Land Warfare
Waiting game about to end for T-14 while T-90M deliveries continue
After years of delays and technical problems, the Russian Ground Forces are finally set to receive the first batch of T-14 Armata MBTs.
Air Warfare
Izdelie 305 adds punch to Ka-52M
The latest missile for the Ka-52M helicopter is designed to deal with hardened targets such as concrete shelters and armoured vehicles, as well as mobile short-range air defence systems.
Land Warfare
Russia touts S-500 capabilities
Russian MoD releases test launch video of S-500, with training in progress and first deliveries apparently imminent of the long-range missile defence system.
Naval Warfare
Problem-plagued Kuznetsov saga continues
Despite bullish pronouncements from government and navy officials, a glance at recent history indicates that further delays are likely in the upgrade and overhaul of the Russian Navy flagship.
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Land Warfare
JLTV experiences mixed fortunes in new NATO countries
22nd June 2021
Slovenian procurement of 4x4 light tactical vehicles proceeds smoothly, in contrast with plans elsewhere in central and eastern Europe.
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Naval Warfare
Romanian coastal defence missile procurement makes strides
2nd June 2021
By the end of 2024, Romania expects to receive a mobile coastal defence system based on the Naval Strike Missile.
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Air Warfare
Croatia ends indecision over multirole fighter programme
28th May 2021
After years of waiting and one failed attempt, Croatia at last commits to buying replacements for its MiG-21 fleet.
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Defence Notes
India courts controversy as S-400 delivery draws closer
25th May 2021
It looks impossible for India to avoid CAATSA sanctions if its first shipment of S-400 equipment arrives from Russia as scheduled later this year — unless the Biden administration decides to turn a blind eye.
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Air Warfare
Potential first Hürkuş-C export customer fails to obscure problems for Turkey
17th May 2021
Turkey may be selling the Hürkuş-C light attack aircraft abroad for the first time but Western sanctions pose problems for exporters.
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Air Warfare
Ex-Belarus MiG-29s bolster Serbian Air Force
12th May 2021
Serbia is receiving MiG-29s from Belarus while the Balkan country also upgrades its existing fleet of seven single-seater MiG-29s.
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Naval Warfare
Russia finally makes progress on naval gas turbines
12th May 2021
The annexation of Crimea in 2014 cast a long shadow over Russian naval shipbuilding programmes.
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Digital Battlespace
Radars look over the horizon in the High North
7th May 2021
Rezonans-N radar installations will include surveillance of vast areas of airspace over Norway and Finland.
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Air Warfare
Russia looks ahead to 2024 for Okhotnik rollout
5th May 2021
Russian planners want multiple Okhotniks to be controlled from the cockpit of an Su-57 fighter.
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Naval Warfare
Marshal Shaposhnikov bulks up after major refit
29th April 2021
An upgrade has transformed the Udaloy-class ASW destroyer Marshal Shaposhnikov into a multirole frigate, the Russian Navy claims.
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Defence Notes
Persistent Russians sniff out Saudi opportunities
9th April 2021
Russian optimism on arms exports to Saudi Arabia is energised by icier relations between Riyadh and Washington.
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Air Warfare
Blackjack enters a new testing phase
9th April 2021
Latest developments in the Tu-160 upgrade programme include the first flight tests with new-generation engines.
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Defence Helicopter
Slovakia prefers revitalised Mi-17s to more Black Hawks
6th April 2021
A decision to overhaul some Mi-17 helicopters suggests that Slovakia will not be doubling its UH-60M fleet.
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Military Logistics
Russia cracks the whip on sluggish Il-76MD-90A production
29th March 2021
Dissatisfied with the output of the long-delayed Il-76MD-90A strategic transport aircraft, the Russian MoD demands that manufacturer Aviastar picks up the pace.
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Land Warfare
Ukraine bolsters its anti-materiel rifle inventory
24th March 2021
Domestic industry meets Ukrainian demand for sniper and anti-armour rifles.
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Unmanned Vehicles
Russia still has sights set on Orion
23rd March 2021
Russian Minister of Defence claims more homemade MALE UCAVs will be delivered in 2021.
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Naval Warfare
Shipbuilder reports further progress on Project 955A
22nd January 2021
Comments from director general of Sevmash shed light on an order for more improved Borei-class boats.
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Defence Notes
Belarus retains close procurement ties with Russia
6th January 2021
Moves to acquire extra multi-role fighters and helicopters reflect continued reliance on Russian materiel.
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Air Warfare
Bulgarian Frogfoots gain new lease of life
17th December 2020
Overhauled and upgraded Su-25s should remain in Bulgarian Air Force service until 2028.
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Land Warfare
Serbia receives upgraded T-72s from Russia
16th November 2020
Upgrade includes a third-generation thermal panoramic sight for the tank commander, a new ballistic computer, a new gun stabilising system and a 12.7mm RWS
