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STM’s National Striking UAV System ALPAGU Relatively Ready

24/10/2025

Developing national and modern systems in the Turkish defence industry, STM Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş. continues to make new deliveries in the field of tactical UAVs, in which it is the pioneer in Turkey. Domestic deliveries of ALPAGU, a fixed-wing national strike UAV system, also known as “Kamikaze 🚘

Turkey’s Eurofighter Procurement Accelerates Before KAAN

24/10/2025

Ministry of National Defence (MSB) sources announced that the Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) is working on a critical interim solution to ensure the uninterrupted continuation of its missions. Until the deliveries of the indigenous and national fighter jet KAAN begin, it is planned to procure the system needs that will 🚘

Critical Stage in Turkey’s Eurofighter Procurement

23/10/2025

Ministry of National Defence (MSB) sources answered the questions of journalists at the weekly press briefing and evaluated the latest situation regarding the procurement of fighter jets for the Turkish Armed Forces. Regarding the procurement of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, which was also on the agenda during President Recep Tayyip 🚘

US Army Restarts Critical Mineral Production

23/10/2025

The United States has taken an important step towards its goal of reducing foreign dependence on minerals critical to national security. The Stibnite Gold Mine in Idaho, which produced vital minerals for the “Arsenal of Democracy” during World War II, was reactivated in partnership with the US Army and Perpetua 🚘

Strategic Nuclear Exercise from Russia: Putin Leads Missile Trials

23/10/2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday organised a large-scale exercise involving the country’s strategic nuclear forces, including missile tests. The exercise came on the heels of the suspension of Putin’s planned summit with US President Donald Trump on Ukraine. A statement released by the Kremlin gave details of the exercises, 🚘

Sweden Gives Green Light to Ukraine’s Purchase of Gripen Fighter Jets

23/10/2025

Ukraine has taken a significant step forward in its efforts to procure fourth-generation fighter jets designed to fly on challenging airfields. Ukrainian and Swedish officials announced on 22 October the signing of a Letter of Intent to export 100 to 150 JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Kiev. This potential 🚘

NATO Air Force Interoperability Problem

23/10/2025

The use by the United States and its European allies of common fighter aircraft models such as the F-35 and F-16 should, in theory, represent a logistical boon. Common aircraft would mean that spare parts, ground support equipment (SE) and technicians could be shared between countries. However, a report published 🚘

Former Telecommunications Factory in Greece Becomes Drone Production Base

23/10/2025

Greece has taken a critical step towards modernising its Armed Forces, turning the 306th Base Telecommunications Factory (306 EBT) in Acharnes, west of Athens, into a drone production facility. Base Telecommunications Factory(306 EBT) in Acharnes, west of Athens, into a drone production facility. Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias visited the 🚘

Strategic Defence Cooperation between Embraer and South Korea

23/10/2025

South Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer and the South Korean Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen mutual growth and cooperation opportunities in the defence sectors of the two countries. The agreement aims to create new jobs and market development opportunities in the 🚘

Ukraine: US Determined to Stop Russia’s Aggression

23/10/2025

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said the United States was taking decisive steps to make Russia end its ‘brutal’ war of aggression against Ukraine. Sybiha stated that they welcomed the strong energy sanctions approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the laws on the Designation of Russia as a 🚘

First JAS 39 Gripen E Fighter Aircraft Delivered to Sweden

23/10/2025

Sweden has passed an important milestone in its comprehensive modernisation programme to increase its airspace defence capability and national security. The first of the 60 JAS 39 Gripen E fighter jets to be produced by Saab was officially delivered to the Swedish Armed Forces at a ceremony held at F7 🚘

US Army and Marine Corps Vehicles Not Ready for Service

22/10/2025

In a report published last month, the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) warned that the vast majority of ground combat vehicles used by the US Army and Marine Corps are unable to consistently meet established mission readiness standards due to lack of maintenance and shortages of spare parts. According to 🚘

Artificial Intelligence Boost to Navigation in the US Army

22/10/2025

The US Army has begun deploying the Mounted Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing System (MAPS) GEN II, an updated navigation equipment designed to enhance troops’ navigation and communication capabilities in high-stress combat environments where GPS is blocked or manipulated. The new system builds on its predecessor, MAPS GEN I, and 🚘

US Army Tests Artificial Intelligence in War Games

22/10/2025

The US Army’s Southern Europe Task Force Africa (SETAF-AF) used artificial intelligence technology to improve planning processes in a war game to test crisis plans last month. This exercise utilised Maven, the Pentagon’s flagship artificial intelligence project launched in 2017. Artificial Intelligence Accelerates Decision Making The war game, part of 🚘

Trump Supports Australian Nuclear Submarine Deal

22/10/2025

US President Donald Trump has guaranteed the commitment under the AUKUS agreement, which includes the sharing of nuclear-powered submarine technology with Australia and the United Kingdom, ending the uncertainty that arose after the Pentagon’s review. At a joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Washington on Monday, 🚘

