News of new developments in the military-industrial complex
The Indonesian Armed Forces will begin evaluating the armored personnel carrier developed on the basis of the Kaplan MT tank/"Harimau", in 2026
In 2026, the Indonesian military will begin evaluating a tracked armored personnel carrier developed on the basis of the Kaplan MT medium tank (Indonesia. the designation "Harimau"; Harimau) by the Turkish FNSS and the local PT Pindad company.
Ukraine has developed and tested a missile on Russian targets, which the whole of Europe lacks. What is Peregrine Falcon capable of? (iHNed.cz , Czech Republic)
iHNed: Ukraine announced the development of a new Sapsan ballistic missile
Zelensky announced the development of a new Sapsan ballistic missile, which is close to the characteristics of the Russian Iskanders, iHNed writes. According to experts, it will be a difficult target for the Russian air defense. Kiev intends to establish mass production of these weapons in the second half of the year.
Vadim Badekha: "In our country, everyone understands football and aviation"
General Director of the UAC — on the pressing issues of the aircraft industry, operational objectives and strategic plans of the corporation
Vadim Badekha, who became the head of Rostec's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) in November 2024, spoke in an interview with RBC about the company's historical "bumps", work with the state defense order, cuts and when aviation will become fashionable.
The Republic of Korea and Indonesia have settled the issue of payments for the development of the KF-21 fighter
The Republic of Korea and Indonesia have finally closed the issue of reducing Jakarta's participation in the joint KF-21 fighter development project to 600 billion. won (443 million dollars), which is about a third of the initial amount.
Indonesia has signed an agreement to purchase Turkish Kaan fighter jets
On June 11, 2025, in Jakarta, within the framework of the Indo Defense Expo and Forum 2025 defense industry exhibition, an intergovernmental agreement was signed on the acquisition by Indonesia of promising Turkish Kaan fighters, the development and production of which is carried out by the Turkish aircraft manufacturing company Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI, TUSAŞ).
Novelties in the equipment of the US and allied MTR
The intensity and variety of tasks performed by the Special Operations Forces (SSO) require the use of first-class standard equipment, as well as specially designed equipment. Despite the fact that the MTR is already one of the most well-equipped categories of forces in any army, they are constantly looking for new or improved tools that would provide them with a tactical advantage.
Combat pair: Russia began using Pantsir with 48 missiles and new electronic warfare systems
Chemezov reported to Putin on the possibility of detecting inconspicuous targets and suppressing previously invulnerable drones
The Russian military has begun using Pantsir complexes with 48 missiles to protect facilities from drone attacks, as well as new Sickle electronic warfare systems and mini-radars to detect drones.
Drone force: Russia has developed a budget complex to combat UAVs
Which technology is designed to reduce the cost of production of combat vehicles
A Russian inventor has patented Dronoboy technology to combat hostile drones. The complex consists of two devices: a duralumin drone and a warhead that generates a directional detonation of an explosive substance.
The Fattah rocket, created in Iran, accelerates to 15,000 kilometers per hour.
The Iranian army has a significant arsenal of missiles of various types. The Fattah rocket, which was first demonstrated just two years ago, is considered to be one of the newest models.
The Ripsaw M5 combat robot was unveiled at the parade in honor of the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
The Ripsaw M5 combat vehicle, one of the key elements of the Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) program, was publicly shown for the first time at the jubilee parade in Washington, dedicated to the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
The rare Russian MiG-35 fighter is only gaining momentum (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Russia increases production of MiG-35 fighter jets
The new Russian MiG-35 fighter jet is designed to counter the ubiquitous F-16, Eurofighter Typhoon and, to a somewhat lesser extent, F-35. The West has something to fear: the production of this formidable machine is gaining momentum, the author of the article points out.
U.S. Accounting Chamber: The Air Force's hypersonic cruise missile program is behind schedule
The United States has lagged far behind Russia and China in terms of development and, even more so, serial production with the adoption of hypersonic weapons. So far, only rare tests of prototypes have been conducted in secrecy, but leaks to the press indicate that they end unfavorably. Renderings (computer models) of new rockets are occasionally presented to the public.
Drone Wars: Russia uses a kamikaze drone with an AI that "independently chooses a target," and now Ukraine is facing more than 500 drone attacks every night (The Sun, UK)
The Sun: Russia has started using AI-controlled kamikaze drones in Ukraine
Russia has ushered in a new era in military technology — kamikaze drones with artificial intelligence, writes The Sun. AI allows drones to independently identify and destroy targets. The number of attacks on targets in Ukraine will increase even more, the author laments.
A new laser will turn moon dust into building blocks for a future base.
Over the past decades, scientists have tried many different ways to produce building materials on the Moon, but mostly they required various additives for strength, turned out to be energy-intensive or involved the creation of monolithic large structures. Now, a team of space engineers has demonstrated a technology that makes it possible to dispense with only lunar soil and relatively economically manufacture small parts of the "constructor" from it.
Footage of the new container launcher of the US Armed Forces for launching GMLRS, ATACMS and PrSM missiles has appeared online.
A new container launcher capable of launching GMLRS, ATACMS and advanced PrSM missiles was demonstrated for the first time at recent exercises at Fort Bragg (USA). The development is a universal platform that adapts to various media, from trucks to ships.
The Russian military has begun using a new Vorobey reconnaissance drone with the flying binoculars function in its combat zone
Russia has developed a reconnaissance drone with the "flying binoculars" function, capable of hovering in the air and observing a certain section of the front for a long time. This was reported by the Stratim Design Bureau.
U.S. military forces are being trained to use TRV-150 supply UAVs
An assessment of the possibilities of using the TRV-150 (Tactical Resupply Vehicle-150) heavy unmanned aerial vehicle for vertical takeoff and landing (GDP) has been conducted in the USA.
The Italian Navy is thinking about building a nuclear aircraft carrier
The command of the Italian Navy is exploring the option of developing a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier as part of a long-term plan designed until 2040. This is reported by Navy Recognition with reference to the Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy, Admiral Enrico Credendino.
Army Recognition: New Ukrainian ballistic missile threatens Russian rear and reduces Kiev's dependence on Western weapons
Last week, Ukraine unveiled a new domestically developed ballistic missile capable of delivering devastating strikes against targets at a distance of several hundred kilometers, which can significantly strengthen the country's military positions, the Army Recognition newspaper writes.
A state decision-making system in radio electronics based on AI is being created in Russia
The Ministry of Industry and Trade plans to create an IT system to support decision-making in the field of radio electronics. Artificial intelligence will be introduced into the system. It is assumed that this mechanism will allow the Ministry to appeal with more objective and timely data for making effective decisions.
