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MBDA offers SPIMM for ‘bolt-on’ ship self-protection
The SPIMM concept has been developed by MBDA to provide disadvantaged units with ‘bolt-on’ self-protection. Source: MBDARafael unveils Rocks air-to-surface missile
Rafael’s new Rocks stand-off air-to-surface missile on the F-16I testbed during certification trials. Source: Rafael Advanced Defence SystemsAero India 2019: ADA unveils Tejas AF Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter
A model of the HAL Tejas Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter (MWF) showcased at Aero India 2019. Source: IHS Markit/Caron Natasha TauroIDEX 2019: Nexter advances FINDEAGLE concept
The Nexter Robotics FINDEAGLE IXOS XX tethered UAS displayed above a Titus armoured vehicle at IDEX 2019. Source: Giles Ebbutt
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IDEX 2019: Rheinmetall unveils C-UAV jammer
Rheinmetall Defence unveiled a counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (C-UAV) jammer at the IDEX 2019 conference being held in Abu Dhabi on 17–21 February. The company said the modular multichannel jammer can be configured through software programming to all frequencies up to 8 GHz, depending on the
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IDEX 2019: ALIT displays small MANPADS for UAVs
China Aerospace Long-March International (ALIT) displayed what was labelled as the FN-M Multi-role Missile System at the IDEX show held in Abu Dhabi on 17–21 February. An ALIT official said it is primarily designed for shooting down unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), making it a manportable
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IDEX 2019: Jadara developing new sight for Terminator missile
Jordan’s Jadara Equipment and Defence Systems is developing a new sight for the Terminator man-portable guided missile system, a company official told Jane’s during the IDEX show held in Abu Dhabi from 17–21 February. Unveiled at the SOFEX show held in Jordan in March 2018, the
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IDEX 2019: Serbian Mini Aleks UAV to make first public flight in July
The Mini Aleks vertical take-off and landing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by Serbia’s Engine Development & Production (EDePro) is set to make its first public flight during an exhibition that will be held in Belgrade in July, Jane’s was told during the IDEX show held in
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JASDF F-2 fighter crashes into Sea of Japan
A Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Mitsubishi F-2B fighter aircraft operating from Tsuiki Air Base in Fukuoka Prefecture crashed into the Sea of Japan (also known as East Sea) near Yamaguchi Prefecture on 20 February. The two crew members, who managed to eject, were rescued via helicopter and
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Russia wraps up trials of Poliment-Redut SAM system on Project 22350 frigates
The Russian Navy (VMF) has completed trials of the Poliment-Redut shipborne surface-to-air missile (SAM) system for Project 22350 frigates, navy commander-in-chief Admiral Vladimir Korolyov told Russian media on 11 February. The system comprises the Poliment phased array radar and Redut vertical
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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: ADA unveils Tejas AF Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter
India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) revealed a model of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas AF Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter (MWF) at Aero India 2019. The Tejas AF Mk 2 MWF, which was displayed on 20 February, is being pitched to the Indian Air Force (IAF) to fit into its
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MBDA offers SPIMM for ‘bolt-on’ ship self-protection
MBDA has unveiled details of a new self-protection system designed to provide otherwise unarmed containerised ships with a short-range defence capability in high threat zones. Known as SPIMM (Self-Protection Integrated Mistral Module), the new system was unveiled in February at the IDEX 2019
C4iSR & Missions Systems C4iSR & Missions Systems
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IDEX 2019: Sudan displays mobile ground surveillance system
Sudan’s Military Industry Corporation (MIC) unveiled its Al-Kinaniya land surveillance system during the IDEX show held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 17–21 February. The system consists of a mast-mounted X-band ground surveillance radar with a planar array antenna and an electro-optical
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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Aero India 2019: ADA unveils Tejas AF Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter
India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) revealed a model of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Tejas AF Mk 2 Medium Weight Fighter (MWF) at Aero India 2019. The Tejas AF Mk 2 MWF, which was displayed on 20 February, is being pitched to the Indian Air Force (IAF) to fit into its
Jane's International Defence Review Jane's International Defence Review
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MBDA offers SPIMM for ‘bolt-on’ ship self-protection
MBDA has unveiled details of a new self-protection system designed to provide otherwise unarmed containerised ships with a short-range defence capability in high threat zones. Known as SPIMM (Self-Protection Integrated Mistral Module), the new system was unveiled in February at the IDEX 2019
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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Suppression of Comorian opposition amid upcoming presidential election increases likelihood of armed anti-government protests and port disruption
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Russia completes testing of ‘Poseidon’ thermonuclear torpedo
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EU member states lack solidarity and commitment for missions, says Military Committee chairman
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
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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
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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Suppression of Comorian opposition amid upcoming presidential election increases likelihood of armed anti-government protests and port disruption
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OSINT Snapshot: Far-right extremists use forum to share online security tips
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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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South Korea confirms potential aircraft swap deal with Spain
South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has confirmed a potential plan to swap military aircraft with Spain. DAPA confirmed in a recent media notice that it has received a proposal from Spain outlining the potential transfer of South Korean-produced aircraft in
