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India Clears Procurement of 5,000 Anti-Tank Guided Missiles From France
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The purchase of 5,000 French-made anti-tank guided missiles was approved by the Acquisition Council on January 31.
Russia’s Strategic Rocket Forces Test Launch Nuclear-Capable RS-24 Yars ICBM
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This marks the first test of the three-stage solid-fueled ICBM since June 2018.
US, Philippine Air Forces Conduct Bilateral Air Contingent Exchange Amid Uncertainties
By Christian Vicedo
The exercise highlights how the US-Philippines alliance soldiers on, even amid major tensions.
Terrorism Threat Puts Russia-Philippines Military Ties Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent meeting highlighted the counterterrorism dimension of a limited but growing defense relationship.
US Navy’s Anti-Submarine Drone Ship Sailed Autonomously From San Diego to Hawaii and Back
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Sea Hunter became the first ship to successfully autonomously navigate from San Diego to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and back.
Russia Conducts Test of Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile
By Ankit Panda
The test is the thirteenth to date to involve the experimental Burevestnik.
Putin: Russia Has Completed ‘Key Stage of Trials’ of Nuclear-Capable Poseidon Underwater Drone
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s new underwater weapon system has cleared an important milestone, according to the Russian President.
US, South Korea Reach Preliminary One-Year Burden-Sharing Agreement
By Ankit Panda
The agreement will see South Korea increase its contribution from $800 million to $1 billion over one year.
India’s Ministry of Defense Clears Procurement of Six New Attack Submarines
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Navy’s new attack subs are expected to enter service within the next decade.
Defense Minister Introductory Visit Puts Singapore-Australia Security Ties in the Headlines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlighted some of the ongoing activity between the two sides in the defense realm.
Japan to Pursue Locally Developed Next Generation 'Future Fighter' Project
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s Ministry of Defense confirmed that it will locally design and develop a new stealth fighter by the 2030s.
US Navy Signs $14.9 Billion Contract With Shipbuilder for 2 Supercarriers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Huntingon Ingalls will construct two additional Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers.