Keywords: Defense


Air defense stockpiles near depletion amid surge in missile use

Global air defense stockpiles are nearing exhaustion as the United States, Israel, and their allies consume weapons at a pace that is raising concerns about the sustainability of ongoing operations and broader military readiness. Armin Papperger, chief executive of German defense group Rheinmetall,......

North Korea showcases new battle tanks during major military drills

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen large-scale military exercises featuring newly developed battle tanks, as the country continues to highlight advancements in its defense capabilities. According to state media, the drills took place at a training site near the capital, Pyongyang, and focused......

Germany eases arms export rules for Gulf states and Ukraine

Germany has announced a temporary easing of its arms export regulations to accelerate the delivery of defense equipment to several Gulf countries and Ukraine, reflecting growing security concerns in the region. Speaking in Berlin, Economy Minister Katherina Reiche stated that the move aims to respond......

Spain pledges $1.2 billion in military aid during Zelensky visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky secured new military and industrial support from European allies during a two-day diplomatic tour, as Kyiv seeks to maintain international backing while global attention shifts toward escalating tensions in the Middle East. Zelensky began his trip in the United......

Spain reaffirms strong support for Ukraine amid Middle East tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez assured on Wednesday that ongoing tensions in the Middle East would not reduce his country’s commitment to Ukraine as it continues to face Russian aggression. During a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, both leaders highlighted......

US says Iran conflict not delaying weapons shipments to Taiwan

Officials from the administration of Donald Trump have stated that the ongoing conflict involving Iran has not disrupted U.S. weapons shipments to Taiwan, despite concerns over pressure on defense resources. Speaking before a congressional hearing, senior officials emphasized that deliveries to Taiwan......

Greece approves air defence system purchase and F-16 jet upgrades

A Greek parliamentary committee has approved the acquisition of a multi-layer air and drone defense system, along with the upgrade of 38 F-16 fighter jets, at a total estimated cost of around 4 billion euros ($4.6 billion), according to sources familiar with the matter. Greece is negotiating with Israel......

Tungsten prices surge 557 percent as China tightens export controls

Global tungsten prices have soared to record levels after China tightened export restrictions on the strategic metal, triggering supply shortages that are affecting defense and technology industries worldwide. The price of ammonium paratungstate, the main benchmark for tungsten trading, has climbed......

French sailor seriously injured during military exercise in northern France

A young member of the French Navy is in critical condition after being seriously injured during a military exercise in northern France, authorities said. The incident occurred in the coastal city of Boulogne-sur-Mer, located in the Pas-de-Calais region along the English Channel. The sailor, a 23-year-old......