Weekend Briefing (5-10 April)
The second week of April has seen Russia move to expand its influence in Asia and ramp tensions in Ukraine. South Korea have Unveil its new KF-21 multirole jet and… Continue reading "Weekend Briefing (5-10 April)"
Author: Wojciech L
Covering a variety of subjects, mostly related to the Polish Armed Forces, Central Europe, Armour, and Aviation.
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Russia Seeks Closer Defense Cooperation With Vietnam
The Ministry of the National Defense of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam has shared details on the visit of a Russian delegation last month. Senior Lieutenant General Phan Van Giang,… Continue reading "Russia Seeks Closer Defense Cooperation With Vietnam"
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Poland Arrests Corrupt Military Officers
The Polish Armed Forces have struggled with internal problems for a some time. Most recently the Central Anticorruption Bureau and the Military Police have arrested 9 people, including a battalion… Continue reading "Poland Arrests Corrupt Military Officers"
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Saudi Arabia Wants More Blackhawks
At the end of March Sikorsky Aircraft won a contract worth $100 million for the delivery of 25 UH-60M Blackhawk helicopters that will be delivered to the Saudi Arabian National… Continue reading "Saudi Arabia Wants More Blackhawks"
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Biden Administration to Relocate Patriot Missiles From Middle East
The Wall Street Journal reported eearlier this week that the US administration has decided to pull Patriot anti-missile systems out of the Persian Gulf region. The US has reportedly decided… Continue reading "Biden Administration to Relocate Patriot Missiles From Middle East"
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USAF Considers Arming Cargo Planes and Tankers With A2A Defenses
The Air Mobile Command is said to be considering equipping some of its cargo planes and air tankers with air defense systems, including air-to-air missiles. In an interview with Breaking… Continue reading "USAF Considers Arming Cargo Planes and Tankers With A2A Defenses"
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South Korea Wants to Rapidly Expand Its Helicopter Numbers
The Republic of Korea’s Army is reportedly seeking to obtain new attack helicopters as quickly as possible. According to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), the Defense Minister of Korea,… Continue reading "South Korea Wants to Rapidly Expand Its Helicopter Numbers"
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Sudden Increase of Russian Activity in the Arctic
In the recent decade the Russian Federation has enhanced its presence in its far northern regions, setting up a number of bases in and on the edge of the Arctic.… Continue reading "Sudden Increase of Russian Activity in the Arctic"
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The United States React to Tense Situation in Ukraine
Concerning news comes from Ukraine with the recent massive movements of the Russian Armed Forces in the region. The situation is tense, with both sides amassing arms and units along… Continue reading "The United States React to Tense Situation in Ukraine"
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KAMS to Upgrade Norwegian F-16 Fighters
The Norwegian company Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services (KAMS) announced its contract with the Defense Material Agency to upgrade two retired Royal Norwegian Air Force F-16s. The F-16 modernization ought to… Continue reading "KAMS to Upgrade Norwegian F-16 Fighters"