Azerbaijan, Czech Republic Explore Joint Defense Manufacturing Projects
Azerbaijan and the Czech Republic are exploring joint defense manufacturing projects as both countries look to expand cooperation beyond energy trade into military production.
‘World’s First Quantum-Resilient Drones’ Lift Off in European Trials
A Cold War-era algorithm has been flown on drones for the first time, pointing to a new class of systems built to withstand quantum threats.
EU Clears Nearly $20B in Defense Funding for France, Czechia
The European Commission has approved financial assistance for Czechia and France under the Security Action for Europe initiative.
Czech System Enables Seamless Shift From Soft- to Hard-Kill Drone Defense
The Czech Republic’s airspace could soon see more integrated protection following TRL Drones’ development of a new Ground Control Station for managing multi-tiered counter-drone operations.
Czech President Slams 2026 Budget Failing NATO Pledge
The Czech president slammed the 2026 state budget over failing to meet a NATO defense spending pledge as he signed it into law.
Lockheed Martin Seals Industrial Partnerships for Czech F-35 Program
Lockheed Martin has finalized industrial cooperation agreements as part of an ongoing F-35 Lightning II combat aircraft sale with the Czech Republic.
Dronetag Joins EU Defense Accelerator With Counter-Drone Tech
Dronetag was selected as one of 20 firms joining the second cohort of the European Union Defence Innovation Scheme Business Accelerator.
Czech Republic Rolls Out Drone With Hardened Satellite Navigation
Czech drone developer U&C UAS is positioning its new STORK LR platform for operations where satellite navigation can no longer be taken for granted.
Excalibur, Aselsan Launch European Joint Venture
Czech defense contractor Excalibur International and Turkey’s state-owned Aselsan have teamed up to launch an European-based joint venture to expand their international reach.
Czech Republic Nears 250+ Armored Vehicle Buy to Replace Pandur II Fleet
The Czech Republic is moving closer to procuring more than 250 new armored personnel carriers to replace its existing Pandur II 8×8 fleet, with Tatra Defence Vehicle’s Pandur 8×8 EVO emerging as a lead domestic option.
Czech Republic Adds AI-Driven Fixed-Wing Interceptor to Its Anti-Drone Arsenal
The Czech Republic is stepping deeper into the counter-unmanned aerial systems arena with TLR Drone’s new fixed-wing interceptor designed to hunt drones in contested airspace.
Czech Republic to Send Drone-Hunting Aircraft to Ukraine
The Czech Republic has announced plans to supply Ukraine with combat aircraft capable of intercepting drones.
Croatia Joins Tatra’s Military Truck Acquisition Program
Croatia has signed a multinational framework contract with Tatra to purchase the Czech company’s T-815 military trucks, enabling the Croatian Armed Forces to order up to 420 vehicles in 6x6 and 8x8 configurations.
Burkina Faso Releases 8 NGO Members Arrested for ‘Spying’
An international NGO in Burkina Faso said Friday that eight of its members had been released, months after the country's military rulers arrested them on accusations of spying.
KNDS Secures 350 Leopard 2A8 Orders From Five NATO Countries
European defense company KNDS has reportedly received 350 orders for the Leopard 2 main battle tank’s latest build since 1992: the Leopard 2A8.
NATO Deal Brings US-Made Gentex Helmets to Czech Forces
The Czech Republic has selected American defense contractor Gentex Corporation to supply ballistic helmets and associated communication headsets for its armed forces as part of a major military gear upgrade.
Czech Republic to Build First Earth Observation Satellite for Ukraine
The Czech Republic will build and deliver a modern Earth observation satellite for Ukraine to strengthen Kyiv’s intelligence capabilities.
BAE Systems, PragoData Partner to Boost Czech Defense Logistics
BAE Systems has partnered with PragoData to deliver digital logistics and asset management solutions for the Czech Republic.
Czechoslovak Group Launches AviaNera to Enter Military Drone Market
Czechoslovak Group has launched AviaNera Technologies, a new company focused on developing and producing military drones and propulsion engines in the Czech Republic.
Central Europe’s Intel Services Bust Belarusian Spy Network
Czech, Hungarian, and Romanian authorities have dismantled a Belarusian spy network in a crackdown leading to an arrest and an expulsion, the Czech intelligence service said Monday.
Czech Special Forces to Receive New British Supacat Armored Vehicles
The Czech Republic has announced the acquisition of 18 Supacat HMT Extenda light armored vehicles for the army's special forces.
Czech Republic Approves Purchase of 44 Leopard 2A8 Tanks
The Czech Ministry of Defence has approved the purchase of 44 Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks from KNDS Deutschland for the Czech Army.
Rheinmetall to Maintain Czech Armored Vehicles Under $292M Deal
The Czech Republic has signed a seven-year contract with Rheinmetall to provide support services for its armored vehicles.
Saab Secures $189M Czech Order for Mobile Short-Range Air Defense
Saab has received an order worth $189 million from the Czech Republic for its Mobile Short-Range Air Defense system.
