Tag: Defence news

New J-36 Image Reveals All Three Afterburners in Action

Recent images circulating online have sparked significant interest among defense experts and aviation enthusiasts. New J-36 Image Reveals All Three Afterburners in Action, showcasing what appears to be China’s J-36 fighter jet with a revolutionary triple-engine configuration. The striking visuals reveal three engines operating at full afterburner, suggesting the implementation of the high-performance WS-15 engine, […]

Turkiye Kızılelma Fighter Jet Completes Afterburner Test

Turkiye unmanned fighter jet Bayraktar Kızılelma, developed by drone pioneer Baykar, successfully passed another critical test on Saturday, completing the afterburner-assisted aerodynamics system identification test, the company announced. According to a statement from Baykar, the test process of Bayraktar Kızılelma, developed entirely through its own resources, continues in line with the planned testing timeline. Technical […]

Pakistan Navy Launches Second Hangor-Class Submarine

The Pakistan Navy has successfully launched its second Hangor-class submarine, PNS Shushuk, during a ceremony held in China. This milestone event, announced by Pakistan’s military media wing (ISPR), represents a significant advancement in Pakistan’s naval capabilities and underscores the deepening defense cooperation between Islamabad and Beijing. High-ranking officials from both nations attended the prestigious ceremony, […]

Chinese Navy J-15 Crashes During Training

Social media platforms, particularly X, have been circulating reports of a Chinese Navy J-15 fighter jet crash that allegedly occurred during a training exercise at approximately 1:30 p.m. local time on March 15, 2025. According to these unverified posts, the incident took place in an open area near Jialai Town, Lingao County, in Hainan Province, […]

Algeria Enhances Air Power with Su-35 Fighter Jets

Algeria’s Air Force has reportedly begun receiving its first Russian Su-35 heavy fighter jets, marking a significant upgrade to its military capabilities. This acquisition makes Algeria the third operator of this advanced aircraft model worldwide, following only China and Russia. The addition of these sophisticated fighters represents a substantial boost to Algeria’s air combat capabilities […]

US Eyes Euro-Japanese Next-Gen Fighter Program

A new chapter in transatlantic defense cooperation may be unfolding as a Trump administration envoy pushes for US involvement in the Euro-Japanese Global Combat Air Program (GCAP). Paolo Zampolli, recently appointed as US special envoy to Italy and a close associate of President Trump, has initiated discussions with Italian officials to explore potential American participation […]

Turkiye Atmaca Missile Achieves First Underwater Launch

Turkiye has achieved a significant military technological milestone with its domestically designed Atmaca anti-ship cruise missile successfully completing its first underwater firing test. The achievement places Turkiye among a select group of nations possessing submarine-launched cruise missile technology, marking a major advancement for the country’s naval capabilities and defense industry. Haluk Görgün, head of the […]

Tajikistan Unveils Chinese HQ-17AE Air Defense System

Tajikistan has publicly displayed its newly acquired HQ-17AE air defense system during a military parade commemorating the 32nd anniversary of its Armed Forces. The parade featured four combat vehicles and two transporter-loader vehicles, marking a significant enhancement to the country’s air defense capabilities and highlighting strengthening military ties between Dushanbe and Beijing. This acquisition represents […]

ASELSAN’s GÖKBERK Successfully Hits FPV Drones

ASELSAN’s GÖKBERK Mobile Laser Weapon System has demonstrated impressive capabilities in recent tests, successfully eliminating First-Person View (FPV) drones that have emerged as critical threats in contemporary warfare. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in Turkey’s defense technology sector, particularly in countering unmanned aerial threats that have become increasingly prevalent in modern conflicts. What sets […]