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Leonardo Consolidates Aerospace Powerhouse: New Aeronautics Division Launched with Stefano Bortoli at the Helm

Leonardo’s New Aeronautics Division To Be Led By Stefano Bortoli: Rome, Italy – May 6, 2025 – Italian aerospace and defense giant Leonardo today announced a significant restructuring with the formal establishment of a new, unified Aeronautics Division. Seasoned executive Stefano Bortoli has been appointed as the Managing Director to steer this consolidated entity, which aims to sharpen Leonardo’s…

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Safran Group to set up Defence Electronics Unit in India

Safran Group’s India Defence Electronics Unit: New Delhi, India – French defense conglomerate Safran Group has announced plans to establish its first-ever defense electronics manufacturing facility outside of France in India. This strategic move comes as part of the deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, highlighted by a recent high-level strategic dialogue. During the two-day…

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Russian BTR-82A rams U.S. armoured vehicle in Syria

Russian BTR-82A wheeled armoured personnel carrier has rammed U.S. MaxxPro Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle driven by Green Berets during patrolling in northeastern Syria.

In a video shared on social media on 26 August, Russian military vehicles are seen nudging and harassment U.S. armoured vehicles that were trying to overtake them.

The incident in question occurred on the morning of August 24, when Russian military convoy trying to gain access to key oil fields in Al-Hasakah province.

Several American Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, included MaxxPro and M-ATV, carrying American soldiers have tried to stop Russian military vehicles west of Al-Hasakah province. But later, Russian took a number of aggressive measures, including blocking American armored vehicles. One of U.S. armored vehicles also was caught between Russian BTR-82 and Typhoon-K vehicles.

At the same time, Mi-8 helicopter and Mi-35 multirole gunship of Russia’s Aerospace Force provided cover for Russian military convoy.

Despite no significant conflict being reported, the incident has become a reminder of the high stakes in Syria, where U.S. military activity aims to guard oil fields and prevent them from falling into the hands of other actors, including Russia and extremist groups.

In July, several U.S. Army Soldiers were injured in an overturned armored vehicle accident in northeastern Syria.

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Russian BTR-82A wheeled armoured personnel carrier has rammed U.S. MaxxPro Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle driven by Green Berets during patrolling in northeastern Syria.

In a video shared on social media on 26 August, Russian military vehicles are seen nudging and harassment U.S. armoured vehicles that were trying to overtake them.

The incident in question occurred on the morning of August 24, when Russian military convoy trying to gain access to key oil fields in Al-Hasakah province.

Several American Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles, included MaxxPro and M-ATV, carrying American soldiers have tried to stop Russian military vehicles west of Al-Hasakah province. But later, Russian took a number of aggressive measures, including blocking American armored vehicles. One of U.S. armored vehicles also was caught between Russian BTR-82 and Typhoon-K vehicles.

At the same time, Mi-8 helicopter and Mi-35 multirole gunship of Russia’s Aerospace Force provided cover for Russian military convoy.

Despite no significant conflict being reported, the incident has become a reminder of the high stakes in Syria, where U.S. military activity aims to guard oil fields and prevent them from falling into the hands of other actors, including Russia and extremist groups.

In July, several U.S. Army Soldiers were injured in an overturned armored vehicle accident in northeastern Syria.

Clashes of U.S. troops and Russians in Syria pic.twitter.com/Itkvvtzp12

— Defence Blog (@Defence_blog) August 26, 2020

Clashes of U.S. troops and Russians in Syria pic.twitter.com/uaL73RnLtT

— Defence Blog (@Defence_blog) August 26, 2020

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India, Africa Deepen Maritime Cooperation with Inaugural AIKEYME 2025

Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement Exercise – AIKEYME: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a significant stride towards strengthening maritime security cooperation, India and several African nations have launched the inaugural Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement exercise (AIKEYME) 2025. The harbour phase of this landmark multilateral exercise, aptly named AIKEYME, meaning “Unity” in Sanskrit, was…

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Indian Army Bets on Aeroshul Technologies for Multi-Barrel Loitering Munition System

India startup AeroShul to build loitering munition swarms for Indian Army: New Delhi: In a significant leap towards modernizing its artillery capabilities, the Indian Army has selected Gurugram-based startup AeroShul Technologies Pvt Ltd to develop its ambitious Multi-Barrel Loitering Munition (MBLM) system. This cutting-edge project, born from the Defence Minister’s ADITI 2.0 initiative, aims to…

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Leonardo, Arbit Join Hands to Develop Advanced Cybersecurity Solution for Multi-Domain Operations

Leonardo, Arbit Join Forces to Develop Advanced Cybersecurity Solution: Rome – Leonardo, a global high-tech company, has announced a strategic agreement with Arbit Cyber Defence Systems, a Danish specialist in data security solutions for Intelligence, Defence, EU, and NATO multinational and multi-domain operations. The collaboration aims to co-design, co-develop, and certify a cutting-edge…

