Tag: Military Modernization
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Trump Unveils Controversial Plan for a New Warship Class Named After Himself
Trump Announces a Bold,Controversial Naval Initiative Former President Donald Trump has publicly outlined a plan that would reimagine the U.S. Navy’s future by introducing a new class of warships named after the commander-in-chief who inspired it. Speaking at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, Trump described a “Trump-class” of naval vessels intended to be the largest battleships in…
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Kamikaze Drones: India to Buy 850 for All Three Forces
India Expands Its Drone Arsenal with 850 Kamikaze Drones In a bid to expand its unmanned strike capabilities, India is eyeing the purchase of 850 kamikaze drones, a move that would equip the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and special forces. The procurement, estimated at about ₹2,000 crore, signals a significant step in modernizing India’s…
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Japan Trials 100-kilowatt Laser Weapon Aboard Warship: Cutting Through Drones Mid-Flight
Japan Demonstrates a New Era in Naval Defense Japan has announced a breakthrough in naval defense technology by trialing a 100-kilowatt laser weapon aboard a 6,200-ton warship. The system, which combines ten 10-kilowatt laser emitters into a single, high-energy beam, is designed to disrupt and disable small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in real time. The…
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US Announces $11 Billion Weapons Sale to Taiwan: What It Means for Security and China-T Taiwan Relations
Overview of the $11 Billion Package The Trump administration has disclosed plans for a substantial weapons sale to Taiwan valued at roughly $11 billion. The package comprises advanced rocket launchers, self-propelled howitzers, and a range of missiles designed to bolster Taiwan’s defense capabilities in the face of any regional threats. While the deal represents a…
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Army to Get 3 Apache Attack Copters; Navy Inducts Seahawks in Modernization Drive
Overview: A Renewed Aerial Capability India is accelerating its defense modernisation by adding three Apache attack helicopters to the Army and commissioning the Navy’s second MH-60R Seahawk squadron. The acquisitions come at a time when India seeks to enhance battlefield air dominance and maritime reconnaissance, addressing critical gaps in both land and sea domains. Army…
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Trump approves major F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia amid tensions
Overview: What Trump announced In a surprise move that could reshape regional security dynamics, President Donald Trump said he will approve the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. The announcement, coming amid ongoing regional tensions and debates over arms transfers, marks a notable shift in how the United States handles sales of…
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Power Projection at Sea: Why the US and China Bet Big on Aircraft Carriers
Introduction: A new era of naval power In recent decades, aircraft carriers have shifted from mere symbols of national prestige to strategic instruments that shape global security dynamics. The United States and China are at the forefront, investing heavily in massive, expensive ships designed to project military power far from home shores. The Fujian, a…
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Canada’s Budget Sets Course to NATO’s 5% Spending Target
Canada’s Budget Signals a Shift Toward NATO’s 5% Target The federal budget released this week is prompting a pivot in how Canada approaches defense spending. For years, the Department of National Defence (DND) has operated in a careening budget environment, often reacting to immediate needs rather than planning for long-term readiness. The new budget framework…
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Pakistan Likely to Receive US AMRAAMs Amid Rising Ties
Overview: A Potential Shift in Defense Ties Pakistan appears poised to acquire the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) from the United States. The matter surfaced after a recent U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) notification listing Pakistan among 35 buyers for the advanced missiles. The contract, awarded to Raytheon, is valued at approximately $2.51 billion…
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India and Russia Move to Acquire Five More S-400 Air Defence Systems
New Talks Between India and Russia on Five Additional S-400 Systems Top defence ministry officials from India and their Russian counterparts are set to meet this week to discuss the possible procurement of five additional S-400 Triumf air defence systems from Moscow. The discussions aim to boost India’s long-range defensive posture along its vast coastline…