Apr
22A video shared by ButusovPlus on April 20, 2025, has confirmed for the first time the presence of North Korea’s M1991 multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) in Russian service.
Published on April 20, 2025, by Ukrainian military journalist Yurii Butusov, the footage shows Russian servicemen installing improvised anti-drone protection on an M1991 system inside what appears to be a hangar.
Although intelligence reports have long stated that these systems were transferred from North Korea to Russia, this video serves as the first visual verification of their operational use. Read more...
Apr
21
On April 17, 2025, the German Ministry of Defense announced a transformative decision in its efforts to modernize the Bundeswehr (German Army): the large-scale procurement of loitering munitions from two domestic suppliers. This initiative not only marks a technological leap for the German military but also represents a strategic shift in how new weapon systems are adopted and integrated into operational use. Rather than pursuing the traditional approach of incremental trials with small batches, the Bundeswehr will now deploy a significant number of loitering munitions directly to frontline units for immediate testing and tactical integration. Feedback from these operational environments will guide future procurement decisions, potentially expanding the program or steering it toward alternative systems. A Rheinmetall loitering munition developed in partnership with UVision on display. As part of Germany’s push to modernize the Bundeswehr, loitering munitions like these are being considered for large-scale deployment to enhance battlefield precision and tactical flexibility.
(Picture source: Army Recognition Group)
Apr
22
On April 9, 2025, in Brussels, Germany, Latvia, and Norway signed a multilateral agreement for the joint procurement of DM22 directional anti-tank mines, as reported by the Bundeswehr. Announced during the 115th session of NATO’s Conference of National Armaments Directors (CNAD), the initiative reflects a growing European effort to consolidate defense procurement, in line with guidance from both NATO and the European Union. Read more.
Apr
21
On April 19, 2025, the U.S. Navy’s Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Toledo (SSN 769) officially returned to operational status following the successful completion of its Engineered Overhaul (EOH) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY). This comprehensive and technically demanding process is critical to extending the life of the submarine and ensuring it remains fully mission-capable amid increasingly complex global security demands.
Apr
21
Published by RTX via its official X account on April 21, 2025, American defense technology giant Raytheon, an RTX business, announced the signing of a significant term sheet with the United Arab Emirates’ Tawazun Council to establish local production of the Coyote Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) interceptor in the UAE.
Apr
21
The LGM-35 Sentinel is the United States' next-generation InterContinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), designed to replace the long-serving LGM-30G Minuteman III. Developed under the Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program, the Sentinel is the land-based component of the U.S. strategic nuclear triad for the 21st century.
Apr
21
On April 17, 2025, the Tunisian Navy held a commissioning ceremony for two 110-foot (34-meter) American Island-class patrol boats at the naval base in La Goulette, near Tunis. These vessels were recently transferred from the United States as part of a broader U.S. commitment to support Tunisia’s maritime security and regional stability. The ceremony took place during a port visit by the USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), the flagship of the U.S.
Apr
21
The U.S. Army has successfully tested an autonomous ship-to-shore resupply system as part of its Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5), showcasing how unmanned systems can reshape future military logistics. Conducted in April 2025, the test involved an Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) autonomously transporting and offloading a supply-loaded Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) onshore, demonstrating a fully automated operation from sea to land. Read full Defense News at this link ...
Apr
21
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has taken a major step in upgrading its airborne command-and-control capabilities by equipping one of its E-7A Wedgetail aircraft with a Starlink satellite communications system. Operated by No. 2 Squadron at RAAF Base Williamtown, the E-7A Wedgetail is a modified Boeing 737 equipped with advanced radar and surveillance systems, used to detect, track, and coordinate air and maritime operations over vast distances.
Apr
20
On April 20, 2025, the British Royal Air Force (RAF) announced that its Typhoon fighter jets deployed to Malbork Air Base in Poland had been scrambled three times over three days to intercept Russian military aircraft approaching NATO airspace. These operations are part of NATO’s Enhanced Air Policing (eAP) mission, a defensive measure designed to protect the airspace of alliance members in Eastern Europe.
Apr
20
According to information published by the U.S. Department of Defense on April 19, 2025, U.S. Marines from the 3d Littoral Anti-Air Battalion’s Ground-Based Air Defense Battery (GBAD) will conduct live-fire training with the newly fielded Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) during Exercise Balikatan 25 in the Philippines. This marks the first deployment of MADIS to the country, representing a significant step in expanding U.S.-Philippine defense cooperation and reinforcing the U.S.
Apr
20
American shipbuilding company Huntington Ingalls Industries has officially delivered the first two Lionfish Small Uncrewed Undersea Vehicles (SUUVs) to the U.S. Navy, marking a transformative milestone in undersea naval warfare modernization. This initial delivery is part of a broader program that could scale to 200 vehicles, with a potential contract value exceeding $347 million. Developed in partnership with the U.S.
Apr
20
On April 19, 2025, the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) showcased its newly acquired NIMR AJBAN 442A armored vehicles, produced by the United Arab Emirates’ EDGE defense industry group, during its 133rd Anniversary Parade in Malé. This event marked the public debut of these advanced 4x4 tactical vehicles, which EDGE Group delivered as part of a strategic defense partnership. Read full Defense News at this link ...
Apr
20
The Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has deployed its KJ-500 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to Egypt for the "Eagles of Civilization 2025" joint air exercise with the Egyptian Air Force (EAF). This is the first time the KJ-500 has participated in an international military exercise, marking a new step in China’s overseas air operations.
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