Sweden hastens Gripen deep-strike punch with Taurus missiles
Sweden's air chief now expects Taurus integration "considerably earlier than previously planned," he said in an interview with Defense News.
Europe
Lukashenko: Russian nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles now in Belarus
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that the Oreshnik will enter combat duty this month but didn’t give any other details.
Biden asks Congress for Israel, Ukraine aid in giant defense package
President Biden intends to ask Congress for nearly $100 billion in military aid to Ukraine and Israel amid heightened tensions throughout the Middle East.
Russian lawmakers vote to revoke ratification of nuclear test ban
The bill will now go to the upper house, the Federation Council.
Estonia shops Turkish armored vehicles for $211 million
Speed was of the essence in Tallinn's pick of suppliers, as countries harden their defenses in the wake of Russia's war against Ukraine.
Italy unveils weapons wish list, forecasts defense spending
Now on the list are 21 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems — U.S.-made rocket launchers that have seen success on the battlefield in Ukraine.
Czech Republic enters talks with Embraer for C-390 aircraft deal
The Czech company Aero Vodochody supplies to Brazil’s Embraer various components used to make the C-390.
Russian parliament makes moves against global nuclear test ban
There are widespread concerns that Russia could move to resume nuclear tests to try to discourage the West from continuing to support Ukraine.
French firms to triple 155mm ammo production, boost weapons output
French defense firms have reportedly boosted production of self-propelled guns, artillery shells, fighter jets and anti-air missiles.
Polish warplane appetite prompts jockeying by US, European vendors
The Eurofighter Typhoon and Boeing's F-15EX are seen as top contenders in Warsaw's quest for more fighters.
Kosovo alleges Serbia violated deal on how it uses US-made equipment
Video footage, paramilitary forces and an AM General-made Humvee are all tied up in the allegations.
