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Sep- 2023 -

11 September

Arms

British soldier fires his SA-80 towards the enemy during the exercise. The Finnish Defence Forces (FDF) proudly announce Exercise NORTHERN FOREST 23 (NF23), a major military exercise led by the FDF and involving allied forces and JEF Participant Nations (PNs). Taking place during May and June 2023, NF23 is designed to enhance the capabilities of the Finnish troops and validate their readiness for future operations. As part of NF23, A Company Group from 5 RIFLES will be exercising as an Armoured Infantry Company within a Finnish battlegroup, operating alongside the Finnish Jaeger Corps and Border Guard. The exercise will be primarily held in the picturesque region of Rovaniemi, Finland, providing a challenging and realistic environment for the participating forces. NF23 is of great significance to the FDF as it serves as the main exercise for the year, aiming to thoroughly assess and validate the Finnish troops' skills and preparedness. By conducting joint training exercises with allied forces and JEF PNs, the FDF aims to strengthen cooperation, interoperability, and shared understanding among the participating nations. During the exercise, the Finnish Defence Forces will test a range of tactics, techniques, and procedures in various scenarios, including defensive and offensive operations, urban warfare, and border security. The focus will be on improving command and control structures, enhancing decision-making processes, and refining the interoperability of different units involved.

UK Signs Signature-Masking Rifle Deal for Army

UK Defence Equipment & Support has signed a contract with Edgar Brothers to provide the British Army with L403A1 signature-masking rifles.

7 September

War

Ukrainian servicemen prepare to fire towards Russian positions with a 155mm M777 Howitzer artillery weapon on the front line somewhere near the city of Bakhmut

Rojoef Manuel

EDA Inks Joint Procurement of 155mm Ammo for EU, Ukraine Donation

The European Defence Agency has signed eight framework contracts supporting the joint procurement of 155-millimeter rounds for EU members.

5 September

Arms

Staff Writer With AFP

N. Korea’s Kim Set for Arms Talks With Putin in Russia: US

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expects to meet with President Vladimir Putin in Russia to discuss providing arms to Moscow for its war in Ukraine, the US said.

Aug- 2023 -

24 August

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Buys AARGM, Spike Missiles for Air Force and Army

Australia will acquire advanced anti-radiation guided missiles-extended range for its air force and Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles for the army.

8 August

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Poland Orders Hundreds of Locally-Made Spike Missiles From Rafael, Mesko

Israeli Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and local firm Mesko have partnered to provide Poland with hundreds of Spike LR missiles.

Jul- 2023 -

5 July

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Saab Signs Additional Carl Gustaf M4 Contract With Australia

Saab has secured a 400-million Swedish kroner ($36.8 million) contract to supply additional Carl Gustaf M4 multi-role weapons to Australia.

May- 2023 -

30 May

Arms

A cartridge exits the chamber after being fired from a SIG Sauer P320-M17, semi-automatic pistol during the Contract Operational Readiness Exercise (CORE) M17 qualifications at Camp Bullis in San Antonio, Texas, April 19, 2021. The CORE-21 serves as culminating events for Soldiers set to deploy within the coming months and next fiscal year. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Eric Kestner / Released by Ms. Angele Ringo 377th Public Affairs Specialist).

Rojoef Manuel

Canada Receives First Tranche of Sig Sauer P320 Handguns

Canada has received its first tranche of C22 full-frame Sig Sauer P320 semi-automatic handguns as part of a contract with MD Charlton.

29 May

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Patria to Supply NEMO Mortar Systems for Future Swedish Artillery Vessels

Patria will deliver mortar systems to Swede Ship Marine to support Sweden’s amphibious force modernization.

22 May

Arms

Within the context of a European cooperation program, the new IRIS-T (InfraRed Imaging System – Tail/Thrust Vector Controlled) air-to-air guided missile is being manufactured under the industrial leadership of Diehl Defence. The missile designed to engage air targets has been selected as standard weapon for the fighter aircraft Eurofigher, F-16, EF-18, Tornado and Saab Gripen.

Rojoef Manuel

Estonia, Latvia Eye German Iris-T Missile for Joint Air Defense System

Estonia and Latvia have started negotiations to jointly procure the Iris-T surface-launched missile.

19 May

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Elbit Systems to Supply 20 PULS Rocket Systems to Dutch Army

Elbit Systems has received a contract to supply 20 Precise & Universal Launching System artillery rocket systems to the Netherlands.

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