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Switzerland’s F-35 Controversy: Neutrality, Sovereignty, and Defense Modernization

In Switzerland, a nation synonymous with neutrality and fiscal conservatism, significant public and political opposition is mounting...

French Navy Frigate Takes Down Houthi Drone with 76mm Gun in Red Sea Clash

The Royal Australian Navy Adelaide-class guided-missile frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 03) and the Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) conduct formation...

UK’s RapidDestroyer: Revolutionizing Drone Warfare with Microwave Weapons

The United Kingdom has made a significant advancement in countering the expanding threat posed by drone warfare...

India to Boost Air Power with 40 More Rafale Jets Amid Growing Regional Tensions

On April 16, 2025, Bharat Shakti, an Indian defense portal, reported that the Indian Air Force (IAF)...

Czech Republic Extends Gripen Lease Amid F-35 Delays: A Strategic Defense Move

The Czech Republic, a strategic NATO partner in Central Europe, is nearing an agreement with Swedish aerospace...

Belgium Proposes Shifting F-35 Assembly to Italy: Impact on European Defense Strategy

Belgium’s recent proposal to shift the assembly of its Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II aircraft from the...

India Finalizes Rafale-M Deal to Boost Naval Airpower and IAF Capabilities

India is poised to bolster its naval aviation capabilities with the procurement of 26 Rafale Marine fighter...

France Develops HIMARS Alternative with Thundart Rocket Artillery System

France Advances Indigenous Rocket Artillery Capability to Supplant HIMARS Dependency In a strategic pivot...

Rheinmetall Acquires Hagedorn-NC to Boost Ammo Supply Chain

Rheinmetall to Acquire Hagedorn-NC, Strengthening Ammunition Supply Chain Rheinmetall has announced plans to acquire...

India-South Korea K9 Vajra-T Deal Signals Shift in Global Artillery Market

Strategic Assessment: India–South Korea K9 Vajra-T Artillery Agreement On April 3, 2025, South Korea's...

FREMM EVO Frigates: Next-Gen Naval Warfare & Fleet Modernization

The event saw the participation of several high-ranking officials, including Admiral Chief Inspector Giuseppe Abbamonte, Director of...

Greece Unveils €25B High-Tech Military Upgrade with Achilles Shield

Greece has announced a €25 billion ($27 billion) military modernization plan over the next decade to adapt...