Europe
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Feb- 2022 -17 February
UK Seeking GPS Alternative for Military Navigation
The UK Ministry of Defence has launched an initiative exploring alternatives to Global Navigation Satellite Systems for military navigation.
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16 February
Russian Planes Intercepted US Navy Aircraft Over Mediterranean: Pentagon
Three US Navy aircraft were intercepted by Russian planes in an "unprofessional" manner over the Mediterranean Sea last weekend, the Pentagon said.
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16 February
India to Receive Final Rafale Jets from France This Week
The last batch of three Rafale jets is scheduled to arrive in India from France this week, boosting Indian Air Force capabilities in the wake of a tense border dispute with neighboring China.
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16 February
Finland to Acquire GMLRS Rockets From US
Finland’s Defense Minister Antti Kaikkonen has approved a 70 million euro ($79.2 million) proposal to procure Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) ammunition from the US.
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16 February
UK, Japan to Jointly Develop Lethal Threat Sensor for Combat Jets
The UK and Japan have agreed to collaborate in the research and development of new, cutting-edge sensor technology for combat jets.
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16 February
Russia Announces End of Crimea Military Drills, Troops Leaving
Russia said military drills in Moscow-annexed Crimea had ended and that soldiers were returning to their garrisons.
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16 February
Belgium Excludes Deployment of Troops to Mali for Now
Belgium has for now ruled out deploying a contingent of some 250 troops to Mali.
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15 February
Lithuanian Troops in Ukraine to Provide Missile Training
Lithuanian troops left for Ukraine to train local forces in the use of US-made anti-aircraft missile systems amid fears of a Russian invasion.
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15 February
France Unveils Flapping-Wing Military Drone
The French defense ministry recently unveiled a drone project inspired by bird and insect flight movements.
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15 February
Kremlin Confirms Planned Pullback of Some Troops From Ukraine Border
The Kremlin said the pullback of some Russian forces from Ukraine's borders was planned but stressed Russia would continue to move troops.
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