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18 February

The EDA launched a project focusing on a type of rechargeable battery used in aircraft called structural Li-Ion/Po batteries.

European Defence Agency Launches Project for Aircraft Battery Monitoring

The European Defence Agency launched a project to develop advanced battery monitoring systems for hybrid-electric aircraft and drones.

12 February

Europe

A SAMP/T air defense system is seen firing off a ballistic missile from the back of the military truck. Smoke and bright white-red fire can be seen jutting out of the missile as it flies straight upward. The background is a clear blue sky.

Giulia Bernacchi

Italy Deploys SAMP/T Air Defense Systems in Lithuania for NATO Mission

Italy has deployed SAMP/T ground-based long-range air defense systems in Lithuania as part of a NATO mission in the Baltic region.

6 February

Air

Allied F-35 Lightning II aircraft participate in a Find, Fix, Track, and Target (F2T2) exercise over Poland and the Baltic region.

Giulia Bernacchi

Eight NATO Nations Join Air Exercise in Poland, Baltic Region

Eight NATO members have deployed aircraft for the Find, Fix, Track, and Target exercise over Poland and the Baltic region.

3 February

Europe

Servicemen of the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine undergo combat cohesion in Ukraine

Giulia Bernacchi

Italy Approves Measure to Extend Ukraine Military Assistance

The Italian parliament has approved the extension of Rome's military assistance to Ukraine for this year until December 31.

Jan- 2025 -

31 January

Europe

Joe Saballa

Germany’s Diehl Defence Wins IRIS-T Block II Missile Development Deal

German firm Diehl Defence has once again been selected to lead a multinational effort to develop an advanced version of the IRIS-T air-to-air missile.

30 January

Land

Rojoef Manuel

Italy to Buy 1,000 Lynx Combat Vehicles, Up to 380 Panther Tanks

Italy has affirmed its plan to acquire over 1,000 KF41 Lynx infantry fighting vehicles and up to 380 KF51 Panther main battle tanks from Rheinmetall.

22 January

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

India Officially Joins Eurodrone Program

The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation has officially welcomed India into the ambitious Eurodrone program, making it the second Asian country to be granted observer status.

17 January

Europe