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The Indian Army has initiated the acquisition of a specialised infrared target rocket system to enhance the combat readiness of its air defence units against evolving aerial threats such as drones and cruise missiles, according to a report by Bharat Shakti.This procurement marks a significant step in bridging a long-standing gap in the Army’s training infrastructure, where opportunities to engage manoeuvrable and representative aerial targets during live exercises have been limited.A Request for Information has been issued to both domestic and foreign defence manufacturers, seeking details of an Intermediate Target System Rocket. This ground-launched aerial target is designed to provide…

Türkiye has handed over the Hisar-class offshore patrol vessel (OPV) CAm. Roman to the Romanian Naval Forces, its first export of a combat-capable warship to a state that is a member of both NATO and the European Union, as reported by TurDef and Daily Sabah. The delivery took place on 20 June at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard Command, where President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Romanian President Nicușor Dan oversaw the handover alongside Defence Minister Yaşar Güler. “With the sales agreement we signed with Romania, Türkiye exports a warship to a NATO and EU member country for the first time in…

Bharat Dynamics Limited has announced that it has secured orders worth approximately ₹1,347.71 crore from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the supply of missile-related systems and countermeasure equipment.This development was confirmed in a regulatory filing on Wednesday, underscoring the growing collaboration between India’s leading defence public sector undertakings.The company stated that the orders include Helina launchers and Line Replaceable Units valued at ₹1,109.37 crore. In addition, HAL has placed orders for Counter Measure Dispensing System LRUs worth ₹238.34 crore. Together, these contracts amount to a gross value of ₹1,347.71 crore, marking a significant boost to BDL’s order book.The Helina system is…

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii—The 30th iteration of RIMPAC will feature 30 to 35 experiments that involve unmanned systems, the Pacific Fleet’s second-in-command said Wednesday.The experiments are “a major part” of this year’s edition of the biennial Exercise Rim of the Pacific, Vice Adm. Jeffrey Jablon told reporters at a press conference. He declined to provide specifics.Along with the drones, RIMPAC also  includes 30 countries, 31 surface ships, five submarines, and nearly 200 aircraft, Jablon said. While the theme is “partners: integrated and prepared,” he said his top priorities for each of the 30,000 participants are “safety, environmental stewardship, and…

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is transforming the Archer‑NG unmanned aerial vehicle from a surveillance‑focused platform into a fully weaponised combat drone, capable of striking both ground and aerial targets with indigenous precision munitions and advanced air‑to‑air missiles, India Today outlined this transformation.This marks a decisive leap in India’s indigenous UAV modernisation drive.The Archer‑NG was initially conceived as a medium‑altitude long‑endurance drone dedicated to intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. Its current phase of development continues to emphasise advanced ISR capabilities, integrating high‑resolution electro‑optical and infrared sensors, synthetic aperture radar, and secure high‑bandwidth communication links. These systems are designed to…

Türkiye’s Baykar and Italy’s Leonardo have completed the first live trials of their K-SWARM crewed-uncrewed teaming concept, flying the Bayraktar Kızılelma uncrewed combat air vehicle (UCAV) under the direct control of the crew of an M-346 jet, the two companies announced in a joint statement on 22 June. The flight campaign took place last month at Baykar’s flight and test centre in Çorlu, in northwestern Türkiye, and paired a Leonardo-owned M-346 Fighter Attack aircraft with a Kızılelma, while an Italian Air Force T-346A flew as chase aircraft. It marks the first time a Turkish UCAV has been commanded in flight…

India is rapidly modernising its missile and nuclear arsenal to close the gap with China, focusing on longer‑range systems such as Agni‑V, Astra MK‑II/III, and advanced cruise missiles, according to an analysis by Nikkei Asia..This expansion, highlighted by SIPRI’s 2026 report, underscores New Delhi’s determination to deter both China and Pakistan while strengthening its strategic posture.India has expanded its nuclear arsenal to about 190 warheads by early 2026. This growth is paired with modernisation of delivery systems, particularly long‑range missiles capable of striking deep into Chinese territory. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute notes that India’s planning continues to account…

On June 16, 2026, Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin and Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh met in Astana to discuss expanding transport cooperation.  The meeting produced specific outcomes: Iran allocated a plot at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas for a Kazakh logistics terminal, and Kazakhstan offered Iran port space, berths, and terminals at its Caspian ports of Aktau and Kuryk. Both sides reaffirmed a joint target of 20 million tonnes per year on the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).  The meeting took place three and a half months into…

India has now armed 40 Su‑30MKI fighters with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, giving the Air Force a formidable long‑range strike capability, according to a report by Times of India.This milestone, confirmed at the Fleet 2026 International Maritime Defence Show, marks a decisive step in strengthening India’s aerial deterrence against regional adversaries.Around 40 Su‑30MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force have been integrated with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.These jets form part of a larger fleet of 270 Sukhoi‑MKI fighters, which constitute the backbone of India’s combat aviation. The integration was confirmed by BrahMos Aerospace co‑director Alexander Maksichev, who emphasised that the…

G. Newsham, Asia T. China is howling about Japan’s military moves, but it’s the only one in the region that views Tokyo in a negative light Source link