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IDEX 2019: Sudan displays mobile ground surveillance system
The Sudanese Al-Kinaniya land surveillance system on display at IDEX 2019. Source: IHS Markit/Patrick AllenIDEX 2019: UAE confirms EOS weapon station contract
A R-400S Mk2 dual variant displayed at IDEX 2019 fitted to a Nimr Ajban and armed with a 30 mm M230LF, a 7.62 mm machine gun, and a Javelin guided missile. Source: IHS Markit/Patrick AllenFrench Rafales conduct first Meteor firings
French Rafale combat aircraft conducted the first test firings of the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile on 13 February. Source: Ministère des ArméesLockheed Martin-led team unveils new Falcon mobile air defence solution
The Falcon Weapon System comprises (left to right) the Saab Giraffe 4A multifunction radar, the Lockheed Martin SkyKeeper battle management system, and the Diehl Defence IRIS-T-SLM effector and launcher. Source: Lockheed Martin
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IDEX 2019: SANNI pitching LPD to Saudi navy
SAMI Navantia Naval Industries (SANNI) has proposed building landing platform dock (LPD) amphibious assault ships for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF), the company’s CEO said during the IDEX show held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 17 to 21 February. SANNI was formed as a joint venture between
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IDEX 2019: UAE updates offset policy
The UAE has announced an update to the country’s offset policies, allowing indirect offset programmes in a range of sustainability and infrastructure sectors, as well as changing the methods for undertaking investments in the country. “As a framework, the new programme is less complex
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Brazilian Army eyes fixed-wing aircraft
The Brazilian Army is considering two fixed-wing tactical transport aircraft to increase its personnel and cargo airlift capabilities in remote land border areas of the country. The Sikorsky/PZL Mielec M28 and Viking Air DHC-6T Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft were the two aircraft presented, an army
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Canada receives first surplus Hornets from Australia
Canada has received the first of 18 surplus Boeing F/A-18A/B Hornet combat aircraft from Australia, the Department of National Defence (DND) announced on 17 February. The pair of single-seat F/A-18As arrived at Cold Lake in Alberta on the same day as the announcement, for use by the Royal Canadian
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Australia outlines support for defence trade law update
The Australian government has outlined its support for a series of proposals to update the country’s defence trade legislation, which regulates the supply of military and dual-use technology overseas. The Department of Defence (DoD) said on 14 February that it supported all nine
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Last-minute postponement of Nigerian election likely to undermine vote’s credibility, provoke widespread rioting from opposition supporters
Event Nigeria’s presidential and National Assembly elections were postponed by a week to 23 February and state elections to 9 March, less than five hours before polling stations were due to open. Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) head Mahmood Yakubu said the delay was
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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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Lockheed Martin-led team unveils new Falcon mobile air defence solution
A collaborative industry team led by Lockheed Martin unveiled a new mobile open architecture short-to-medium range air defence solution – designated the Falcon Weapon System – at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi on 18 February. According to the team,
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IDEX 2019: UAE confirms EOS weapon station contract
The UAE Armed Forces confirmed during the IDEX 2019 show, held from 17 to 21 February in Abu Dhabi, UAE, that it has placed a large contract for remote weapon stations (RWS) with the Australian company EOS Defence Systems. The military spokesperson announced on 17 February that a contract worth
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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
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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
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Royal Netherlands Army orders Thales Multi Mission Radars
The Royal Netherlands Army (RNLA) is to replace its legacy TPQ-36 radars with nine new Thales Nederland Multi Mission Radars (MMRs) from mid-2021. The contract value is undisclosed, but the Dutch government’s Defense Industry Strategy put the price between EUR100–250 million
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Tempest’s unmanned ‘loyal wingmen’ to be carrier capable
The UK is looking to create a carrier-capable unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) as part of its wider efforts to develop the Tempest next-generation combat aircraft, a government minister said on 14 February. Answering questions in the House of Commons, the Minister of State, Ministry of Defence (MoD),
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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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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
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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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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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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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Increasing frequency of armed assaults on tourists raises risks for foreigners, despite Costa Rica’s reduced homicide rate
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Spain joins Franco–German future fighter project
Spain has formally joined the Franco–German effort to develop a Next-Generation Fighter (NGF) aircraft as part of a wider Future Combat Air System (FCAS), with a letter of intent (LOI) signed on 14 February. The LOI was signed between Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles, French Defence
