India signs $7.4 billion deal with France for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets
India has signed an agreement with France to acquire 26 Rafale fighter jets in their naval variant, the…
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Russian satellite Cosmos 2553 tied to nuclear space program spins out of control
A Russian military satellite, Cosmos 2553, believed by US officials to be linked to Moscow’s nuclear anti-satellite weapons…
Swedish Gripens intercept Russian IL-20 in first NATO air policing mission
Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets carried out their first interception mission under NATO’s Enhanced Air Policing (eAP)…
Containerized cargo air drop in the Falkland Islands makes RAF history: pictures
It has been revealed that the UK Royal Air Force (RAF) has successfully carried out one of the…
French Air Force launches surprise dispersal drill and Sweden deployment
The French Air and Space Force simultaneously conducted two high-profile exercises demonstrating its operational versatility and strategic reach.…
Fire engulfs Russian military depot near Moscow: What we know so far
On April 22, 2025, a powerful explosion shook the 51st Arsenal of Russia’s Main Missile and Artillery Directorate…
Japan’s iQPS to provide Ukraine with satellite intel amid US support uncertainty
In response to fluctuating support from the United States, Ukraine is intensifying its efforts to diversify its intelligence…
Polish President advocates dual nuclear deterrence from NATO and France
Polish President Andrzej Duda has expressed support for Poland to benefit from both NATO’s nuclear umbrella and France’s…
Germany blocks Eurofighter Typhoon sale to Turkey amid political turmoil
Germany has halted a proposed sale of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets to Turkey, citing concerns over recent political…
RAF fighter jets scrambled 3 times in 3 days to intercept Russian aircraft
The UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) has deployed two Typhoon fighter jets multiple times over recent days to intercept…
UK tests radio-frequency weapon to take down drone swarms at ultra-low cost
The British Army has successfully tested a new Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon (RF DEW) capable of neutralizing…
Indian Air Force seeks 40 more Rafale jets as Navy finalizes $7.4 billion deal
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly pursuing a government-to-government agreement for 40 more Rafale jets. At the…
Germany’s Taurus missiles: What could they add to Ukraine’s arsenal?
Germany’s Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missiles could enhance Ukraine’s ability to strike high-value targets deep behind Russian lines…
NASA’s S-3B Viking to honor fallen US Navy flight crews at POW museum
A NASA-owned S-3B Viking aircraft that helped support research missions for over a decade will be displayed at…
Dassault CEO warns France risks falling behind in military spaceplane race
As China rehearses space combat tactics and the United States ramps up investment in military space capabilities, France…
Spanish Air Force welcomes first Airbus A330 MRTT tanker aircraft
The Spanish Air Force received its first Airbus A330 MRTT (Multi-Role Tanker Transport) on April 11, 2025, at a…
Ex-French Navy pilot investigated for alleged intelligence sharing with China
A former French Navy fighter pilot is under formal investigation for suspected intelligence cooperation with China, following trips…
RAAF deploys C-27J Spartan carrying 5,000L aviation fuel for flood relief
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) rapidly deployed one of its C-27J Spartan transport aircraft carrying 5,000 liters…