Jamal Peterson 
PARIS — In a substantial defense procurement, Norway has selected Hanwha, a South Korean firm, to equip its military with advanced long-range precision artillery systems. The contract, valued at 19 billion Norwegian kroner (approximately US$2 billion), was awarded for Hanwha’s Chunmoo system, which was chosen over other contenders such as KNDS, Rheinmetall, and the U.S. … Read more
PARIS — As Ukraine approaches the fifth anniversary of its conflict with Russia, the country reports that drones are responsible for over 80% of the enemy equipment destroyed, with the majority of these drones being produced domestically. In 2025, Ukrainian forces documented 819,737 drone strikes confirmed through video evidence, announced the Ministry of Defence this … Read more
Global Outrage Over Trump’s Comments on NATO’s Role in Afghanistan Former President Donald Trump has caused international outrage with comments implying that NATO forces largely avoided direct combat in Afghanistan, thereby understating the contributions and sacrifices of America’s allies in the conflict. In an interview with Fox Business at the World Economic Forum in Davos, … Read more
ISTANBUL — Enhanced Defense Collaboration at DIMDEX 2026 In a significant move at the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) in 2026, Turkey and Qatar strengthened their defense-industrial ties. During the event, Barzan Holdings from Qatar and several top Turkish defense corporations entered into multiple agreements, marking a progressive step in their collaborative … Read more
Denmark’s $610 Million Radar Acquisition from Lockheed Martin MILAN — Denmark has recently made a significant investment in its national security by awarding a $610 million contract to American defense contractor Lockheed Martin for the provision of air surveillance radars. These radars will be deployed throughout Danish territories, as detailed in the contract documents which … Read more
Strengthening Bulgaria’s Coastal Defense In an effort to enhance its defensive capabilities along the Black Sea shoreline, the Bulgarian government has recently approved an initiative to acquire the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) coastal defense system for its armed forces. This strategic move aims to update and strengthen the nation’s military assets in this critical region. … Read more
Decrease in UK Cyber Attacks Amidst Iranian Protests ROME — A significant reduction in cyber attacks targeting the UK was noted during the recent unrest in Iran, according to a top executive in British defense. Clive Higgins, the Chief Executive Officer of Leonardo UK, observed a decrease in the online bot activities that had been … Read more
China Labels Trump’s Battleship as ‘Simpler Target’ Amid Varied Reactions in the US The Chinese government has recently referred to a battleship named after former U.S. President Donald Trump as a “simpler target.” This statement comes at a time when opinions about the ship in the United States show significant diversity. The provocative comment from … Read more
Record Delivery of F-35s by Lockheed Martin Last year, Lockheed Martin achieved a new milestone by delivering 191 F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, the highest annual delivery in the history of the program. This significant achievement came as the leading defense manufacturer aimed to address a backlog of jets that had not been delivered previously. This … Read more
On January 8, the U.S. Air Force reported the inaugural operational deployment of two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters. These aircraft were tasked with escorting a convoy carrying a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile, marking a significant milestone in their service. Under the command of Capt. Michael White and Capt. Maxwell Turner from the 40th Helicopter … Read more
