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15 May

US Army AH-64E Apache helicopter fires Hydra 70 rocket

Netherlands to Receive Apache Helicopter Simulators

The US Army has awarded Applied Visual Technology Inc. a contract to deliver Apache helicopter trainers to the Royal Netherlands Air Force.

14 May

Pictured: A Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle imoves into position during Ex Iron Titan on Salisbury Training area near West Down camp. Ex IRON TITAN (Ex IT23) is a scenario driven exercise that coheres the training of the 3(UK) Divisions enabling elements. Ex IRON DIABOLO, a sub-exercise within Ex IT23 will validate 21 Engineer Regiment as the Divisional Engineer Regiment and 26 Engineer Regiment ahead of their deployment to Poland on Op LINOTYPER in early 2024. The exercise targets technical engineering, with a focus on those tasks which are difficult to deliver at the Battlegroup FTX level such as: Wet Wide Gap Crossing (WWGC) part of the Battle Craft Syllabus (BCT), Amphibious and Boat operations as well as construction of other facilities.

Juster Domingo

UK to Scrap 80 Warrior Infantry Vehicles

The UK is planning to discard some of its Warrior infantry fighting vehicles as part of its land capability modernization program.

14 May

Joe Saballa

Estonia Considering Sending Troops to Ukraine for ‘Rear’ Roles: Report

Estonia is “seriously” considering deploying troops to Ukraine to take on non-direct combat roles, according to Tallinn’s national security advisor Madis Roll.

14 May

Joe Saballa

Germany Mulls Conscripting 18-Year-Olds Amid Fear of Russian Attack

Germany is considering reinstating compulsory military service for its citizens amid looming concerns that Russia may soon wage war on NATO.

14 May

Inder Singh Bisht

US Army Issues Precision Strike Missile Increment 2 Requirements

The US Army is seeking industry responses for the Precision Strike Missile Increment 2 (PrSM Inc 2) requirements.

13 May

Inder Singh Bisht

US Army Tests Modular Mortar Turret

The US Army is testing the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle-mounted Modular Turreted Mortar System prototype.

13 May

Inder Singh Bisht

Germany Buys Three HIMARS for Ukraine

The US State Department has approved the sale of three HIMARS launchers to Ukraine for an estimated $30 million.

13 May

Joe Saballa

Russian Elites Recruited Far From Frontline to Be Safe From War: UK Intel

A startling UK Ministry of Defence intelligence report reveals a stark division between Russia’s elite and ordinary citizens.

13 May

At RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory, personnel from No. 17 Squadron stand on parade during the Change of Command ceremony. *** Local Caption *** Wing Commander Shane Smith retired from the ADF after 41 years of service, handing over command of No. 17 Squadron and the role of Senior Australian Defence Force Officer at RAAF Base Tindal. The parade and ceremony on 10 March 2023 celebrated Wing Commander Smiths long career and welcomed the incoming Commanding Officer, Wing Commander Fiona Pearce. Squadron and base personnel, alongside Katherine community leaders, praised Wing Commander Smiths leadership during this defining period in RAAF Base Tindals history.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia to Provide ‘Critical’ Upgrades for Military Buildings in Katherine

Canberra is investing $27.6 million in major upgrades to military infrastructures in Katherine, Northern Territory.

10 May

Juster Domingo

Japan, Germany in Talks for First Joint Land Force Exercise

Germany is expected to team up with Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force in a joint exercise next year as a means to promote regional peace.

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