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IDEX 2019: Calidus aims B-250 at Middle East, North African market
Calidus displayed the B-250 at IDEX 2019, and will be marketing it to Saudi Arabia and the region. Source: IHS Markit/Patrick AllenIDEX 2019: Systematic expanding Sitaware C2 software into maritime domain
A screen shot of Systematic’s Sitaware Maritime C2 software. Source: SystematicAero India 2019: HAL showcases Naval Utility Helicopter
The technology demonstrator of the folded NUH developed by HAL was shown at Aero India 2019. Source: IHS Markit/Akshara ParakalaAero India 2019: HAL unveils rotary-wing unmanned aerial vehicle
HAL displayed a full-scale prototype of a new rotary-wing UAV equipped with an electro-optical/infrared turret at Aero India 2019. Source: IHS Markit/Akshara Parakala
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Officials split over possibilities for sharing cyber intelligence among EU, NATO nations
Europe’s defence ministries must step up their multilateral exchanges of cyber defence information, while NATO and the European Union (EU) should set the framework for exchanging cyber intelligence, some national and EU officials have urged. However, others argue that, due to trust issues,
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Russian Airborne Troops to form helicopter brigade
Russia’s Airborne Troops (VDV) will form a helicopter brigade by 2020 or 2021, Izvestia reported on 19 February. The newspaper quoted Ministry of Defence (MoD) sources as saying the decision to give the VDV control of some aviation assets has been “essentially adopted”. The new
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Aero India 2019: Thales to supply rocket launchers for HAL combat helos
India’s state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a contract with France’s Thales for 135 70 mm 12-tube rocket launchers for installation on two types of indigenously developed combat helicopter operated by the Indian Air Force and the Army Aviation Corps. In a
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Brazil orders three H135 helos
The Brazilian Navy has ordered three Airbus Helicopters H135 twin-engine helicopters, the company announced on 21 February. The helicopters will be operated by the 1st General Purpose Helicopter Squadron (HU-1) located at São Pedro da Aldeia Naval Air Base, and will be used for a range of
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IDEX 2018: Singapore’s ST Engineering launches SRAMS 120 mm Mk II
Singapore’s ST Engineering Land Systems has completed the development and testing of new version of its 120 mm Super Rapid Advanced Mortar System (SRAMS), called the Mk II, and new ammunition for it. The original 120 mm SRAMS featured hydraulic elevation and traverse, but the latest SRAMS Mk
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IDEX 2019: Russia unveils upgraded Pantsyr-S1M
Russia unveiled an upgraded variant of the Pantsyr-S1 air defence system at the IDEX show held in Abu Dhabi on 17–21 February. A source from the Instrument Design Bureau (KBP) told Jane’s that the Pantsir-S1M can use the new 57E6M-E surface-to-air missile (SAM), which can intercept
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IDEX 2019: Show debut NIMR Adjban 447A Multi-Role Vehicle
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IDEX 2019: Wahash "Wild Falcon" 8x8 IFV Show Debut
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Region reacts to US withdrawal from Syria
US President Donald Trump's sudden decision to withdraw US troops from Syria has created consternation among allies and raises the risk of intensifying clashes between Israel and Iran. Jonathan Spyer, Nicholas Blanford, and Kathryn Haahr analyse the implications of the move for regional stability -
Keep on keeping on: South America’s navies strive to sustain submarine capabilities
Faced with ageing submarine fleets - many fast approaching the end of their service lives - a number of South American navies have launched programmes to upgrade or replace them. Tim Fish reports -
Canberra’s capabilities: Australia country briefing
The disruption of long-held assumptions underpinning Australia's strategic posture has moved the country's international security outlook from stable to unsettled. Julian Kerr reports
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Aero India 2019: HAL showcases Naval Utility Helicopter
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) showcased the technology demonstrator of the Dhruv Mk III Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) with folding tail boom and main rotor blades, designated Naval Utility Helicopter (NUH). The helicopter, primarily designed to meet the requirements of the Indian Coast
Weapons Weapons
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Aero India 2019: India’s Nirbhay cruise missile to make final developmental flight in April
The Nirbhay cruise missile developed by India’s Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) is set to make its final developmental trial in April, more than a year after the weapon successfully completed its previous flight test, an ADE official told Jane’s during the 20–24
C4iSR & Missions Systems C4iSR & Missions Systems
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IDEX 2019: Systematic expanding Sitaware C2 software into maritime domain
Systematic is developing a new maritime capability to add to its Sitaware command-and-control (C2) software suite, and showcased it for the first time at the IDEX exhibition in Abu Dhabi, 17– 21 February 2019. Sitaware, used by about 40 countries, is currently focused on land operations and
CBRNE & EOD Defence CBRNE & EOD Defence
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Russian deploys new CBRN vehicle to Syria
