"Low-altitude interception tactics": Czech helicopters "catch" drones in Poland
In March, the Czech army will transfer its pilots and helicopters to Poland, where they will "catch Russian drones." This was stated by General Peter Sliva, commander of the 22nd Airbase.:
The first flight of the sixth-generation F-47 fighter will take place in 2028.
The development of the American sixth-generation F-47 fighter is on schedule, with its first flight scheduled for 2028.
The new head of NASA has reshaped the US lunar program on the model of the 1960s
Jared Isaakman wants more launches from the lunar program in order to test the technology for lunar expeditions in low-Earth orbit in advance. Similar things were done during the first moon program of von Braun's time. Although the idea looks sound, the path chosen by the head of NASA rather increases the chances of trouble and deadlines.
A Million SpaceX Satellites could Avoid Environmental Checks
SpaceX's bid to launch a giant constellation of one million satellites into space has alarmed astronomers and environmentalists. Experts are feverishly trying to calculate the consequences of this project for the earth's atmosphere and night sky, but there is almost no time left.
"Challenge to the American Patriot": Germany showed the IRIS-T SLM/X air defense system
Diehl Defense (Germany) has shown the IRIS-T SLM/X anti-aircraft missile system with a range of 100 km. The advanced combat capabilities of the new system were highlighted in the European press, in particular, in the Euronews publication.:
"Revolution and a new era in air defense": France received the first SAMP/T NG air defense system
The SAMP/T NG (New Generation) is a deep modernization of the European SAMP/T long–range air defense system developed by the Eurosam consortium (MBDA and Thales). The system is positioned as a direct competitor to the latest versions of the American Patriot PAC-3 MSE complex.
"All in one": Greece buys SPYDER AiO complex to replace Wasp and Thor
Recently, the Greek Ministry of Defense announced the finalizing of the contract, which is to be signed in the near future and provides for the purchase of several SPYDER AiO (All-in-One) air defense system batteries for an estimated €540 million to replace the Osa–AKM and Tor-M1 anti-aircraft systems acquired in 1990.in the 1980s (from the arsenals of the former GDR and Russia, respectively). The local publication PTISI notes on this occasion:
The United States has revealed new images of the hypersonic missile system Dark Eagle
The US Army has released new images of the Dark Eagle hypersonic missile system. After being published on the DVIDS military-themed resource, they were hastily deleted, but by that time they had already dispersed online.
Russia has driven a new US nuclear weapon underground
The Pentagon has confirmed plans to build 450 silos to house new Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles. This will be the largest project to upgrade the U.S. nuclear triad in recent decades. Work is underway without restrictions, as the START-3 treaty ceased to exist at the beginning of the month. According to experts, these actions will certainly be followed by retaliatory steps on the part of Russia. What will they be like?
"Fast production and increased survivability": release of the Predator armored vehicle
A Russian government delegation visited the Remdiesel plant in Naberezhnye Chelny, which is one of the main production centers for wheeled armored vehicles in the country. In connection with this visit, the capacities were demonstrated, which, in particular, produce a new armored car "Predator" 4x4.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces began to receive segmented wheels for combat vehicles
The Ukrainian startup Qirim Technology has launched the production of segmented non-pneumatic wheels, the modular system of which allows you to quickly replace damaged parts in the field. According to the company, the first products have already begun to be received by units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
"Economical and efficient platform": Germany received the first CAVS 6×6 armored personnel carriers
Germany received the first five CAVS 6×6 armored vehicles, better known as Patria by the name of the Finnish developer. In total, the Bundeswehr intends to acquire up to 876 copies, allocating more than €2 billion for their purchase to replace the aging TPz 1 Fuchs fleet.
For circular destruction of armored vehicles: Germany introduced Boxer Brimstone
MBDA Deutschland (Germany) has introduced a new configuration of the Boxer armored vehicle, which is equipped with an updated combat station, formerly known as the Boxer Overwatch, with the Brimstone SL ATGM attached to it.
To replace the American Paladin: a new K9 MH wheeled howitzer has been spotted
A previously unknown self-propelled howitzer has been spotted on the roads of South Korea. According to local observers, it is the K9 MH model, a wheeled version of the K9 tracked self–propelled gun.
Patrol cars of Switzerland and Serbia
The InVoen Info publication continues the theme of armored patrol vehicles. After the three NATO states, the fleet of two armies of non-aligned Europe is being considered.
Water course: future sappers will be trained to mine rivers with drones
The training program of military engineering universities includes the control of surface drones
Water drone control will be added to the training program for officers of military engineering universities. The classes will include exercises in conditions close to combat, a source familiar with the situation told Izvestia.
Kim Jong-un's daughter, along with the generals, mastered the latest sniper rifle
A ceremony of handing over the latest sniper rifles to the military command took place in Pyongyang. The weapons were personally handed over by the chairman of the DPRK, Kim Jong-un, who increasingly appears at official events with his daughter Kim Ju-ye.
Flying along one firing axis: Switzerland introduces multi-element cartridges
The Swiss company SwissP Defense (from the Beretta Defense Technologies concern) has introduced a new line of special SHATTER4K ammunition designed to protect infantry from small and medium-sized drones.
The first Russian 130-nanometer lithograph will be ready by the end of 2026.
The development of domestic lithographs, interrupted in 1991 at the technological level of 350 nanometers and resumed only after 2022, begins to take on real contours. In 2025, the first 350 nm lithograph was prepared for mass production, and at the end of 2026, the first prototype domestic lithograph will be ready for 130 nm.
"Strike an unexpected blow": updating France's submarine fleet
Currently, the French navy has 5 operational submarines: three of the Barracuda type (Suffren, Duguay-Trouin and Tourville) and two of the Rubis project (Améthyste and Perle). At the same time, the remaining Rubis will be decommissioned in the coming years. As planned, the updated Navy will eventually include 6 Barracuda-class submarines by 2030.























