A new modular mortar system Tremos by Patria combines the advantages of the different mortar systems, combining mobility, cost-effectiveness, and the possibility to rapidly transform existing mortar systems to mobile firing units – without the need for extensive integration work. The new system was launched in London, at the Future Mortar Systems conference. The Finnish
Europe’s defence isn’t just a matter of armed forces and willpower—it’s about resources. Decades of reliance on free trade have endangered the continent’s mineral security, leaving it vulnerable in a world where strategic control of raw materials is paramount. Europe faces stiff competition not only from China but also from the United States and the
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Hypervelocity, as defined by the U.S. Army, refers to a projectile leaving the muzzle of an artillery weapon at over 3,500 ft/s (1,067 m/s) or a tank cannon at more than 3,350 ft/s (1,021 m/s). It’s important to note this isn’t the same as hypersonic speeds, which exceed Mach 5 (1,715 m/s). Tank gun kinetic
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The Lithuanian defence industry has evolved significantly from its modest beginnings in the early 20th century, through the challenges of Soviet occupation, to its status as a burgeoning sector within the European defence landscape. It focuses on cybersecurity and such unmanned systems as drones. Lithuania’s defence industry is poised for growth, driven by the country’s
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Lithuania’s defence industry traces its origins back to the interwar period when the country was establishing its sovereignty and building its military capabilities. In the 1930s, Lithuania focused on developing its military infrastructure and industries, including aviation. Today, it is back in the air, specializing in cybersecurity and drones. Before Lithuania declared its independence in
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The rise of artificial intelligence in military decision-making is transforming modern warfare, from battlefield operations to strategic planning. One fact stands clear: the West must adapt and advance its AI capabilities to stay ahead of competing, challenging state powers like China and Russia, as well as the threat posed by rogue states and non-state actors,
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