World defence news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on world defense:
Global Defense News
- US and South Korea Conduct Joint Military Drills: The United States and South Korea have conducted joint military drills, including a simulated invasion of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), in response to North Korea's nuclear and missile tests. (Source: Reuters)
- Russia Deploys S-400 Missile System to Crimea: Russia has deployed its S-400 air defense missile system to Crimea, a move seen as a response to the US and NATO's military presence in Eastern Europe. (Source: TASS)
- China Conducts Live-Fire Drills in South China Sea: China has conducted live-fire drills in the South China Sea, a move seen as a challenge to the US and its allies in the region. (Source: South China Morning Post)
- India and France Sign Defense Cooperation Agreement: India and France have signed a defense cooperation agreement, which includes cooperation on fighter jets, submarines, and other military equipment. (Source: The Hindu)
- Turkey and Russia Sign Defense Cooperation Agreement: Turkey and Russia have signed a defense cooperation agreement, which includes cooperation on fighter jets, drones, and other military equipment. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
Regional Defense News
- Middle East: Iran and Israel Engage in Border Clashes: Iran and Israel have engaged in border clashes, with both sides exchanging fire and accusing each other of aggression. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Africa: US and France Conduct Joint Military Operations in Mali: The United States and France have conducted joint military operations in Mali, aimed at combating terrorist groups in the region. (Source: CNN)
- Asia-Pacific: North Korea Conducts Ballistic Missile Test: North Korea has conducted a ballistic missile test, which has been condemned by the United States and its allies. (Source: BBC News)
- Europe: NATO and Russia Engage in Military Exercises: NATO and Russia have engaged in military exercises, with both sides accusing each other of aggression. (Source: The Guardian)
- Latin America: Brazil and Argentina Conduct Joint Military Exercises: Brazil and Argentina have conducted joint military exercises, aimed at strengthening regional security and cooperation. (Source: Reuters)
Defense Industry News
- Lockheed Martin Wins $10 Billion F-35 Contract: Lockheed Martin has won a $10 billion contract to produce F-35 fighter jets for the US military. (Source: Defense News)
- Boeing Wins $2.5 Billion Apache Helicopter Contract: Boeing has won a $2.5 billion contract to produce Apache helicopters for the US military. (Source: The Hill)
- Raytheon Wins $1.5 Billion Patriot Missile Defense Contract: Raytheon has won a $1.5 billion contract to produce Patriot missile defense systems for the US military. (Source: Defense News)
- General Dynamics Wins $1.2 Billion Abrams Tank Contract: General Dynamics has won a $1.2 billion contract to produce Abrams tanks for the US military. (Source: The Hill)
- Northrop Grumman Wins $1.1 Billion Global Hawk Drone Contract: Northrop Grumman has won a $1.1 billion contract to produce Global Hawk drones for the US military. (Source: Defense News)
These are just a few examples of recent defense news from around the world.