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Safran Group to Set Up First Overseas Defence Electronics Unit in India

Safran Group’s India Defence Electronics Unit: New Delhi, India – French defense conglomerate Safran Group has announced plans to establish its first-ever defense electronics manufacturing facility outside of France in India. This strategic move comes as part of the deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, highlighted by a recent high-level strategic dialogue. During the two-day…

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Italy's Leonardo gets RINA's anti-corruption certification

Italy's Leonardo gets RINA's anti-corruption certification #India #defence #defense #defencenews #Italy #NATO #Leonardo #RINA #military #army #airforce #navy #defenceindustry

Leonardo RINA’s anti-corruption certification: Rome, Italy (July 19, 2024) – Leonardo, a global player in aerospace, defense and security technologies, has solidified its position as a leader in the fight against corruption. The company successfully renewed its Anti-Corruption System Certification, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to preventing bribery and upholding the highest ethical…

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Israel's Elbit Systems wins $37 million Iron Fist APS order for US Army's Bradley IFVs

Iron Fist APS for US Army’s Bradley IFVs: Haifa, Israel – May 5, 2024 – In a move that significantly bolsters the defensive capabilities of the U.S. Army‘s Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs), Elbit Systems Ltd. (ESLT) has secured a $37 million contract to supply its Iron Fist Active Protection Systems (APS). The 24-month contract involves furnishing General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical…

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India will spend over $9 billion for acquisition of 97 home grown fighter jets

India will spend over $9 billion for acquisition of 97 home grown fighter jets #India #defence #defense #IAF #IndianAirForce #Airforce #HAL #Tejas #Pakistan #China

LCA Tejas Mk1A contract: India is in the process of acquiring 97 domestically produced fighter jets, known as Light Combat Aircraft Mk-1A (LCA Mk-1A), to strengthen the Indian Air Force (IAF) amid a shortage of fighter squadrons. The new fighter jets are estimated to cost around $9.2 billion (₹67,000 crore). The contract follows a previous order of 83 Mk-1A fighters placed by the IAF in February…

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Germany’s Rheinmetall will co-develop next-generation tank for Hungary

Germany’s Panther KF-41 MBT: The Hungarian government has joined forces with Rheinmetall to develop the Panther KF51 through to production maturity. A contract to this effect has now been signed in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary. The development contract is worth around €288 million. A demonstrator vehicle will be constructed and qualified, paving the way to full-scale production, said the German defence…

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Video: Indian Air Force celebrates 91st raising day

Indian Air Force Day 2023: The Indian Air Force, the fourth largest air force in the world, is celebrating its 91st raising day today (October 8, 2023). The IAF was established on October 8, 1932 during the British period. IAF is the first responder in case of several crises and projects the country’s military might beyond its borders. Here is a small video presentation.

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Italy: Fincantieri-Leonardo bag maintenance contract for Cavour, Horizon class destroyers

Fincantieri-Leonardo bag major ship maintenance contract from Italian Navy: Orizzonte Sistemi Navali (OSN), a joint venture company owned by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Leonardo has signed an agreement with the Directorate of Naval Armaments of the Secretariat General of Defence / National Armaments Directorate for the maintenance of Italian Navy’s Cavour aircraft carrier and Horizon…

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IAI will showcase Barak missiles at Singapore’s IMDEX Asia Naval defence exhibition

IAI will showcase Barak missiles at Singapore’s IMDEX Asia Naval defence exhibition #India #Israel #Singapore #defence #defense #defencenews #military #army #airforce #navy #missiles #barakmissile #IMDEX @Israel_MOD @Israel_MOF @IsraelMFA @IDF @ILAerospaceIAI @IAFsite @IsraelinIndia @NaorGilon

IAI at IMDEX Asia Naval and Maritime Defence Exhibition: Israel’s state owned defence and aerospace company – Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) – will showcase its Barak missiles and other weapon systems at the IMDEX naval and maritime defense exhibition taking place in Singapore from May 3-5. IAI will showcase a variety of its state-of-the-art naval and maritime products, including the Barak MX,…

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Leonardo wins contract to upgrade Italian Air Force’s C-27J aircraft

Leonardo wins contract to upgrade Italian Air Force’s C-27J fleet #India #Italy #defence #defense #defencenews #Leonardo @GuidoCrosetto @ministerodifesa @ItalyinIndia @IndiainItaly @LDO_Aircraft @Leonardo_live @LDO_Electronics @LDO_Space @LDO_Helicopters

Leonardo’s C-27J Spartan Transport Aircraft: Leonardo and Armaereo, the Italian Defence Ministry’s Air Force Armament and Airworthiness Directorate, have signed a contract which represents an important step in the Italian Air Force’s C-27J Spartan fleet upgrade. The contract includes the development, integration qualification and certification of a new avionics configuration for the C-27J, the…