In Severodvinsk on Russia’s Arctic coast, the Navy has just unveiled its latest nuclear submarine – the Khabarovsk, a vessel designed to carry the dreaded Poseidon nuclear torpedo drone. Dubbed a potential Doomsday Weapon, Poseidon is an autonomous, nuclear-propelled torpedo
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Modern infantry combat isn’t just about mobility and firepower – it’s about what kind of firepower you can bring to the fight without dragging the soldier down. That’s where the Rheinmetall SSW40 throws a grenade into the old assumptions. Traditional
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The skies over Iran have entered a new era of vulnerability. As Israel’s elite F‑35I “Adir” fighters carved deep into Iranian airspace, the United States launched a simultaneous strike using its GBU‑57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs), marking both countries’ most
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The 2025 Iran–Israel missile war is already the biggest test ever of Israel’s integrated air defences. It has reverberated globally, spurring interest in advanced air and missile defence systems. Decision-makers far beyond the Middle East are comparing notes on which
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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.
Mines are traditionally viewed as defensive weapons designed to deny access to certain areas, slow down advancing forces, or protect strategic positions. However, in modern warfare, the use of mines has evolved. They have also been employed offensively to disrupt
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The war in Ukraine has highlighted the critical importance of extending the artillery range. The ability to shoot farther than your enemy and stay out of reach of their counter-battery fire is essential. Numerous global development programs aim to extend
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Nordic Defence Review reports from Eurosatory continue even after the fair. Here are some editorial picks from the news flow, with an emphasis on vehicles. Estonia Secures KNDS CAESAR Howitzers, Joining Long List During Eurosatory 2024, Estonia signed a contract
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Demonstrator main battle tanks were introduced at Eurosatory 2024 to address the weight issues associated with Western main battle tanks. The solution involves retaining the legacy chassis and mounting an unmanned turret. This is merely an interim measure until completely
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It was a long wait for Ukraine before the US Senate finally approved its 60-billion-dollar aid, including long-range ATACMS missiles. In the meanwhile, the EU and Nordic countries have already acted. The Nordics and the Balts are rapidly boosting their
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