On August 11, 2025, Lithuania began the Arsus Vilkas (Fierce Wolf) 2025 military exercises in the border regions with Belarus, as reported by the Lithuanian Armed Forces. Taking place from August 11 to 22, these maneuvers come just days after the arrival of the first echelon of Russian troops and equipment in Belarus for the large-scale Zapad-2025 drills scheduled for mid-September. This proximity in timing and location has intensified regional scrutiny, particularly as the Baltic States and NATO closely monitor possible spillover effects in a tense security climate marked by Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Read Full Defense News at this link.
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| By placing combat-ready units and modernized assets such as the Vilkas IFV in operational conditions close to the Belarusian border, Lithuania is signaling it will not be caught off-guard by rapid deployments or pretext-driven operations from its eastern neighbors |
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According to information published by Elbit Systems on 11 August 2025, the company has signed two contracts worth a combined USD 260 million (EUR 224 million) with the Israeli Ministry of Defense for the supply of advanced airborne munitions.
- The deal comes as Israel faces increasing restrictions on foreign arms sales, with several countries, including Germany, suspending or limiting new defense export approvals over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
These measures have reinforced the Ministry’s push to source critical weapon systems from domestic manufacturers, ensuring supply chain security and operational readiness. The Rampage is a supersonic air-to-ground missile with a range exceeding 150 km, designed for stand-off strikes against high-value targets while evading enemy air defenses (Picture source: Elbit).
On August 10, 2025, the Philippine Sea hosted an unprecedented naval maneuver bringing together for the first time three aircraft carriers from three different nations operating in close formation alongside an American amphibious assault ship.
This trilateral cooperation between HMS Prince of Wales of the United Kingdom, USS George Washington of the United States, and JS Kaga of Japan reflected a high level of operational integration, reinforced by the presence of USS America and a multinational escort force.
This unique configuration demonstrated a shared intention to deploy a credible and coordinated force in a strategically sensitive environment. Read more. |  |
| HMS Prince of Wales of the Royal Navy, USS George Washington of the US Navy, and JS Kaga of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force are sailing in formation in the Philippine Sea alongside USS America and allied escort ships during a multinational exercise on August 10, 2025.
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AI-powered electric VTOL fighter drone
According to information published by SkyDefense LLC on August 11, 2025, the Brighton-based defense technology company has revealed a new aerial platform aimed at strengthening defenses against hostile unmanned aircraft.
Designed for rapid reaction in high-threat environments, the system is intended to safeguard critical infrastructure, secure national borders, protect forward operating bases, and ensure the safety of sensitive public areas.
Its configuration and performance are tailored to deliver responsiveness and adaptability, allowing it to counter modern aerial threats with speed and precision.
The CobraJet is an AI-powered electric VTOL fighter drone capable of over 200 mph, equipped with EO/IR sensors, autonomous targeting, and modular weapons to intercept and destroy hostile UAVs in contested environments (Picture source: SkyDefense).
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First unveiled at the Sea Air Space 2024 exhibition, the Mako hypersonic missile was developed by Lockheed Martin to reach speeds of Mach 5 while being compatible with a wide range of aerial platforms.
ts compact size, modularity, and ability to be carried in the internal weapons bays of the F-22 and F-35 stealth fighters represent a notable development in the design of hypersonic weapons, which have long been limited by their bulk.
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According to information published by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, on August 11, 2025,
Ukraine’s Armed Forces are entering a new phase of battlefield medical support by expanding the use of unmanned ground vehicles for casualty evacuation. During the monthly military medicine and supply review, Syrskyi addressed the growing operational challenges caused by the extended reach of modern strike drones.
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According to information published by the French Ministry of Armed Forces on August 11, 2025, the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) awarded the PALADIN (Positioning and Autonomous Laser Assisted Detection in Near-space) framework agreement to French New Space company Infinite Orbits on August 8, 2025, for a maximum value of 50 million euros.
