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On April 18, 2024, the People's Liberation Army's WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone was spotted for the first time flying over the South China Sea near the Philippines. The high-altitude, long-range drone was observed by Raffy Tima, a reporter for GMA News while covering a project supporting local fishing communities in the area.
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On April 18, during an extraordinary European Council summit in Brussels, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed hope that NATO could provide six additional Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. This request follows an increase in Russian attacks on Ukrainian urban and energy infrastructures. On April 13, Germany had already committed to delivering an additional Patriot system, bringing the total number promised by Berlin to Kyiv to three.
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According to a press release, dated April 18, 2024, AeroVironment announced that its Switchblade 300 Block 20 loitering munition system will equip the Marine Corps with an internal capability for tactical-level anti-armor and anti-personnel precision strikes. The contract begins with an initial order of $8.9 million and could reach up to $249 million in total value.
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The Ukrainian Air Force, led by Commander Mykola Oleshchuk, announced via social media that they have successfully intercepted Russian Kh-22 missiles for the first time. During the night of April 19, 2024, Russian forces launched a combined missile strike, including six Kh-22 cruise missiles from their Tu-22M3 long-range strategic bombers, originating from the Black and Azov Seas.
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The British Army is close to receiving the new Challenger 3 Main Battle Tanks (MBTs), according to information published by the British Ministry of Defence on April 18, 2024. Considered one of Europe's most modern tanks, the Challenger 3 is now in the final stages before entering the production phase.
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On April 18, 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the Ukrainian defense industry plans to commission 10 2S22 Bohdana 155mm self-propelled artillery systems for the first time this month. He also added that further deliveries will follow in May. This announcement comes after Ukraine has increased its production capabilities, previously stating it could produce eight vehicles per month.
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The German Vice Chancellor Habeck is currently visiting Kyiv, accompanied by numerous German industrialists including Helmut Rauch, CEO of Diehl Defence. Diehl Defence is the manufacturer of the Iris-T SLM anti-air system. Rauch announced the rapid delivery of new systems to Ukraine, as reported by the German daily Bild.
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On April 15, 2024, the US Air Force reported that two B-1B Lancer bombers, originating from Morón Air Base in Spain, arrived at Incirlik Air Base in Türkiye as part of a routine training mission designated as Bomber Task Force 24-2. This operation strengthens crucial cooperation during regional tensions.
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Amidst the intense conflict in Ukraine, robotic systems have emerged as vital assets on the battlefield, prompting Russian engineers to continue innovating in this new military technology. Let's take a closer look at the progress of Russia's military robotization. Several systems were showcased during an exhibition in Russia on 17 April 2024, including a UGV ambulance equipped with grenade launchers.
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According to a Reddit post published on April 15, 2024, China recently developed a new heavy infantry fighting vehicle (HIFV) based on the Type 59 Main Battle Tank. The origin of this unnamed vehicle can be traced back to August 2017 at the Baotou training ground, where Norinco, a leading defense manufacturer in China, unveiled its initial version.
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During a military parade held on April 17, 2024, to mark National Army Day, Iran unveiled a new version of its Bavar-373 mounted on an 8x8 truck chassis, MZKT-791300, designed and manufactured in Belarus. The new version will have the same combat capabilities as the Russian S-400 air defense missile system, capable of intercepting fifth-generation fighter jets, including the American F-35 stealth aircraft.
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KNDS France (KMW + Nexter Defense Systems) has unveiled the latest evolution of the (Dépanneur de char lecler rénové DLCR) Leclerc tank recovery version. This vehicle aimed to provide assistance and recovery to the French Leclerc battle tank. in use, it's the real mobile garage. the DLCR can traction system but crew and material for minor repairs in the field. However, the last version was particularly old and unadapted to modern conflicts.
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