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Swiss Target US-Made F-35A Fighter Jets to Replace Ageing Fleet

The Swiss government backed the purchase of 36 Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jets to replace its fleet and five Patriot air defense units from fellow US manufacturer Raytheon.

Israel Deploys Semi-Autonomous Machine Gun Robot to Gaza Border

Israel has deployed a semi-autonomous robot dubbed the “Jaguar” along its border with Gaza to assist soldiers on patrol.

10 Dead in Suspected ADF Islamist Attack in DR Congo: Army

Ten people were killed overnight in the eastern DR Congo city of Beni by suspected members of the Allied Democratic Forces Islamist militia.

Seven Killed in Central Africa Rebel Attack

Rebels killed seven people in coordinated attacks on army positions in the east of the Central African Republic.

Israel Unveils Long-Range Autonomous Missile System

Israel unveiled Sea Breaker, a fifth-generation precision-guided autonomous missile system capable of hitting a range of marine and land targets.

US Army Trials IVAS Goggles on Airborne Troops

US Army researchers are seeking to expand the Integrated Visual Augmentation System role, testing its capabilities with aircrews and paratroopers to enhance their skills.

Ethiopia Downplays Loss of Tigray Capital to Rebel Forces

Ethiopia's leaders downplayed the significance of the army's pullback from the regional capital of war-hit Tigray, insisting they could retake the city from rebels whenever they wanted.

EU Agrees Military Training Mission for Mozambique

EU ambassadors gave the green light to set up a military mission in Mozambique to help train its armed forces battling jihadists in the north of the country.

UK to Assess Israeli Active Protection Systems on Challenger Tank

The UK will assess the Trophy Active Protection System for integration with the Challenger 3 main battle tank, system manufacturer Rafael announced.

UN Prolongs Mali Peacekeeping Mission, Calls for February Vote

The UN Security Council on Tuesday extended its Mali peacekeeping mission until the end of June 2022, insisting on a return to civilian rule and for elections on February 27. 

Germany Completes Troop Pullout From Afghanistan: Minister

Germany has completed its troop pullout from Afghanistan, ending a nearly 20-year deployment there alongside the US and other international forces.

Lebanon Army Offers Tourists Helicopter Joyrides

The Lebanese army will start offering tourists helicopter joyrides this week in a bid to boost the coffers of one of the crisis-hit country's key institutions.

Indonesia, US Begin Construction of $3.5 Million Maritime Training Center

Indonesia and the US have started construction of a new maritime training center worth $3.5 million at the strategic meeting point of the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea.

Russia Offers Orion-E Combat Drone for Export

Russia has begun offering its Orion-E combat drone for export after years of only allowing sales of the reconnaissance version, Russian media reported.

India Deploys Additional 50,000 Troops Along Border With China

India has deployed an additional 50,000 troops along its border with China, bringing the number of Indian Army soldiers deployed at the border to 200,000.

Raytheon Teams With 7 Aerospace Firms for US Army Ground Station

Raytheon Technologies is teaming with seven aerospace and data analytics companies to develop a new ground station for the US Army.