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China, Philippines Vow ‘Friendly’ Handling of Maritime Spats

Beijing and Manila vowed to resolve maritime disagreements through consultation, during a visit by Philippine President to the Chinese capital.

Poland Signs Deal for Abrams Tanks From US

The Polish government on Wednesday signed a deal to buy 116 Abrams tanks from the US as it builds up its army amid the war raging in Ukraine.

Putin Sends Hypersonic Missile Ship to Train in Atlantic, Indian Oceans

President Putin presided over the launch of a warship armed with new hypersonic cruise missiles on a training mission to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans and the Mediterranean.

Two Rockets Target US Army Base in Eastern Syria: CENTCOM

Two rockets were fired at an army base in eastern Syria hosting a US-led anti-jihadist coalition, causing no casualties or damage, the US military said.

Raytheon to Upgrade Taiwan Long Range Radar for $412M

Raytheon Technologies has clinched a $412 million Taiwan surveillance radar upgrade and maintenance contract.

L3Harris Finalizes Procurement of Viasat’s Tactical Data Links Business

L3Harris Technologies has acquired California-based network provider Viasat’s Tactical Data Links business.

US Congress Funds Hawaii, Indo-Pacific Military Projects 

The US $1.7 trillion spending bill for 2023 includes billions in military spending for Hawaii and the Indo-Pacific. 

Future Turkish Amphibious Assault Ship ‘TCG Anadolu’ Undergoes Sea Acceptance Trials

The TCG Anadolu is the Turkish Navy’s largest warship and will be its first unmanned aerial vehicle carrier ship.

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Shot Dead in Tehran: State Media

A member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards was shot dead outside his house in Tehran, state media reported.

IBM, King ICT Win NATO Cybersecurity Contract

NATO has signed contracts with BM Belgium and King ICT Croatia to support the organization’s cybersecurity.

Iranian Drone Strikes Mock Israeli Naval Base in Military Drill

An Iranian combat drone struck a mock Israeli naval base and naval ship during a recent military drill.

India to Procure 300 Rough Terrain Vehicles for High-Altitude Areas

The Indian Army plans to purchase 300 rough terrain vehicles suitable for logistical operations in high-altitude locations.

US Army Orders Oshkosh Light Tactical Vehicles for International Allies

The US Army has awarded Oshkosh Defense a $102-million contract to produce Joint Light Tactical Vehicles for its international allies.

Egypt Buys 12 Chinook Helicopters From Boeing in $426M Deal

Boeing has secured a $426-million contract to deliver 12 CH-47F Chinook helicopters to the Egyptian Air Force.

Nine Killed in Central Somalia Car Bombings

At least nine people were killed and several others wounded in simultaneous car bomb attacks in a town in central Somalia.

Elbit Systems to Provide Israel With Main Battle Tank Training Platforms

The Israeli Defence Forces have awarded Elbit Systems a contract to supply advanced tank training platforms for the Israeli Armed Corps.