German Leopard 2 tanks will receive the Israeli active defense system Trophy
On February 23, 2021, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced the conclusion of an intergovernmental agreement with the German Ministry of Defense on February 22 regarding the supply of the Trophy active defense complex ("Meil Ruach") manufactured by the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to equip the German army's Leopard 2 tanks.
The source spoke about the unprecedented capabilities of " Armata"
The fire control system of the T-14 Armata tank for the first time in the history of tank construction showed the ability to find, recognize and escort targets on the battlefield without the participation of the crew, a source in the military-industrial complex told RIA Novosti.
Russian Defense Ministry buys Chinese Haval H9 SUVs
As reported by the web resource "Chinese Cars" , Chinese Haval H9 SUVs appeared in the Russian Army. The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation actively replenishes the fleets of its structures with these machines.
Published footage of the use of "Iskander-M" in Syria
The Russian Defense Ministry has released a video confirming the use of the Iskander-M tactical missile system (OTRK) in Syria. The video was posted by RIA Novosti.
The army began to supply the anti-tank defense systems "Covenant»
The holding company "Roselektronika" (part of "Rostec") has started the first serial deliveries to the Russian Armed Forces of anti-tank defense control systems "Zavet", which increase the effectiveness of the fight against enemy armored vehicles. This is reported by the press service of the corporation.
The US is betting on energy weapons
Futuristic energy weapon concepts may become commonplace in the coming years. February 24, portal c4isrnet.com He reported that the US Army announced plans to test the" combat microwave " THOR and soon adopt it into service.
Saudi Arabia is in talks to buy the S-400 and Su-35
Saudi Arabia is discussing with Russia the supply of S-400 "Triumph" air defense systems and Su-35 fighters.
The head of the Rostec corporation, Sergey Chemezov, said in an interview with RT that Moscow and Riyadh are negotiating the supply of S-400 systems and Su-35 fighters. He clarified that the contract has not yet been signed.
Russia and Turkey discuss the purchase of the second batch of S-400
Turkey is in talks to buy the second batch of S-400 Triumph anti-aircraft missile systems. The issue of technological cooperation is also being considered.
Americans will test an optional manned flying crane in 2022
The American company Erickson in 2022 will begin flight tests of an optional manned version of the S-64F+ Air Crane heavy transport helicopter. According to AINonline, flight tests of the machine are planned to be completed within two years, and from 2024 to start delivering the first S-64F+ to customers. Erickson intends to offer the new helicopter to both private companies and the military.
India has demonstrated promising drones
The slogan of Make in India is still only a slogan
India is committed to demonstrating its commitment and ability to create a wide range of unmanned aircraft systems of various types and classes.
FC-31-The future of China's carrier-based aviation?
About the most mysterious invisible plane of the Celestial Empire
Today, only two countries in the world have been able to develop on their own and take to the skies the 5th generation fighters of two quite significantly different types at once – the United States and China. The others have either created only one combat aircraft of this class, or are still creating them. By the way, according to the Chinese nomenclature, those combat aircraft that are generally referred to as the 5th generation around the world are referred to as the 4th generation in the Middle Kingdom itself. Well, the East, as you know, is a delicate matter.
Inherited a drone: Kaliningrad's defense has been strengthened with drones
Reconnaissance UAVs will help Marines, coastal rocket scientists and gunners in the Baltic Sea
Russia is strengthening the grouping of drones on the Baltic coast. The new unit was formed in the Kaliningrad region and became part of the marine brigade.
Russian Aerospace Forces confirmed who is the master of the Black Sea
The crews of aircraft and helicopters of the Black Sea Fleet's naval aviation have begun tactical flight exercises, including bombing, shooting, and tracking the submarines of the imaginary enemy.
The Moldovan Foreign Ministry called for the withdrawal of Russian ammunition and troops from Transnistria
The State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (MIDEI) of Moldova, George Leuke, called for the resumption of the process of withdrawal of Russian troops and the destruction of ammunition located in Transnistria.
Ukroboronprom plans to create a military-industrial industrial park
During the ceremony of handing over five repaired T-72 tanks to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the general director of the Ukroboronprom concern, Yuri Gusev, said that it is planned to create a military-industrial industrial park on the basis of the Kiev Armored Plant (KBTO).
French media criticized European stereotypes about Russian weapons
The leadership of Europe is lost between ignorance of recent events and long-standing stereotypes, writes Xavier Rofe in the French edition of Atlantico.
At the shipyard ADSB launched in the UAE developed by speed boats
ADSB launched the 16-meter and 12-meter high-speed patrol boats (FPB), which were designed and built in the UAE, during the NAVDEX 2021 exhibition, which is held simultaneously with the International Defense Exhibition IDEX-2021.
South Korea's promising universal amphibious assault ship becomes an aircraft carrier
According to South Korean media, on February 22, 2021, the South Korean Ministry of National Defense and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) held the 133rd meeting of the Joint Committee on Defense Procurement Programs (Banju Committee), which approved the program for the creation and construction of the first light aircraft carrier under the designation CVX for the South Korean Navy in the period 2022-2033.
Titanium instead of plastic: Russian scientists ' 3D printer
Specialists from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have created a 3D printer that prints products made of titanium.
Russia for the first time showed abroad a module from the control system for network-centric wars
It is expected that the use of the wheelbase will increase the export potential of products, noted in the press service of the holding "Ruselectronics"
The holding "Ruselectronics" of rostec state Corporation first presented at the exhibition IDEX - 2021 the export version of the module "Barnaul-T" from part of a unified system of command and control at the tactical level. This was reported to TASS in the press service of the holding.