In a Possible War, the US Army Could Destroy China’s Ports

22/10/2025

In the event of a possible conflict between the United States (US) and China in the Pacific Ocean, the US Army’s most critical contribution could be long-range missile technology. Munitions such as the short-range Precision Strike Missile, the Typhon Strategic Medium Range Firing System and the Dark Eagle Long Range 🚘

CEO Warden: Work Continues to Accelerate B-21 Production

22/10/2025

Northrop Grumman CEO Kathy Warden announced that the company expects to receive new contracts for the B-21 Raider stealth bomber programme from the US Air Force by the end of the year. Warden stated that the company continues to actively work on a possible agreement with the Air Force to 🚘

China Claims to Detect Even Ghost Planes with New Space Radar

22/10/2025

Chinese researchers claim to have developed a new bistatic radar satellite system with the potential to track low radar cross-section (RCS) stealth fighter aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor and B-21 Raider from orbit. Simulations show that this system, which is compatible with the features of the Lu Tan-1 (LT-1) 🚘

Critical Test Flight from Bayraktar KIZILELMA

22/10/2025

Bayraktar KIZILELMA Unmanned Combat Aircraft (UCAV) performed an important flight in which critical systems were tested. During this test flight, KIZILELMA flew together with the MURAD AESA Radar and TOYGUN Electro Optical Sensor System developed by ASELSAN for the first time. More advanced versions of these systems are also planned 🚘

New Generation IFV from South Korean Defence Giant Hanwha

22/10/2025

South Korean defence industry giant Hanwha Aerospace introduced the new generation tracked armoured combat vehicle K-NIFV (Korea New Infantry Fighting Vehicle)at the ADEX 2025 exhibition. Derived from Australia’s AS21 Redback IFV design, the K-NIFV was developed to respond to the new UAV threats posed by the war in Ukraine, reduce 🚘

MKE Establishes Turnkey Cartridge Production Facility in Kosovo

22/10/2025

Turkey’s well-established defence industry establishment, the Machinery and Chemical Industry (MKE), continues to transfer its production capability to allied countries by increasing its effectiveness in the international arena. MKE will build a turnkey cartridge production facility in Europe within the scope of the agreement signed with Kosovo. Annual Capacity of 🚘

MSB Contracted Marshall Aerospace for Maintenance of C-130J Fleet

22/10/2025

The Ministry of National Defence (MND) has signed an important contract with Marshall Aerospace, a British engineering company, for the maintenance and repair activities of C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft procured second-hand from the UK. The agreement aims to strengthen Turkey’s tactical airlift capabilities and ensure the mission adequacy of 🚘

Rapid Reinforcement of UAV Defence in the French Army

22/10/2025

The French Army is rapidly increasing its defence capability against unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), one of the biggest threats on the modern battlefield. In just four months, the Technical Department of the Land Forces (STAT) completed the development of the PROTEUS Standard 1 system, a modernised version of the AA53 🚘

Allegations of Corruption at NATO Supply Agency

22/10/2025

The Belgian Federal Prosecutor’s Office took action following corruption allegations that emerged last year in NATO’s Luxembourg-based Support and Supply Agency (NSPA). Within the scope of the investigation, 3 former Belgian employees of NSPA were detained. The joint investigation by Belgian publications Knack, Le Soir, Follow the Money and La 🚘

The US Army’s Dilemma in the Face of the UAV Threat

21/10/2025

The growing threat of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs/Drones) on the battlefield has rapidly increased the need for counter-unmanned aircraft defence systems (C-UAS). The US Army faces a critical training and staffing dilemma in this new security environment: Should C-UAS defence be a general skill that every soldier should know, or 🚘

World Population Reached 8.04 Billion

21/10/2025

Recent data from the United Nations reveals that the world population has reached a record high of 8 billion 40 million. However, behind this gigantic figure, there are deepening imbalances and remarkable changes in many areas, from global population distribution to living conditions, from education to access to technology. The 🚘

2025 Turkey Drift Championship Final at Istanbul Park

14/10/2025

The fourth and final race of the 2025 Turkish Drift Championship, organised by Drift Automobile Sports Club with the contributions of Spor Toto, Reiss Audio and lastix.com, will be held with a breathtaking finale at TOSFED Istanbul Park on Sunday 19 October. The championship will also give points to the 🚘

International Air Freight: Accelerating Global Commerce with Precision and Speed

27/08/2025

In today’s interconnected world, the need for swift and reliable transportation of goods across borders has never been more critical. International air freight services have emerged as a cornerstone of global trade, offering unparalleled speed and efficiency. This article delves into the significance of international air freight, highlighting its benefits, 🚘

3 Station Tooling

27/06/2025

In the modern manufacturing landscape, efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness are paramount for staying competitive. One of the key innovations that have emerged to address these needs is 3 Station Tooling. This advanced tooling design is widely utilized in various industries, particularly in processes like injection molding, thermoforming, and die-casting. The 🚘

Device as a service daas for modern enterprises

22/06/2025

Modern companies need flexible and cost-efficient IT solutions that support growth without unnecessary capital expenditure. A subscription-based model is the answer to today’s dynamic demands—no upfront investment, full support, and access to the latest hardware. Solutions like hp daas and daas lenovo help organizations work smarter, stay secure, and control 🚘