US Army Tests Claymore Mine-Armed Drone in Combat Scenario
The U.S. Army recently tested a small quadcopter armed with a Claymore mine. The drone intercepted and destroyed another uncrewed aerial system at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The exercise involved the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, and DEVCOM Armaments Center under Project Shank. This project aims to equip frontline units with […]
Türkiye’s Rise in Armored Ground Vehicle Exports
Global armored ground vehicle exports are undergoing a period of significant transformation, as a new generation of suppliers—most notably Türkiye—steps onto the world stage to challenge the dominance of long-established defense exporters. This shift is not merely a change in market share; it reflects a deeper rebalancing of the defense industrial landscape. Traditional exporters such […]
Plan-S Expands Satellite-Based IoT Communication
Plan-S Expands Satellite-Based IoT Communication ANKARA – Turkey’s Plan-S is increasing investments in satellite-based IoT communication. The company is growing both its satellite fleet and its ground station network to meet rising demand for reliable, low-power connectivity. Since its founding in 2021, Plan-S has quickly become a key player in the global satellite IoT sector, […]
Ship Data Distribution System Advances in Submarine Technology
Türkiye’s Digital “Heart” of Naval Platforms Hits 60th Delivery Türkiye’s indigenously developed Ship Data Distribution System (GVDS) — often called the “heart” of naval platforms — has reached its 60th production milestone, according to HAVELSAN. The latest system, tested to “A” grade standards, will be installed on the Turkish Navy’s eighth MILGEM-class warship. Developed entirely […]
ASELSAN Signs $54M Radar & C2 Export Deal
Türkiye’s Expanding High-Tech Defense Footprint Turkish defense electronics leader ASELSAN has signed a $54 million radar export deal with a Middle East and Africa (MEA) client. The package includes advanced radar sensors and command-control systems for integrated air defense. This move strengthens Türkiye’s reputation as a supplier of cutting-edge defense technology to priority markets. The company announced the agreement through Türkiye’s […]
Saudi Arabia Defense Technology Transfer from Türkiye
The Saudi Arabia defense technology transfer initiative took a decisive leap forward during the International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2025) in Istanbul — one of the largest defense exhibitions in Eurasia and a focal point for high-level government and industry engagements. At the event, Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) signed landmark agreements with three of […]
Roketsan Unveils Covert Drone Launcher System
Introduction Turkish defense firm Roketsan has introduced a covert drone launcher that hides in plain sight, disguised as a standard shipping container on a truck. Unveiled at the IDEF 2025 defense expo in Istanbul, the containerized system is designed for surprise deep-strike attacks reminiscent of Ukraine’s daring Operation Spiderweb campaign. By blending in with civilian […]
EDGE Group to Expand UAE Satellite Engineering Capabilities
The UAE National Space Academy has launched the Space Mission and Satellite Engineering (SMSE) programme with EDGE Group. Announced on 7 August 2025, the initiative focuses on preparing a new generation of Emirati engineers to design, build, and manage advanced space missions. It is part of the country’s broader effort to strengthen its indigenous satellite […]
US B-1B Lancers Arrive in Norway for NATO Deterrence Mission
Strategic Bomber Presence in Europe The U.S. Air Force has deployed B-1B Lancer strategic bombers from Dyess Air Force Base in Texas to Ørland Air Base, Norway. The aircraft arrived on 9 August 2025 for the fifth Bomber Task Force Europe mission this year. These rotations form a central part of NATO’s strategy to deter […]
MTS-A HD Sensor Boosts Maritime Helicopters
Raytheon, part of RTX, has introduced the MTS-A HD maritime helicopter sensor. This high-definition system is designed to improve U.S. Navy helicopter missions, offering sharper imagery and greater targeting accuracy. It aims to support pilots in complex maritime environments, where clear visuals are critical for safety and mission success. Next-Generation Capability for Maritime Security The […]
The Drone and AI Delusion
