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On April 24, 2024, the Iraqi Ministry of Defense commemorated the 93rd anniversary of the Air Force’s establishment with a ceremony attended by notable figures including the Prime Minister, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, and the Minister of Defense, among other senior leaders and officers. A significant highlight of the day was the first official public display of the Chinese-made Cai Hong-5 UAV (CH-5), along with a drill display featuring the Iraqi Air Force's Rafale and F-16IQ fighter jets.
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On April 24, 2024, the US Department of Defense (DoD) announced a significant new tranche of security assistance for Ukraine, following the President’s signing of a national security supplemental law. This assistance, marking the fifty-sixth delivery of equipment from DoD stocks to Ukraine since August 2021, is designed to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs. The Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) package, valued at one billion dollars, includes a variety of equipment to address Ukraine's most urgent needs, including air defense missiles, infantry fighting vehicles, and anti-tank missiles.
Read more: US confirms Military Aid to Ukraine Including air defense missiles and Bradley M2 IFVs
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According to a Politico article dated April 24, 2024, the United States quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine last month, marking a first during the two-year conflict. Kyiv's forces have already used these weapons to strike deep behind Russian lines. The United States, via Jake Sullivan, advisor to President Biden, confirmed this information on 25 April 2024.
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On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Navy announced the first deployment of the new T-54A multi-engine training system aircraft at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas. The arrival of the first two operational T-54A aircraft marks the beginning of the transition from the aging T-44C Pegasus models, with a complete replacement anticipated within the next six months.
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The US State Department has approved the sale of advanced anti-radiation missiles to two NATO countries in Europe, the Netherlands and Poland, in deals potentially totaling nearly $2 billion. Announced by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) on April 24, these foreign military sales mark a significant step in enhancing the defense capabilities of both nations.
Read more: US Approves Sales AGM-88G Anti-Radiation Guided Missiles to Poland and the Netherlands
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On April 24, 2024, the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) conducted tests on the RACER Heavy Platform (RHP) vehicles. These tests are part of the Robotic Autonomy in Complex Environments with Resiliency (RACER) program, which aims to enhance autonomous navigation technologies.
Read more: US Tests Mysterious Autonomous Robotic Handling Platforms RHP Vehicles for RACER Program
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On April 24, 2024, Northrop Grumman announced that the US Air Force (USAF) selected its AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task-Oriented Radar (G/ATOR), following a similar decision by the US Marine Corps (USMC). This radar system, recognized for its multifunction capabilities and 360-degree coverage, represents the next generation of American air surveillance/air defense and Air Traffic Control (ATC) Radar.
Read more: US Air Force selects Northrop Grumman’s AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR unified radar
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Poland has announced the signing of an acquisition agreement for the HOMAR-K Multiple Rocket Launcher System (MLRS) with the Republic of Korea, during a ceremony held on April 25 in the presence of Secretary of State Mr. Paweł BEJDA. The agreement, valued at approximately USD 1.6 billion, was concluded between the Polish State Treasury - Armament Agency and Hanwha Aerospace Co. Ltd., a South Korean company. It involves the delivery of 72 multi-launch rocket modules, along with logistical and training packages, and the integration of the HOMAR-K launchers. The contract also includes the supply of several thousand precision missiles with ranges of 80 km and 290 km, as well as technical support from the manufacturer.
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On April 23, 2024, during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Poland, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced plans to deploy a squadron of Typhoon FGR4 fighter jets to Poland to defend its airspace in 2025 as part of NATO's air mission in the Baltic Sea.
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Roshel, a Canadian company, has proposed to Germany to open a factory for the production of MRAP vehicles on German soil, as reported by Bild on April 23, 2024. This proposal comes with another offer: the immediate delivery of 100 MRAP vehicles destined for Ukraine.
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On April 22, 2024, the Greek company EODH, in collaboration with Belgian-Spanish DUMA and German KNDS (formerly Krauss-Maffei Wegmann), unveiled the Leopard 1HEL, an upgraded version of the Leopard 1A5 main battle tank featuring a modular upgrade package. The upgrade aims to modernize this aging German main battle tank and has been presented as an option for the Greek Army, which is the largest user of this tank type globally.
Read more: Greece unveils new Leopard 1HEL Main Battle Tank with European collaboration
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Smith and Wesson unveiled its latest innovation on April 23, 2024, the M&P 10MM M2.0 FDE with thumb safety, marking an advancement in the M&P 2.0 Full Size series. This new model, which enhances both power and precision, is designed to meet the specific needs of users seeking a 10mm caliber option.
Read more: Smith & Wesson Launches New M&P 10MM M2.0 FDE Pistol