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The US Department of Defense announced on April 23, 2024, that it has awarded a significant contract worth $40 million to the American company, Oshkosh Defense LLC, for the development and supply of remotely operated ground units for expeditionary fires (ROGUE-Fire). These systems are intended for use in the Navy and Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System, which plays a crucial role in modern naval and maritime operations.
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The Dutch Minister of Defense, Kajsa Ollongren, announced during the NATO-Ukraine Council meeting on April 19, 2024, that the Netherlands will provide more than 200 million euros in support to Ukraine. This aid is intended to strengthen the country's air defense and artillery capabilities, in the context of the ongoing military aggression it faces. According to Ollongren, rapid intervention is crucial to prevent a deterioration of the security situation in Ukraine.
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Hungary and the United Arab Emirates have initiated discussions aimed at fostering strategic cooperation. Hungarian Defense Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky engaged in talks with Minister of State for Defense Affairs Mohammed Fadel Al Mazrouei in the United Arab Emirates, exploring avenues for collaboration in this crucial domain. This information was made public by the Hungarian Ministry of Defense on April 22, 2024.
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In March 2024, the US military conducted a crucial test of the XM123 Ground Obstacle Breaching Lane Neutralizer (GOBLN) system at the Yuma Proving Ground, located within the Yuma Test Range in Arizona. This test represents an advancement in military breach technology, aiming to more effectively eliminate mines and other obstacles on the battlefield.
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On April 23, 2024, at the Xponential event in San Diego, TEKEVER, the Portuguese unmanned aerial systems (UAS) company, introduced the ARX, its largest and first swarm-capable UAS, set for commercial launch in 2025. This drone represents a significant advancement for the company, capable of deploying and coordinating a swarm of smaller drones.
Read more: Tekever unveils new ARX drone with swarming capabilities at Xponential in US
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As reported by the Twitter account Noise Alerts on April 19, 2024, the first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles was delivered to the Philippine Marine Corps in Manila by an Indian Air Force IL-76TD aircraft. This delivery, which is part of a $375 million agreement signed in 2022, included not only the missiles but also ground launcher systems, marking the first time India has exported the BrahMos missile system to another country.
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On April 18, 2024, the Spanish media outlet Infodefensa announced that MBDA, a European defense company, has responded to a tender issued by the Brazilian Army for the Enhanced Modular Air Defense Solutions (EMADS) system as part of the army's strategic air defense program.
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Throwflame announced on April 24, 2024, that the Thermonator is the first-ever flamethrower-wielding quadruped robot dog. Priced at $9,420, it is now available for purchase by the general public and government agencies, a first of its kind.
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Kongsberg, the Norwegian company, is currently engaged in upgrading the NASAMS anti-aircraft system by integrating a new AMRAAM-ER missile and the GhostEye MR radar system, specifically focusing on adding capabilities to intercept ballistic missiles. This development was first reported by the Norwegian media outlet Teknisk Ukeblad on April 22, 2024, citing internal sources from Kongsberg.
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The European missile manufacturer MBDA, with production facilities in France, has increased the production of Mistral surface-to-air missiles from 10 per month in 2022 to 40 per month, according to the latest announcement from French Minister of Defense, Sébastien Lecornu, published on April 22, 2024. This boost in production reflects a strategic response to the heightened demand for military equipment triggered by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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The British Army's 19th Regiment Royal Artillery, known as The Scottish Gunners, has initiated the technical conversion from the AS90 155mm tracked self-propelled howitzer to the more advanced Archer 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer. The initial phase involves driver training conducted by the Royal School of Artillery, equipping personnel to operate the new platform and deploy it in operations.
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On April 20, 2024, the Lithuanian Minister of Defense announced plans to redefine the country's military priorities, as reported by the Lithuanian media outlet Lrt. Initially set to establish a new armored battalion with Leopard 2 tanks and augment its infantry fighting vehicles by 2030, Lithuania is now shifting towards KF-41 Lynx tracked combat vehicles and reallocating funds to strengthen the country's air defense capabilities with the NASAMS system.
Read more: Lithuania Prioritizes Air Defense with NASAMS Over Leopard 2 Tank Purchases
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- Romania discusses cooperation with South Korea for acquisition of K9 howitzers and K2 tanks
- North Korea Conducts First Tactical Drill Simulating Nuclear Counterattack
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