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The UK defence company BAE Systems will pay a $36m civil penalty after the US Department of State found 104 violations of arms export regulations by its US arm, including unauthorized technical data transfers to China, Germany, Canada, and others.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian appointed Mohsen Rezaei as the new secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) in a decree on Sunday, replacing Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr.
Wang Ji, a pioneer in the field of high-trust software technology, has made significant contributions to the development of China's defense technology. He has been instrumental in breaking through the bottleneck of high-trust software and has played a crucial role in ensu…
Pentagon pushes defense companies to boost weapons production after concerns of depleted stocks
The Pentagon is pressing the U.S. defense industry to accelerate production of weapons to help replenish its diminished stockpile of munitions, including those depleted in the ongoing war with Iran.
Taiwan’s 2027 defense spending to rise 16%, official media reports
Taiwan's Cabinet plans to propose a 16% increase in defense spending for 2027, pushing the budget past 1 trillion new Taiwan dollars ($31 billion) for the first time, in response to escalating Chinese pressure.
Iran's Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Ibn Reza says that the country's indigenized technology is superior to any imported system in the region. He added that countries seeking to buy imported military superiority would soon realize that Iran's indi…
Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (INVZ) reported record quarterly revenue of $18.1 million, driven by a surge in NRE recognitions and initial entries into the defense market. The company launched Perciz, a dedicated brand for defense and homeland security, securing a $3.5 millio…
Takaichi emphasizes Japan’s commitment to non-nuclear principles on Hiroshima anniversary
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasized Japan’s commitment to its long-held non-nuclear principles in a speech Thursday in Hiroshima, paying tribute to those killed and injured 81 years after the city was devastated by a U.S. atomic bomb.
The head of a major Russian drone manufacturer, Uraldronsawod, has been seriously injured in a car explosion in the city of Yekaterinburg. The incident comes just days after a suspected assassination attempt on the Russian air force chief in a Moscow restaurant.
Japan has begun flight testing an air-launched variant of its upgraded Type 12 anti-ship missile, which boasts a range of about 1,000km. This marks a significant step in Tokyo's efforts to develop multi-domain counterstrike capabilities against Chinese naval power.
Japan and U.S. begin working-level talks on host nation support
Japan and the United States have started working-level talks on Tokyo's host nation support for U.S. forces in Japan. The U.S. government is expected to ask Japan to increase its host nation support, which totals ¥1.05 trillion over the next five years.
Japan Protests Russian Drills Near Disputed Islands
Japan has lodged a protest after Russia notified Tokyo that it would conduct military exercises near Russian-held islands off Hokkaido starting Wednesday. The exercises will be held in waters off Kunashiri and Etorofu islands, two of the four Russian-held islands claimed …
Defense supplier Hensoldt will open a software and engineering center in a vacant Bosch building in Leinfelden near Stuttgart, creating around 300 jobs and explicitly inviting displaced Bosch staff to apply.
Donald Trump's threats against Iran have been ineffective, as the country's credible deterrence has forced him to back down. Iran's strategic approach under wartime conditions involves a balanced approach that views war and its consequences through multiple lenses.
BlackRock Discloses 3% Stake in Indra Worth $316 Million
BlackRock has notified the Spanish stock market regulator, CNMV, of a 3% stake in Indra, a defense and technology company, worth approximately $316 million. The stake is held indirectly through 4.66 million shares and another 643,595 shares through financial instruments.
The US Army is poised to sign a contract to acquire and rapidly deploy a working laser weapon, the Enduring High Energy Laser, to defend its bases from drone attacks. This will be the first time the US military has committed to equipping its forces with laser weapons in s…
The multimedia film series "Winning" concludes with its sixth episode, "Joint Operations, Joint Victory," emphasizing the critical role of joint operations and skilled personnel in strengthening China's military capabilities. It highlights a decade of development since Ch…
Japan needs to adapt to the new methods of warfare like drones and artificial intelligence used in Ukraine and the Middle East and strengthen its defense industry, the government said Tuesday.
Japan defense report says China challenge must be met with ‘overall national strength’
Japan's defense report says China's growing military actions are the country's top security challenge and must be addressed through overall national strength and cooperation with allies and like-minded nations.
How Canada can gear up for the Arctic ‘Great Game’
Canada is boosting its defense spending to modernize its fleet and strengthen its security posture, with a focus on the Arctic region. Prime Minister Mark Carney has emphasized the country's commitment to meeting NATO's target of investing 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.
The Alamut defensive network, a complex of seven mountain strongholds, was a highly advanced defensive system in medieval Iran. It combined geography, architecture, water management, and spatial organization to provide exceptional security and resilience.
Baltic startups take aim at deterring Russia on NATO’s eastern flank
Startups in the Baltic region are working to enhance the region's defensive capabilities, particularly in the face of hybrid threats from Russia and Belarus. One such startup, Pdkinematics, builds precision guidance systems for drones that can strike targets even when GPS…
China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) is undergoing a "holistic and revolutionary reshaping" since 2012, aiming to become a world-class military by its centenary in 2027, emphasizing Party leadership and combat readiness.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi emphasizes the media's pivotal role in presenting the true narrative of Iran's defense against US-Israeli aggression.
US President Donald Trump said the US has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles, but talks are ongoing. Trump emphasized concerns about sharing advanced US weaponry, including missile technology.
Romania has been hit by multiple drone attacks, with the government deciding to take action against Russia. The country has scrambled fighter jets to intercept and destroy the drones, with the first successful intercept happening on Friday. The government has also summone…
Russia has launched a mass attack on Ukraine, with missiles hitting Kiev and multiple regions. The attack comes after Ukrainian President Zelensky warned of a possible massive Russian attack.
Iran to get Chinese shoulder-launched missile systems in weeks, sources say
Iran is expected to receive a shipment of Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defense missile launchers, valued at $60-70 million, to strengthen its short-range air defenses. The purchase is one of Tehran's largest-known efforts to rebuild its defenses since the outbreak of i…
Iranian caretaker defense minister says that manufacturers producing defense equipment are more active than before. He added that developing air defense and naval defense capabilities is one of the strategic priorities of the Ministry of Defense.
Iran's ambassador to China has emphasized that Iran is committed to negotiations but does not trust the United States due to Washington's reneging on its commitments. Iran has declared from the beginning that it defends itself and responds to US attacks, and whenever the …