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July 21, 2025
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Land Platforms

Italy Receives Initial Batch of Modernized Ariete C2 Battle Tanks

The Italian Army has officially received its first upgraded Ariete C2 main battle tank, delivered by the Iveco-Oto Melara Consortium (CIO) at the Cecchignola military complex near Rome. This...

July 21, 2025
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France Debuts Mortar-Equipped Griffon Variant During Paris Event

The French Army has officially showcased its latest artillery innovation—a self-propelled mortar variant of the Griffon 6×6 multi-role armored vehicle—just four months after the system completed its final rounds...

July 21, 2025
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Israel Signs $150 Million Deal with AM General for New IDF Humvees

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has entered into a $150 million agreement with American defense contractor AM General to acquire hundreds of Humvees (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles), along with...

July 21, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

UK Army Introduces AI-Driven ‘Spear’ System for Precision Targeting

The British Army has introduced a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) platform known as “Asgard,” designed to enhance target detection and engagement capabilities on the battlefield. This advanced system allows...

July 21, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

US Army Awards Anduril Close to $100M for Advanced C2 System Prototype

The U.S. Army has awarded a $99.6 million contract to Anduril Industries to spearhead the development of a next-generation command and control (NGC2) prototype system. The effort is part...

July 20, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

MV-22B aircraft enables quick HIMARS delivery in US-Australia drill

During the 2025 edition of Talisman Sabre, a cornerstone joint military exercise between the U.S. and Australian forces, a significant milestone was achieved in expeditionary logistics. U.S. Marines from...

July 20, 2025
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Land Platforms

New Belgian armored vehicles on display during National Day event

In anticipation of Belgium’s National Day celebrations, the Army Recognition editorial team gained special access to the military parade rehearsal in Brussels, offering an early showcase of the Belgian...

July 20, 2025
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Air Platforms

Turkish Air Force to receive six prototype Kaan jets

Türkiye has reached a new milestone in its national fighter aircraft program with the official order for a sixth prototype of the KAAN fifth-generation jet, as reported by defense...

July 19, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Unmanned vessels from New Zealand aid Fiji maritime security

In an effort to bolster maritime domain awareness and regional security, the Royal New Zealand Navy has deployed two Bluebottle USVs to Fiji under Operation Calypso. These solar- and...

July 19, 2025
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Naval Platforms

India launches INS Nistar to boost subsea operations and capabilities

The Indian Navy’s underwater warfare and rescue capabilities received a substantial boost with the commissioning of INS Nistar, an advanced Diving Support Vessel (DSV) that was designed and constructed...