Russia has deployed its newest chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance vehicle to Syria to operate with military police units patrolling the Idlib de-escalation zone. An RKhM-6 vehicle was seen in footage shown by the Russia 24 television network on 7 November that was
Jane's Defence Weekly Jane's Defence Weekly
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IDEX 2019: Calidus aims B-250 at Middle East, North African market
Calidus of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced a teaming agreement on 20 February with Saudi firm GDC Middle East to market the Calidus B-250 light attack aircraft to markets in the Middle East and North Africa. Under the agreement, the two companies are to work together on marketing the
Jane's International Defence Review Jane's International Defence Review
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IDEX 2019: Systematic expanding Sitaware C2 software into maritime domain
Systematic is developing a new maritime capability to add to its Sitaware command-and-control (C2) software suite, and showcased it for the first time at the IDEX exhibition in Abu Dhabi, 17– 21 February 2019. Sitaware, used by about 40 countries, is currently focused on land operations and
Jane's Navy International Jane's Navy International
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Singapore discloses further details of Invincible-class submarines
Key Points Singapore has given further details on the capabilities of its new Type 218SG submarines The vessels will be equipped with indigenously developed data analytics as well as sense-making systems Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has disclosed further details of its new Type
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India warns Pakistan of ‘strong response’ after attack on paramilitaries in Kashmir
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to send a “strong response” to Pakistan, which he holds responsible for a suicide car bombing that took place on 14 February in Indian-administered Kashmir killing 44 paramilitary personnel and badly injuring at least 24 others. “I
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Summit likely to improve US relations, but not substantially relax sanctions or degrade North Korean weapons capabilities
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Venezuelan military high commanders support Maduro but armed forces’ cohesion to be tested by humanitarian aid arrival
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Suppression of Comorian opposition amid upcoming presidential election increases likelihood of armed anti-government protests and port disruption
Military Capabilities Military Capabilities
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India warns Pakistan of ‘strong response’ after attack on paramilitaries in Kashmir
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to send a “strong response” to Pakistan, which he holds responsible for a suicide car bombing that took place on 14 February in Indian-administered Kashmir killing 44 paramilitary personnel and badly injuring at least 24 others. “I
CBRN Assessment CBRN Assessment
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US to start INF Treaty withdrawal process
President Donald Trump announced on 1 February that he is formally withdrawing the United States from the 1987 US-Soviet Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty. Trump said the US would “suspend its obligations” under the INF Treaty on 2 February by giving the required six
Terrorism & Insurgency Terrorism & Insurgency
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Latest CAR peace deal unlikely to hold due to militia rivalry, with likely popular opposition triggering protests
Key Points The collapse of seven previous peace agreements in CAR indicates that the latest deal will fail due to continued lack of homogeneity among militias refusing to cede territorial control and financial profit, and probable rivalry for official posts. Likely entry into government of
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Violent risks intelligence bulletin – 18 February 2019
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SVBIED indicates improving Kashmiri separatist capability and increased likelihood of India-Pakistan cross-border fire ahead of Indian elections
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VBIED attack underscores ongoing Kurdish threat to Turkish and Turkish-backed forces in northern Syria
Jane's Intelligence Review Jane's Intelligence Review
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Dismissal of Thai PM bid increases likelihood of project review in agriculture, real estate; large-scale unrest unlikely
Key Points Military presence has been expected to increase across Thailand, with protests being heavily monitored by security forces; risks of access denial or business area blockade remain low. The palace’s public dismissal of Princess Ubolratana Mahidol’s premiership bid is a
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Summit likely to improve US relations, but not substantially relax sanctions or degrade North Korean weapons capabilities
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Venezuelan military high commanders support Maduro but armed forces’ cohesion to be tested by humanitarian aid arrival
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Suppression of Comorian opposition amid upcoming presidential election increases likelihood of armed anti-government protests and port disruption
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IDEX 2019: Calidus aims B-250 at Middle East, North African market
Calidus of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced a teaming agreement on 20 February with Saudi firm GDC Middle East to market the Calidus B-250 light attack aircraft to markets in the Middle East and North Africa. Under the agreement, the two companies are to work together on marketing the