The phrase Drone and AI Delusion has entered the defence-tech lexicon as media, investors, and policymakers hail low-cost autonomous systems as battlefield game-changers. From Silicon Valley pitches to think tank op-eds, the narrative claims drones and AI will transform conflict, offset disadvantages, and deliver decisive victories. While compelling, this view mistakes tactical disruption for strategic […]
Army Launches Drone Marketplace to Transform Unit-Level UAS Procurement
The U.S. Army is creating an Army drone marketplace — a trusted, validated catalog of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) matched with unit-level mission needs. This initiative blends commercial agility with military verification, replacing slow acquisition cycles with a rapid, transparent process that improves readiness. From Traditional Acquisition to Agile Selection Conventional UAS procurement follows long […]
Army Advances Directed-Energy Air-Defense Program
The directed-energy air-defense transition within the U.S. Army marks a decisive shift from decades of prototyping toward operational integration. The upcoming 2026 award for a high-energy, vehicle-mounted laser production contract will be a critical test of whether these systems can move beyond experimental deployments to become embedded in U.S. layered defense architectures against drones, rockets, […]
E-130J Phoenix II TACAMO Aircraft Named by U.S. Navy
E-130J Phoenix II Revives TACAMO’s Strategic Role The E-130J Phoenix II TACAMO aircraft has been officially named by the U.S. Navy, signaling a major step in modernizing America’s airborne nuclear command and control capabilities. Announced by the Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office (PMA-271) and Strategic Communications Wing 1 (SCW-1), this designation reconnects […]
MDA Unveils SHIELD $151B Contracting Vehicle for Golden Dome
At SMD 2025 in Huntsville, Alabama, the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) unveiled new details about its Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) program. This second major contracting vehicle under the Golden Dome initiative could exceed $151 billion over a decade, making it one of the largest U.S. missile defense acquisition efforts. Flexible […]
Drones in Land Warfare: Tactical Revolution, Strategic Limits
Uncrewed systems are transforming how battles are fought, but they have not changed how land wars are won. Drones (UAS/UGV) deliver persistent ISR, precision effects, and tempo advantages, yet they cannot by themselves create the decisive condition in land warfare: control of territory. Against a domain-specific theory of land war centered on control, drones fail […]
From Atlanticism to Pacificism: Reorienting U.S. Defense Strategy
From Atlanticism to Pacificism: Reorienting U.S. Defense Strategy The phrase From Atlanticism to Pacificism denotes not merely a geographic reorientation but a paradigmatic shift in the United States’ strategic ontology. For over two centuries, U.S. foreign and defense policy was deeply embedded in Euro-Atlantic constructs, a product of historical-cultural affinity, economic interdependence, and the geopolitical […]
KAAN Fighter Aircraft: Türkiye’s Fifth-Generation Air Superiority Jet
KAAN Fighter Aircraft: Türkiye’s Fifth-Generation Air Superiority Jet Türkiye’s National 5th-Gen Air Superiority Program The KAAN fighter aircraft, previously designated TF-X, is Türkiye’s flagship fifth-generation air superiority platform under development by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI). This program aims to replace the Turkish Air Force’s aging F-16 fleet. The KAAN is optimized for stealth, high-speed performance, […]
Bayraktar Akıncı UCAV with Alpagut Loitering Munition Analyze
Technical Specifications & Integration Highlights Akıncı drone loitering munitions test trials mark a milestone in Türkiye’s unmanned combat air vehicle program. In recent demonstrations, the Bayraktar Akıncı successfully deployed Roketsan’s Alpagut and Eren loitering munitions, showcasing new precision strike options and expanding its operational versatility in contested environments. Bayraktar Akıncı UCAV Alpagut Loitering Munition Eren […]
Northrop Grumman Names First Beacon Autonomous Testbed Partners
Northrop Grumman Names First Beacon Autonomous Testbed Partners Northrop Grumman has announced the first six partners for its new Beacon autonomous testbed ecosystem. The programme aims to accelerate the development and integration of advanced autonomous mission capabilities. Announced on July 30, 2025, the initial partners are Applied Intuition, Autonodyne, Merlin, Red 6, Shield AI and […]