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July 31, 2025
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Leonardo to Acquire Iveco Defense in $1.95 Billion Deal

Italian aerospace and defense company Leonardo has announced its plan to acquire Iveco Defence Vehicles, a manufacturer of military and civilian armored vehicles, for €1.7 billion ($1.95 billion). The...

July 29, 2025
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Second Set of US-Built Abrams Tanks Delivered to Taiwan

Taiwan has taken delivery of a second batch of 42 US-made M1A2T Abrams tanks, strengthening its armored capabilities amid persistent threats from China. The tanks arrived at the Port...

July 28, 2025
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Czech Republic Seals Deal with Rheinmetall to Upgrade Leopard 2A4 Fleet

The Czech Ministry of Defence has signed a major seven-year service agreement with Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH, worth approximately CZK 6.16 billion (EUR 250 million), aimed at supporting the upkeep...

July 25, 2025
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UAE’s Calidus Showcases Alheda-Equipped MATV 4×4 for Rapid Deployment

At a recent defense exhibition in Turkey, Calidus, a prominent UAE defense firm, unveiled the MATV004, a new variant of its 4×4 Multirole All-Terrain Vehicle equipped with two quadruple...

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...