According to recent information released by the Ministry of Defense of the Netherlands, the first modernized Apache AH-64E attack helicopters are now combat ready. These updates have been applied to four helicopters stationed at Gilze-Rijen Air Base, preparing them for both national and international missions. These aircraft are the pioneers in a group of 20 undergoing renovations, and they will continue to serve until 2050. Additionally, six helicopters are currently utilized for training by the Defence organization at the Texas Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) in the United States, with plans to ..read more

Following the recent capture of a Ukrainian Leopard 2A6 tank by Russian forces, the Russian Ministry of Defense has released a detailed video on April 23, 2024, showcasing the tank now under the meticulous examination of Russian military engineers. According to the information provided, the tank, which was previously operated by Ukraine's 47th Mechanized Brigade, is undergoing a deep analysis to explore its advanced technological capabilities and design features. This significant event highlights the ongoing efforts of Russian engineers to study and potentially integrate these insights into th ..read more

 The Greek Ministry of Defense is currently in negotiations with the Israeli defense company Rafael to finalize an agreement that would include the company's Spyder air defense system. The war in Ukraine has spurred international demand for this battle-tested air defense system. Some time ago, we already mentioned Greece's desire to emulate Israel's Iron Dome system as of April 19, 2024, on Army Recognition. Read full news at this link... The SPYDER system is a short and medium-range air defense system developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, originating from Israel. (Picture ..read more

 On April 23, 2024, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a strategic increase in defense spending to 2.5% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by the end of the decade. Sunak highlighted this move as a response to escalating global threats and aims to place the UK's arms industry on high alert. Read full Defense news.  New Storm Shadow air-launched cruise missiles are due to be delivered to Ukraine shortly, as part of a package of 1,600 weapons (Picture source: Army Recognition) Read more.  ..read more

On April 26, 2024, the "Nikolai Kamov," the first and only vessel of Project 14400 designed for training naval helicopter pilots, was launched by the Ship Repair and Shipbuilding Corporation at their facility in Gorodets, Nizhny Novgorod region. This ship, named after aircraft designer Nikolai Ilyich Kamov, was laid down on June 28, 2018, and left the boathouse on October 18, 2021. Read full defense news at this link... On April 26, 2024, the "Nikolai Kamov," the first and only vessel of Project 14400 designed for training naval helicopter pilots, was launched by the Ship Repair and Shi ..read more

On April 19, 2024, a picture posted on Chinese social media platforms quickly gained widespread attention by depicting a Chinese H-6 bomber, a pillar of the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), carrying an unidentified large, dark-colored aircraft underneath its fuselage. This revelation has prompted discussions and debates regarding the nature and purpose of the mysterious payload. Read full defense news at this link... This Chinese H-6 bomber, a pillar of the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), is carrying an unidentified large, dark-colored aircraft underneath its fuse ..read more

 Recent online interviews with Russian artillerymen on Telegram reveal that the Caesar cannon is now their most feared weapon, inflicting significant damage on their forces. Despite occasional contradictory statements from Ukrainian sources about the effectiveness of CAESAR, the reality on the ground speaks for itself. The Russians even describe the French CAESAR as a true nightmare. Read full news at this link... France and Denmark have provided around fifty CAESAR self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine. (Picture source: KNDS) Read more ..read more

The Turkish president, Recep Erdogan, will travel to the United States on May 9 to discuss the Pentagon's payment for the supply of T-155 Firtina self-propelled howitzers to Kyiv. Much information in this regard was provided in February 2024, as reported by Middle East Eye, although discussions seem to have progressed in this direction before the Turkish president's visit. This initiative comes at a time when Türkiye while advocating for a peaceful resolution to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, is strengthening its commercial ties with Russia while also supplying arms to Ukraine. Read full Defens ..read more

 On Thursday, April 25, 2024, Dassault Aviation announced that the first six Rafale F3R fighter jets, part of a total purchase of twelve units, landed at an airbase near Zagreb. This delivery fulfills a contract signed in 2021 with Dassault Aviation, valued at over one billion euros, which includes not only the aircraft but also armament systems, spare parts, and logistical and training services. Read full Defense News at this link: French Rafale F3R Fighter Jets delivered to Croatia (Picture source: Dassault Aviation) Read more ..read more

 Ukraine is set to step up its long-range attacks inside Russia as a wave of Western military aid aims to strengthen Kyiv's position and shape the conflict more decisively. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of Defence, outlined this strategy in an interview with the Financial Times on April 25, 2024, acknowledging the difficult circumstances surrounding Ukraine's defense against advancing Russian forces. Read full Defense news.  The first version of an Army tactical missile system is tested on 14 December 2021 at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico (Picture source: US ..read more