In a recent development, Sudan’s military has decided to terminate negotiations with the country’s paramilitary forces regarding the extension of a cease-fire agreement. The military accuses the paramilitary forces of repeatedly violating the truce, which was brokered by the United States and Saudi Arabia. The conflict between the two sides has been ongoing for six weeks, prompting the signing of a seven-day cease-fire agreement in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 20. The purpose of the cease-fire was to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to the affected regions. Later, on May 29, a five ..read more

TTX-15 is a collaboration between British military aviation specialists and the Czech aerospace company Pure Flight s.r.o to produce a low cost, uncrewed MALE, multi-mission UAS. The aircraft is equipped with an internal modular payload cassette that can be easily swapped to suit various mission requirements. Its name is inspired by the venom of the blue-ringed Octopus, and like its namesake, the aircraft is a powerful and versatile asset in any operational environment. The aircraft’s standout feature is its internal modular payload cassette, which provides an unmatched level of flexibility an ..read more

ROTTERDAM, the Netherlands, April 24, 2023 — Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim), a leading global developer of military simulation and training software, is pleased to announce a partnership with blackshark.ai, the developer of a 3D Digital Twin of Earth and a range of AI-based geospatial technologies. Together, they plan to deliver unprecedented realism in whole-Earth terrain generation by combining BISim’s Mantle ETM and blackshark.ai’s SYNTH3D geospatial solution. “As we launch our partnership with blackshark.ai, we’re excited about the unprecedented quality of terrain that our custome ..read more

The Russian private military company Wagner Group has denied any involvement in Sudan and has refuted claims that it has been operating in the country or assisting the Rapid Support Force (RSF) militia. The denial comes in response to reports by Western diplomats in Khartoum in March 2022 that the company was involved in illicit gold mining in Sudan and other activities. The Wagner Group has been linked to the Russian government and has been accused of operating in several conflict zones around the world. The group has been accused of committing human rights abuses and has been subject to inte ..read more

The Rapid Support Force (RSF) in Sudan has denied any links to the Wagner group, a Russian private military company (PMC) that has been accused of operating in several conflict zones around the world. The denial comes amid reports that the Wagner group has been operating in Sudan, allegedly providing security for gold mines in the Darfur region. The RSF, which was formed in 2013, is a paramilitary force that is part of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The force has been accused of committing human rights abuses against civilians in the Darfur region and other parts of the country. The RSF has ..read more

The Zambia Air Force (ZAF) has recently made an important acquisition by ordering two turbine-powered Enstrom 480B helicopters. This announcement was made by the Enstrom Helicopter Corporation on April 17, 2023, although the contract was actually signed by Zambia’s Ministry of Defence on February 23 of the same year. The helicopters will be stationed in Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia, and will be used for both training and utility missions. The Enstrom 480B helicopter is known for its reliability, durability, and versatility, making it an ideal choice for a range of missions. This particul ..read more

In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been providing arms to both the Rapid Support Force (RSF) and the Sudanese Army, which have been involved in conflicts within Sudan. This has raised concerns over the UAE’s role in the conflict and its impact on the region’s stability. The RSF is a paramilitary force formed in 2013 and is part of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). Its primary objective is to maintain internal security and combat terrorism in Sudan. However, the force has been accused of committing human rights abuses against civilians in the Darfur region and other parts of the ..read more

The 9K720 Iskander hypersonic ballistic missile system and the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) are two of the most advanced weapons systems in the arsenal of Algeria and Morocco, respectively. Both countries have invested heavily in modernizing their military capabilities to maintain a strategic advantage in the region. This article will provide an overview and analysis of these two weapons systems and their potential impact on the security dynamics of the North African region. Tensions between Algeria and Morocco have increased significantly in recent times, mainly due to ..read more

Sudan’s small but deadly Chinese and Iranian-made drones have been making headlines recently, and for good reason. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have the potential to turn the tide of war in Sudan, where fighting between government forces and various rebel groups has been ongoing for years. Iran has been supplying drones to Sudan for several years now, and the country’s military has been steadily building up its drone capabilities. The drones, which are manufactured by Iran’s Aerospace Industries Organization (HESA), come in a variety of sizes and can be used for a range of missions, f ..read more

The proliferation of submarines continues to rise as global maritime security realities necessitate the need for undersea defence. Naval warfare is constantly evolving. New technologies are reshaping the way wars are fought and opening up new opportunities for the future. At the same time, existing weapons systems are proving their worth, and adapting to counter these new challenges on the battlefield. Just like today, tomorrow’s oceans will also be more complex and contested, with new threats constantly emerging and evolving. Yet, the submarine will continue to provide unrivaled conventional ..read more