The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has carried out another successful special operation, resulting in the destruction of a Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber. At the time of the strike, the aircraft was stationed at Engels Air Base in Russia’s Saratov region. According to a statement published on the SBU’s official Facebook page, the bomber had […]

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Today, we’ll take a closer look at the combat trials of the YFQ-44A unmanned fighter, developed by Anduril Industries. Over the Mojave Desert, the aircraft accomplished something no operational U.S. Air Force drone had done before: it launched a live air-to-air missile at a target under the command of a remote operator who was not […]

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Strike drones destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber while it was being prepared for a combat sortie at the Saky military air base in temporarily occupied Crimea. The operation was carried out by special forces from the Omega Special Purpose Center of the National Guard of Ukraine. The unit’s combat divers once again demonstrated their ability […]

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The U.S. Air Force has successfully carried out the first-ever missile launch from an uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft developed under the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program. The test was conducted in partnership with defense company Anduril Industries, with the YFQ-44A unmanned aircraft serving as the test platform. During the exercise, the aircraft launched an AIM-120 […]

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Ukraine has ordered four next-generation SAMP/T NG air defense systems developed jointly by France and Italy as part of a new defense agreement with France. Before the delivery of the new systems begins, Paris will temporarily provide Ukraine with two existing SAMP/T batteries. According to a joint declaration published by the Office of the President […]

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On the night of July 15, the Unmanned Systems Forces continued targeting vessels of the Russian fleet involved in military logistics and energy exports. Previous strikes had focused on ships operating in the Sea of Azov, while this operation targeted vessels in the Black Sea. As a result of the successful operation, 20 Russian vessels […]

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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to transfer 16 Rafale fighter jets to Ukraine, with deliveries scheduled for 2028–2029. Training for Ukrainian pilots and maintenance personnel is expected to begin in the near future. In addition, Paris intends to grant Ukraine licensing rights to domestically produce Aster 30 missiles used by the SAMP/T air […]

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Germany is financing the procurement of 50,000 FPV attack drones for Ukraine, according to Reuters, citing its own sources. The order is reportedly one of the largest known drone procurements for Ukraine funded by a Western government. The full-scale war has now continued for more than four years, during which Ukraine has made extensive use […]

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A video released by the Ukrainian defense company Fire Point has offered the first look at the domestically developed FP-7.X interceptor missile. The missile is expected to become the cornerstone of the future FREYJA missile defense system, which is being positioned as a significantly more affordable yet highly effective alternative to the U.S.-made Patriot air […]

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Following Germany, Japan, and the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom has also begun reorganizing its Army Aviation capabilities in light of the lessons learned from the Russia–Ukraine war. The British Ministry of Defence has announced plans to retire all 34 Wildcat AH.1 helicopters starting as early as 2027. So, what exactly are these aircraft […]

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On July 10, 2026, China’s new Long March 10B rocket lifted off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site on Hainan Island. Its upper stage successfully delivered a satellite into the planned orbit, while the first stage returned to Earth just six minutes after separation – not by landing on deployable legs like the Falcon 9, and not […]

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Today, I have a rather unusual guest. Let’s take a closer look at the S8000 “Banderol” – a system that some describe as a loitering munition and others classify as a cruise missile. So, what is it really? Let’s find out. The introduction of a new weapon system into an adversary’s arsenal is rarely accidental. More often […]

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Representatives of the Ukrainian Air Force have verified the destruction of an enemy Su-35 aircraft. On 8 July, Ukrainian forces operating in the eastern sector of the front reportedly succeeded in downing the Russian multirole fighter jet. Official information on the incident was subsequently released by the command of the Ukrainian Air Force. The published statement […]

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“Birds” of the Armed Forces of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces successfully struck nine additional tanker vessels belonging to the Russian Federation’s illicit fleet in the waters of the Sea of Azov during the night of 8 July. According to information provided by the defenders, the total number of damaged ships over the past 72 hours […]

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In June of this year, the J-8 was officially phased out of service – the first jet fighter designed in China and accepted into operational use. Its path toward full maturity was long, but ultimately remained unfinished. How It All Began By the early 1960s, China had established licensed production of Soviet-designed jet fighters, including […]

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On the night of June 23, Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces carried out a series of strikes against enemy targets in temporarily occupied Crimea and other occupied territories. According to the commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Robert “Madyar” Brovdi, medium-range drones struck more than 60 enemy targets. Among the […]

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Honduras plans to purchase Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles to counter drug trafficking and strengthen border security, according to an announcement made today by the country’s president, Nasri Asfura. The statement comes amid the Central American nation’s ongoing struggle with organized crime, gang activity, and drug supply networks, which continue to pose significant security challenges in […]

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In the near future, SpaceX’s orbital capsule Starfall may become a platform for deploying military cargo directly from space. The Starfall system is planned to be launched into low Earth orbit using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The private aerospace company SpaceX is initiating test activities for its Starfall cargo capsule, an orbital platform under […]

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SpaceX has reached another notable milestone that highlights its dominant position in the launch industry. Elon Musk’s company has now placed more spacecraft into orbit than the rest of the world combined. Moreover, its lead is likely to continue expanding over the coming months and years. Investor and former space industry executive Christian Keil drew […]

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The U.S. Navy has signed a major agreement with Boeing valued at approximately $880 million. The primary purpose of this funding is to significantly upgrade and maintain training systems for aircrews and maintenance personnel operating the P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and anti-submarine aircraft. This initiative is intended to substantially improve fleet combat readiness and strengthen capabilities […]

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