secured a significant contract to supply propulsion systems for five new Fleet Support Ships (FSS) constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. (HSL) for the Indian Navy. Located in Visakhapatnam on India’s east coast, state-owned HSL is leading this defence project to enhance India’s naval logistical capabilities. The

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Serco to modernise the US Navy’s guided missile frigates and ship systems

Arnold Pinto 18/04/2025

In deal worth $96 million The US Navy has renewed a contract with Serco, a leading international provider of critical services to governments, to offer technical services for modernising the US Navy’s guided missile frigates and related ship systems. The contract, valued at an estimated $96 million, comprises a one-year base period with four additional […]

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Lockheed Martin and RNLAF achieve live data share between F-35 and C2 System

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025

During Ramstein Flag exercise In a significant milestone for international defence collaboration, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) have demonstrated the first-ever live sharing of classified data outside the United States. This was achieved between an F-35 fighter jet in flight and a Dutch Command and Control (C2) system known […]

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Expanded US-Panama partnership aims to secure Panama Canal

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2025

And counter Chinese influence US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has unveiled a major expansion of the United States’ security partnership with Panama. The expansion aims to safeguard the strategic Panama Canal and counter what he called “China’s malign influence” in the region. During a joint press conference in Panama City with Panamanian Public Security Minister

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AI-powered platform launched to streamline US defence procurement process

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025

In boost to private sector The US Department of Defense (DoD) is introducing an innovative digital platform enabling companies and academic institutions to match their technologies and products to real-world defence business opportunities in the United States. The platform, DOD Digital OnRamp, will leverage cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to

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Lockheed Martin delivers final 2 F-35A fighter jets to Norway

Arnold Pinto 02/04/2025

Nordic nation had ordered 52 in all Lockheed Martin has delivered the 51st and 52nd F-35A fighter jets to the Royal Norwegian Air Force, making Norway the first F-35 partner nation to fulfil its entire order of 52 aircraft. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Norway’s defence capabilities and its longstanding partnership with Lockheed […]

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US Africom conducts airstrikes on Islamic State-Somalia targets in Puntland

Arnold Pinto 31/03/2025

No reports of civilian casualties In a coordinated effort with the Federal Government of Somalia, US Africa Command (Africom) carried out an airstrike on multiple Islamic State (IS)-Somalia targets on March 29, 2025. The airstrike occurred southeast of Bosasso, situated in Puntland, Northeastern Somalia. According to Africom’s initial assessment, several IS-Somalia

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Boeing achieves record production of Patriot system seekers

Arnold Pinto 29/03/2025

Expands manufacturing capacity Boeing reached a significant milestone in 2024, with production of its Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) seekers hitting an all-time high. The Seattle-based company delivered over 500 PAC-3 seekers in the past year, marking a notable achievement in developing the advanced technology used by the Patriot air defence system. In early 2025,

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US deploys Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group to the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025

To strike Houthi targets in Yemen The Pentagon is sending the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (VINCSG) to the Middle East, following a resurgence in fighting between American forces and Houthi militants in Yemen. This marks the end of a two-month lull in hostilities. The VINCSG recently concluded its deployment in East Asia, under […]

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US Air Force to get Next Generation Air Dominance fighter jet

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025

Designated as the F-47 US President Donald J. Trump has announced that the United States Air Force (USAF) will proceed with producing its Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. This major step forward marks a significant milestone in the country’s military development, paving the way for the eventual replacement of the USAF’s fleet of […]

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Lockheed Martin integrates AN/TPQ-53 radar

Arnold Pinto 25/03/2025

With US Northcom’s southern border mission Lockheed Martin has integrated its AN/TPQ-53 multi-mission radar (MMR) with the Joint Task Force – Southern Border (JTF-SB) command and control systems, marking a significant milestone in supporting US Northern Command’s (US Northcom) mission to secure the southern border of the United States. The integration was carried out

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Hegseth announces $580 million cuts to tackle wasteful spending

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025

Involving Pentagon contracts In an ongoing effort to address inefficiencies and wasteful spending, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on March 20, 2025, directing the termination of more than $580 million (£460 million) in contracts, grants, and programmes in the US. According to a Pentagon statement, the move is part of the US […]

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US and Iraqi forces kill senior ISIS leader

News Desk 16/03/2025

In Al Anbar airstrike A precision airstrike conducted by US Central Command (Centcom) forces, in cooperation with Iraqi intelligence and security forces, has resulted in the death of Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, also known as “Abu Khadijah.” The airstrike, which took place in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, also killed one other ISIS operative. Abu Khadijah, […]