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Russia Launches Massive Overnight Drone Attack on Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces launched an extensive drone attack aimed at destroying energy infrastructure near Ukraine’s southern front overnight. Ukrainian air defenses were able to intercept most of the drones, b...
IAF Evaluates Russian S-500 Air Defence to Neutralise Emerging China-Pak Stealth Fighter and Hypersonic Missiles Threats
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering the acquisition of Russia's S-500 missile system as a defensive measure against emerging threats from Chinese and Pakistani stealth fighter capabilities and h...
U.S., partners open new air defense cell in Qatar
The United States Central Command and regional allies have inaugurated a Middle Eastern Air Defense - Combined Defense Operations Cell (MEAD-CDOC) at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar for enhancing integrate...
Greenland Cooperates with NATO for Air Defense Development
Greenland is collaborating with NATO to enhance its air defense capabilities on the island. The cooperation aims to improve Greenland's security and align with broader NATO interests in the Arctic reg...
President calls for European missile deliveries as Russia launches over 2,000 strikes in one week
Ukraine will convene a meeting focusing on air defense requirements following Russia’s deployment of nearly 1,100 attack drones and over 890 guided aerial bombs against Ukraine this week....
Explosions Hit Penza, Lipetsk After SBU Drones Strike Russian Oil Depot, Ammo Arsenal
Russian authorities claim that 129 unmanned aerial vehicles were intercepted by air defenses in response to reported explosions in Penza and Lipetsk after strikes conducted by drones possibly operated...
Russia shoots down over 4,300 Ukrainian drones in December, claiming new record
According to Russian claims, Russia has shot down more than 4,300 Ukrainian military drones in the month of December alone. This figure represents a significant increase and is described as a new reco...
BEL Actively Advancing 'Anant Shastra' Air Defence Missile Systems
The Indian Army has tendered for the procurement of five to six regiments of the Anant Shastra surface-to-air missile systems from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) at an estimated cost of ₹30,000 cror...
Akash-NG Trials Clear Path For Induction: India's Medium-Range Air Defence Powerhouse Ready
The Indian Air Force has successfully completed user evaluation trials for the Akash-NG missile system at Odisha's Integrated Test Range, marking a significant boost to India’s indigenous air defence ...
Russia Pushes S-350 Vityaz to India with Full Tech Transfer to Supplement Existing S-400 Air Defence Shield
Russia has renewed its offer to supply the Indian military with the S-350 Vityaz air defence system, which would complement India's existing S-400 shield. This move responds to evolving regional secur...
Forget the J-20 and J-35A: China’s Stealth Fighters are No Match for F-22 or F-35
The article argues that while China is rapidly developing its fifth-generation fighter jet capabilities with the J-20 and soon-to-be-released J-35A, these aircraft do not match the advanced systems of...
The Debate Is Over: Canada Needs America’s F-35 Fighter
Canada faces a critical decision regarding its fighter jet procurement. With only 16 F-35s acquired so far, Ottawa must choose whether to complete the full buy or opt for an alternative like Saab's Gr...
Israel uses combat helicopter to intercept two drones
The Israeli Air Force intercepted two drones that entered its airspace from the east on December 25. The incident was reported by Israel’s Air Control Center which detected and engaged these unmanned ...
IAF Seeks Indigenous Loitering Munitions to Neutralise Enemy Air Defence After Success with HAROP Systems in Op Sindoor
The Indian Air Force (IAF) seeks indigenous loitering munitions for neutralizing enemy air defenses after achieving success with HAROP systems during Operation Sindoor in May 2025....
China conducts realistic amphibious warfare drills
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy conducted multi-subject combat training exercises off the coast involving multiple naval vessels, including the Type 075 amphibious ship Hubei. The dril...
Moscow Reports Drone Attacks, Airports Closed
Russian officials stated that air defenses intercepted 19 suspected hostile drones near Moscow, leading to the temporary closure of four airports. The Russian Defense Ministry reported over 100 drones...
Lithuania orders RBS 70 Bolide missiles from Saab
Saab has been contracted by the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence for the procurement of RBS 70 Bolide short-range air defence missiles, with delivery scheduled between 2028 and 2032....
Danish, UK firms rush counter-drone takeover amid airspace breaches
Incursions into restricted airspaces have highlighted the critical need for faster detection of drones. The current gap in identifying drone threats quickly is seen as a significant vulnerability by s...