Ukrainian laser «Trident» destroys drones and missiles at a distance of up to 5 km: first demonstration in action
During the conference «European Defense Industry: Prospects for Cooperation with the Ukrainian Defense Industry», the Ukrainian laser system «Tryzub» was demonstrated for the first time. The event was attended by Vadym Sukharevskyi, Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, who showed footage of the laser weapon.
Ukrainian response to «Shahedi»: domestic hunter drone has already destroyed about 30 targets
During a visit to Ukraine by a Belgian delegation consisting of government officials and defense industry representatives, Ukrainian developers publicly demonstrated a combat UAV, the «Shahed» hunter, for the first time. This Ukrainian-made drone is specially designed to destroy Russian kamikaze drones.
«Disable» F-16: will Ukrainian fighters fly in case of a US ban?
With the new US administration in place, American weapons in Ukraine seem less reliable. However, the Americans will not be able to render the F-16s completely inoperable.
Ukraine uses its own 450 kg KABs — a powerful version of the JDAM-ER bomb that even the US Army does not know about
OSINT (open-source intelligence) claims that Ukraine has guided bombs JDAM-ER for 1,000 pounds (453 kg), which are used from 2023 and have not been reported for delivery.
Gravehawk: UK gives Ukraine a new air defense system capable of using Ukrainian missiles
During his visit to Ukraine, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the transfer of new weapons to Ukraine that will allow it to more effectively repel the Russian invasion. It includes 150 British-made artillery pieces and new Gravehawk mobile air defense systems.
«Trident»: Ukraine has laser weapons to destroy aircraft at a distance of up to 2 km
Ukraine possesses a modern laser weapon called «Trident», capable of destroying aircraft at a distance of more than 2 kilometers. This was announced by Colonel Vadym Sukharevskyi, Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
App «Army+»: Defense Ministry announces money for destroyed Russian equipment in 72 hours
In “Army+” military personnel will be able to submit reports about the destruction of enemy equipment and receive the legally promised money within 72 hours after the report is approved.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine received the latest drone missiles «Hell»: what is known about them
On December 6, on the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy solemnly handed over the first batch of the latest «Hell» drone missiles to the Defense Forces.
Russia attacked Dnipro with a ballistic missile of the «Kedr» system – details and characteristics from the DIU
Yesterday, the terrorist organization Russia struck at the Dnipro Riverusing a ballistic missile. According to the Air Force and StratCom, for the first time in the world, Russia used an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of carrying a nuclear warhead to attack Ukraine. Today, the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine reported more details about…
For the first time in the world: Russia strikes Ukraine with an intercontinental ballistic missile – Stratcom
The morning of November 21 began in Ukraine with an air raid alert. This is no longer news for Ukraine in the state of war unleashed by Russia. But what was new this time was the type of missile used in the attack. According to the Ukrainian Defense Forces, an intercontinental ballistic missile was used for the attack.
Ukraine launches first ATACMS strike against Russia and plans to destroy Crimean bridge, — media
Ukrainian and foreign press reports on Ukraine’s first strike on Russian territory by U.S ATACMS missiles. we should also expect further attacks.
Ukraine modernized «Neptune» missiles and scaled up their production, — Ministry of Defense
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine spoke about modernization and the production of domestic R-360 missiles «Neptune», their number and development «Palyanytsia».
Swarms of drones, guided munitions and a robotic dog: technologies for the frontline tested at the Brave1 training ground
Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov said about testing new developments created for the needs of the Ukrainian military within the Brave1 cluster. The relevant tests took place at training grounds.
Ukraine has created its own planning bomb — Ukrainian Air Force shows video of tests
The crew of the Ukrainian Armed Forces released a video of a Ukrainian bomb being planned. It was tested by a Su-27 fighter jet.
Flying flamethrower: Ukrainian drone on video burns Russian occupiers as it lands
In Zaporizhzhia region, the Russian occupiers literally burned to death. In the video of the RUBPAK 108th separate TRO brigade, a drone with a thermite charge effectively burns them down along with the landing. The only thing missing is «Flight of the Valkyries».
Researcher shows new Ukrainian naval drone that attacked Crimea
OSINT researcher H.I. Sutton spoke about the new Ukrainian armed a naval drone that is already attacking Russian positions in the occupied territory of Ukraine.
The best weapon for the F-16 — Lockheed Martin adapts Mako supersonic missiles for 4th generation aircraft
Lockheed Martin has described some of the characteristics of the Mako hypersonic missile and adapted it for most US fighter jets. The company has been developing Mako for 7 years.
StarWars in Korean: laser weapons will protect South Korea from North Korean drones
South Korea will deploy laser weapons to destroy North Korean drones this year. This will make it the first country in the world to deploy and use such weapons in the army. South Korea has called its laser program the «StarWars» project.
