Canada, SIG Sauer Hit With Lawsuit Over Military Pistol Accident
A Canadian military security officer has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and American gunmaker SIG Sauer after an injury from an alleged unintentional discharge from a service pistol.
EDGE Group, Brazilian Army Team Up on Small Arms Testing for Special Forces
UAE state-owned defense company EDGE Group has launched a teaming framework with the Brazilian Army to support evaluations of next-generation small arms for special forces.
IDF Receives Thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR Rifles From IWI
SK Group segment Israel Weapon Industries has supplied thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR assault rifles to the Israel Defense Forces.
US Marine Corps Approves Optical Device on Pistol Qualification
The US Marine Corps has greenlit the use of optical sights during the Combat Pistol Program qualification, marking the first time the accessory is permitted for the certification.
Canada to Replace Aging C7, C8 Rifles With 65,000+ New Firearms
Ottawa has contracted Colt Canada to supply 65,402 assault rifles under the Canadian Modular Assault Rifle program, replacing the Canadian Armed Forces’ C7 and C8 systems after more than 35 years in service.
US Marines Not Adopting Army’s M7 Next Generation Squad Weapon
The US Marine Corps has confirmed it will not field the Sig Sauer M7 assault rifle, steering away from a potential adoption in partnership with the US Army.
Taiwan Marines Unit Upgrades to US-Made M4A1 Rifles for Base Security
A new Republic of China Marine Corps unit assigned to land-based security has replaced its aging assault rifles with US-made M4A1 systems, according to state media.
Israel Distributes Arad Rifles to Local Defense Units
Israel has completed the nationwide rollout of thousands of Arad assault rifles to rapid response teams.
Israel Sending Firearms to Homes of 10,000 Reservists
Israel is distributing small arms to the homes of approximately 10,000 reserve soldiers as part of the country’s goal to boost domestic security.
Australia to Test SmartShooter’s Fire Control Systems for Frontline Use
Australia has awarded Israeli firm SmartShooter a contract to assess the company’s Smash 3000 fire control system for frontline ground forces.
Switzerland Picks SIG Sauer P320 as New Standard Military Sidearm
Switzerland has selected the SIG Sauer P320 as the next standard service pistol for its armed forces.
Nigeria Boosts Defense Industry With First 1,000 Homegrown DG-103 Rifles
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria-D7G has produced nearly 1,000 units of its upgraded DG-103 rifle within the first two months of operations at its Kaduna facility, according to local media.
Ukraine Receives Rifles, Gear From Anonymous Dutch Benefactor
Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence has received a weapons package from an anonymous donor in the Netherlands, supplying rifles and equipment to active operations units as the war with Russia continues.
IWI Expands Small Arms Tech With 3D-Printed Suppressors, Rifle Power Kit
Israel Weapon Industries has introduced a new line of 3D-printed suppressors for 5.56- and 7.62-caliber rifles and machine guns, alongside a rifle-mounted power module designed to keep optics and accessories running longer during extended missions.
Finnish Military Moves to NATO Calibers for Small Arms, Phases Out Soviet Ammunition
The Finnish Defence Forces has announced a transition to NATO-standard calibers for its future small arms.
Belgium’s FN Herstal Exhibits EVOLYS Ultralight Machine Gun in UK
Belgian arms manufacturer FN Herstal has showcased its EVOLYS ultralight machine gun at a defense equipment convention in the UK.
Russia’s Kalashnikov Rolls Out Pilot Batch of AM-17 Compact Rifles
Russian arms developer Kalashnikov has produced the first batch of AM-17 compact assault rifles chambered in 5.45-millimeter ammunition, moving the weapon closer to full-scale production.
Asia-Pacific User Buys Hundreds of SMARTSHOOTER SMASH 3000 Fire Control Systems
Israeli firm SMARTSHOOTER has won a large order for hundreds of its SMASH 3000 fire control systems from an Asia-Pacific customer.
BDT UK Showcases Next-Gen Beretta, Sako Rifles to Succeed British Military’s L85
BDT UK has unveiled the Beretta New Assault Rifle Platform and a Sako AR-15-style system as part of its bid to replace the British Armed Forces’ standard-issue assault rifle.
Canadian Rangers’ C19 Rifles Set for Stock Replacement Over Durability Issues
Canada’s Department of Defence is replacing the wooden stocks of the Canadian Rangers' C19 standard rifles in service since 2018.
US Air Force Freezes M18 Pistol Use After Deadly Accident
The US Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) is temporarily suspending use of the Sig Sauer M18 handgun after a fatality involving the weapon at Francie E. Warren AFB in Wyoming.
US Army Seeks Successor to M240 Machine Gun
The US Army is seeking a potential replacement for its decades-old M240 medium machine gun, aiming for a weapon with improved lethality and capability.
German Soldiers to Receive New Handguns From Czechia
Germany has collaborated with Czech defense contractor Česká zbrojovka Uherský Brod to supply new service pistols for the armed forces.
Ukraine Greenlights New Weapons, Drones for Operational Use
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has approved new weapons and unmanned systems for military fielding.
