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July 22, 2025
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Delays in Caesar Howitzers Prompt Czech Threat to Suspend Payments

Facing significant contractual and technical issues, the Czech Republic is considering freezing future payments to KNDS France for the purchase of 62 Caesar 8×8 self-propelled howitzers. A letter from...

July 22, 2025
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New Turkish Combat Vehicle Uses Lasers to Disrupt and Destroy Aerial Drones

Turkey has introduced a powerful new defense asset—the ALKA-KAPLAN hybrid combat vehicle—specifically engineered to counter drone threats through laser-based technology. The system is the result of a joint effort...

July 22, 2025
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Italian Firm Leonardo Introduces Advanced Gun for Future MBT Program

Leonardo, Italy’s leading defense manufacturer, has launched its advanced 120mm L55 tank gun, engineered to deliver improved range and ballistic performance through a higher muzzle velocity. Designed as an...

July 21, 2025
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AM General Secures $150M Order to Supply Humvees to Israeli Forces

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has signed a substantial procurement contract with U.S.-based AM General to acquire a large fleet of Humvees and associated spare parts. Funded through U.S....

July 21, 2025
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French Army Showcases New Griffon Mortar Carrier at Paris Display

France’s military modernization drive has taken a significant step forward with the unveiling of the Griffon MEPAC—a mobile, self-propelled mortar variant of the Griffon 6×6 armored vehicle platform. This...

July 21, 2025
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First Upgraded Ariete C2 Tanks Delivered to Italian Army

At a formal handover at the Cecchignola military complex near Rome, the Italian Army received the first upgraded Ariete C2 main battle tank, produced by the Iveco-Oto Melara Consortium...

July 20, 2025
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Belgium debuts Griffon, Falcon CLVs in 2025 parade

During an exclusive preview event, the Army Recognition editorial team covered the full-dress rehearsal of Belgium’s upcoming National Day military parade in Brussels. This behind-the-scenes access gave a rare...

July 16, 2025
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Patria to Supply 129 Armored Vehicles to Denmark

In a significant boost to its military mobility and interoperability, Denmark has signed a contract with Finnish defense manufacturer Patria for the supply of 129 CAVS 6×6 armored vehicles....

July 15, 2025
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New Hydrogen-Powered K3 Tank Underway in South Korea

In a move to revolutionize its armored warfare capabilities, Hyundai Rotem of South Korea has begun work on the K3 main battle tank, a next-generation armored vehicle intended to...

July 14, 2025
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Denmark Buys 129 Patria 6×6 Armored Vehicles from Finland

Denmark has officially advanced to the final phase of its participation in the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme, a multinational collaboration aimed at strengthening armoured vehicle capabilities among...