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South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced the successful, on March 29,2024, nationwide deployment of the advanced TPQ-74K counter-battery radar system. This latest development marks a pivotal enhancement in the country's readiness against potential provocations from the North.Initiated in 2018, the deployment of the TPQ-74K radar follows a comprehensive seven-year development phase, aimed specifically at countering North Korean artillery attacks. These provocations pose a substantial threat to front-line islands in the Yellow Sea and the densely populated greater Seoul area, which is home to nearly half of South Korea's 51 million residents.
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According to a recent Bild report from 2 April 2024, the supply of ammunition for Gepard self-propelled gun anti-aircraft systems in Ukraine has significantly improved. Initially, a shortage in Germany led Ukrainian operators to ration their use. Following these reports, the German Defense Ministry committed to increasing supplies. An anonymous Ukrainian armed forces officer confirmed to Bild that the availability of Gepard ammunition has indeed seen an improvement.
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The United States has positioned a total of four strategic bombers in Europe following the arrival of two additional B-1B Lancers at Morón Air Base in Spain on March 26, 2024, completing the deployment of Bomber Task Force 24-2. These aircraft, assigned to the 7th Bomb Wing from Dyess Air Force Base in Texas, traversed the Barents Sea to enter the United States European Command's area of operations, conducting their mission in international airspace in full compliance with international law.
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On March 23, 2024, during the Pakistan Day military parade, Pakistan unveiled the Fatah-II ballistic missile to the public for the first time, presented alongside the previously known Fatah-I model. The Fatah-II missile, which was mounted on an 8x8 transporter erector launcher (TEL), possesses a range of up to 400 kilometers, and was unveiled at the 2024 World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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On March 29, 2024, Hanwha Aerospace announced the official start of assembly for Australia's first AS9 self-propelled howitzer, dubbed the Huntsman, along with the AS10 armored ammunition resupply vehicle at its facility in Changwon, South Korea. The "mate" process, which involves the assembly of major components to form the complete combat vehicle, commenced on March 28 at Hanwha Aerospace's Plant 3, according to a company statement.
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In 2018, Belgium announced its intention to join the French SCORPION program [Synergy of contact enhanced by versatility and information enhancement] through the acquisition of 382 Griffon Multirole Armored Vehicles [VMBR] and 60 Jaguar Armored Reconnaissance and Combat Vehicles [EBRC], as part of its CaMo [Motorized Capability] project.
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On April 3, 2024, Rheinmetall announced that the Spanish government had placed an order for the supply of 104,000 mortar rounds. Valued in the upper tens of millions of euros, this order marks a significant step in Spain's efforts to strengthen its army's firepower. The contract, finalized in the first quarter of 2024, calls for the delivery of mortar rounds in three calibers: 60mm, 81mm, and 120mm, to be completed by the end of 2025.
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According to Reuters news agency, in a discreet warehouse in southern England, engineers from Evolve Dynamics are working on promising technology designed to keep Ukrainian reconnaissance drones operational even in the face of Russian electronic jamming efforts. This project is part of an international endeavor to support Ukraine's drone program, as the country seeks a technological edge against a larger and better-equipped foe. Companies from various countries have already provided Ukraine with a range of drones and components. Some, like Evolve Dynamics, are also focusing on technological advancements to counter Russia's electronic warfare (EW) capabilities.
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On April 2, 2024, French Minister of the Armed Forces, Sébastien Lecornu, highlighted several key points regarding the military aid provided by France to Ukraine, with one of the most notable aspects being the accelerated production of the CAESAR, a highly sought-after mobile artillery system. It was previously announced that production had increased from 2 to 6 units per month, and now, according to the Defense Minister, production could potentially reach 12 CAESAR units per month soon.
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The United States has recently authorized the shipment of bombs and military planes to Israel, amidst ongoing tensions and conflict in the Gaza Strip, The Washington Post disclosed. This considerable military support arrives as the U.S. publicly voices concerns over potential Israeli military actions in Rafah ( southern Gaza). this package is in addition to the usual U.S. aid package, which amounts to 3.8 billion dollars annually.
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On April 2, 2024, CNN revealed that the Biden administration is preparing to formally notify Congress of its intention to approve the sale of 50 F-15EX fighter jets to Israel, in a deal valued at $18 billion. This transaction includes the acquisition of 25 new F-15EX "Eagle 2", also designated "F-15IA Ra’am II" in Israeli terminology and the upgrade of 25 existing F-15I aircraft to this advanced standard. The new jets, which will take about five years to build, respond to an initial request from Israel in January 2023 aimed at strengthening its air force.
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On March 28, 2024, China announced the development of a guided anti-aircraft missile capable of hitting aerial targets over two thousand kilometers away. This new missile, 8 meters in length and weighing 2.5 tons, can be launched from mobile platforms. Designed to target radar planes and long-range bombers, this system marks a significant advancement beyond the current anti-aircraft missile capabilities, which typically have a range of only a few hundred kilometers.
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