Australia tests mobile laser capable of hitting UAVs at speeds up to 100 km/h
Australia has tested its first laser weapon capable of shooting down drones with high accuracy. The tests took place in May at an army training ground.
Stalker 5.0 presented in Odesa — it’s not a game, it’s a new marine drone
The Stalker 5.0 unmanned boat was presented at the Black Sea Security Forum 2024 in Odesa, Ukraine. The marine drone was demonstrated in the event’s assembly hall.
German HIMARS — Rheinmetall to present GMARS MLRS at Eurosatory 2024
German concern Rheinmetall and Pentagon supplier Lockheed Martin are preparing to present the German equivalent of HIMARS — GMARS, a global mobile artillery missile system, at Eurosatory 2024. GMARS offers accurate and cost-effective fire support over hundreds of kilometers.
The Leopard 2A-RC 3.0 — tank with unmanned turret from KNDS is presented
To the network got a brochure by the German-French concern KNDS, which demonstrates the company’s latest development: the new Leopard 2A-RC 3.0 main battle tank. The tank is based on the Leopard 2 chassis and has a revolutionary unmanned turret.
Sweden will provide Ukraine with ASC 890 (Saab 340) radar reconnaissance aircraft — the first flying radar in the Armed Forces
Sweden will provide Ukraine with a new military package to strengthen its air defense and other defense capabilities. About this reported Minister of Defense Paul Johnson. This is Sweden’s 16th and largest aid package, worth €1.16 billion. In this package, along with other weapons, Sweden will provide ASC 890 airborne surveillance and…
Ukrainian fighter jets receive GBU-39 bombs — high-precision, powerful, inexpensive
The Air Force of Ukraine has adapted American GBU-39 bombs for Soviet fighters. This was reported by The Washington Post citing its own sources. A photo was also posted online showing bombs attached to the wing of the plane, one of which bears the date May 12, 2024.
US Air Force releases first official photos of B-21 Raider stealth bomber in flight
The US Air Force has released the first official images of the B-21 Raider bomber in the air.
The RFDEW is an energy weapon with a shot price of 13 cents and unlimited ammunition. It is designed to destroy drones and aircraft electronics
The United Kingdom is responding to the changing geopolitical situation and is paying more attention to defense technologies, including the deployment of lasers and other directed energy weapons. Such weapons systems can perform the function of missile systems, but at a cost per shot that is orders of magnitude lower.
Ukraine will mass-produce combat and cargo ground drones — Mykhailo Fedorov
Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov wrote in FacebookThe company has announced that Ukraine will start mass production of ground drones (robotic platforms) for various purposes. According to Fedorov, the Brave1 platform has already tested more than 50 models at the test site.
The operation of the DragonFire laser (anti-drone) system was shown on video
The British Ministry of Defense has shown a video of the DragonFire laser weapon against air targets, including drones and mortar shells. It costs about £100 million, but each shot has the potential to can cost less than UAH 500, which is much less than traditional air defense systems.
The Netherlands has contracted 9 DITA software systems for Ukraine from the Czech Republic
The Netherlands has contracted 9 DITA air defense systems for Ukraine from the Czech Republic. The weapons are part of a large Dutch order for Ukraine. The order will be fulfilled by 2 arms manufacturers in the Czech Republic, including 100 modernized T-72 battle tanks.
S-200 SAM: could a 60-year-old weapon shoot down an A-50?
Destruction of an A-50 reconnaissance aircraft by an anti-aircraft missile S-200 complex has drawn the attention of many to this Soviet air defense system, which was considered obsolete and allegedly decommissioned in Ukraine in 2013. The conditions of the Russian-Ukrainian war at the stage of full-scale invasion encourage the Ukrainian Defense…
British Royal Navy fails to launch Trident nuclear missile for testing for the second time in a row
The test launch of a British nuclear missile from a Royal Navy submarine fails for the second time in a row, which the tabloids called a humiliation for the Royal Navy.
A crane in the sky or the long-term prospect of Turkish KAAN aircraft for Ukraine
«We will not only buy but also use it. We also know where to use it». These are the words of said Taking into account the fact that the TAI TF KAAN aircraft is to be presented in its finished form only in 2028, this is a rather bold statement. So, what are the prospects […]
Hackers hacked into one of the divisions of the «Kalashnikov» concern and published data on missiles
Hackers from the Head Mare group got into the servers of the Russian military company NGO @High Precision Systems and Technologies”, part of the “Kalashnikov” concern, and posted a lot of documentation online. In particular, it includes descriptions of two types of missiles.
The American Teledyne FLIR has created a thermal imaging scope that can be used to track its own (non-tracer) bullets even during the day
US defense contractor — Teledyne FLIR company introduced a new thermal imaging sniper sight that helps to see own bullets flying day or night at a distance of up to 2200 meters. The ThermoSight HISS-HD thermal imaging sight enables snipers and machine gunners to hit targets at long range without being detected.
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