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On August 12, 2025, SMARTSHOOTER announced it has secured a significant contract from an undisclosed Asia-Pacific nation for hundreds of SMASH 3000 fire control systems, as reported by the company on its official channel. This acquisition follows extensive operational trials by the customer, who praised the system’s performance in countering small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS) and delivering accurate engagement of ground targets.
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According to information published by the Indian Defence Research Wing (IDRW) on July 25, 2025, the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is engaged in a detailed evaluation of the feasibility of integrating the BrahMos-A supersonic cruise missile onto its fleet of Su-30MKM multirole fighter aircraft.
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On July 27, 2025, a photograph released by the US Navy via its DVIDS platform showed the presence of newly installed Coyote counter-drone launchers aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96).
As noted by The War Zone on August 11, 2025, this is the first publicly available image confirming the system’s operational use on a destroyer.
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On July 31, 2025, a TU-2S Dragon Lady from the 9th Reconnaissance Wing took off from Beale Air Force Base, California, to carry out an unprecedented mission in the history of this aircraft. Seventy years after the accidental maiden flight of the first Lockheed U-2 in 1955, conducted by Tony LeVier over Groom Lake, the plane completed the longest flight ever recorded for this platform, flying over all 48 contiguous U.S. states. Read more.
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On August 10, 2025, Florian Seibel, Co-Founder of German drone manufacturer Quantum Systems, announced via LinkedIn the transfer of the Vector AI drone, equipped with artificial intelligence and a WASP (Weles Acoustic Sensor Payload) acoustic detection system, to Ukraine. This delivery represents a new technological asset in the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ ongoing efforts to counter enemy artillery.
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According to a statement dated August 4, 2025, published by Indra in Spain, the company announced the launch of a new generation of fully digital self-protection systems designed for combat aircraft, transport aircraft, and helicopters. This technology, which will undergo flight testing shortly, is intended to reduce the time required to detect a missile attack and to enable a faster response to neutralize the threat.
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According to information published by Lockheed Martin on August 12, 2025, the company has announced an expanded industrial collaboration package to strengthen its F-16 Block 70 proposal for the Philippine Air Force’s Multi-Role Fighter program. The new package introduces a strategic partnership with Southern Methodist University aimed at advancing digital innovation, intellectual property development, and high-level technical training in cooperation with Philippine universities and industries.
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On August 8, 2025, Baykar announced a key milestone in Türkiye’s unmanned combat aviation program, reporting that its Bayraktar TB3 naval UCAV had launched the AI-powered KEMANKEŞ 1 jet-propelled loitering munition in a successful live-fire test, hitting its target with precision.
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According to information published by SA Defensa on X on 9 August 2025, the Brazilian Navy has officially named its second Tamandaré class frigate F201 Jerônimo de Albuquerque during a formal ceremony at the Oceana shipyard in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. The event was attended by senior naval commanders, political authorities, and executives from the shipbuilding sector, with Lady Maria Lúcia Guimarães Ribeiro Alckmin, wife of Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, acting as the ship’s sponsor.
On August 11, 2025, Lithuania began the Arsus Vilkas (Fierce Wolf) 2025 military exercises in the border regions with Belarus, as reported by the Lithuanian Armed Forces. Taking place from August 11 to 22, these maneuvers come just days after the arrival of the first echelon of Russian troops and equipment in Belarus for the large-scale Zapad-2025 drills scheduled for mid-September.
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According to information published by Hammer of War on X on 7 August 2025, Burkina Faso has received a major shipment of Chinese-manufactured military equipment, including VN22B fire support vehicles, PLL-05 120 mm self-propelled gun-mortars, and SR5 multiple rocket launch systems. This acquisition represents a significant boost to Burkina Faso’s land warfare capabilities and highlights a deepening defense partnership with Beijing.
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According to information published by WarshipCam on X on August 10, 2025, the United States Navy’s experimental littoral combat vessel Sea Fighter (FSF-1) was observed arriving at Jacksonville, Florida, to conduct advanced trials aimed at pushing the envelope of high-speed littoral warfare and modular mission flexibility. The deployment underscores Sea Fighter’s continued role as a vital test platform in the U.S.
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