Patria to debut new tracked vehicle at DSEI London
Patria will use #DSEI2025 in London to unveil a new tracked vehicle, expanding its product line beyond wheeled armoured platforms.
NATO military chief joins Indo-Pacific defence talks in Thailand
Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee, attended the annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defence Conference in Hua Hin, Thailand, from 26 to 28 August, according to NATO.
NATO releases 2025 defence expenditure figures
NATO has published its latest annual report on Allied defence expenditure, showing sharp increases in spending across Europe alongside sustained US dominance.
Czech Army receives first CV90 MkIV vehicle
The rollout marks the beginning of a major modernisation effort, with 246 vehicles scheduled for delivery by 2030.
UK links China-based firms to global cyber campaign
The UK and a coalition of international partners have identified three China-based technology companies as enabling a global malicious cyber campaign targeting critical networks, according to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
UK reserve forces complete 1.17m service days in 24/25
Volunteer Reservists across the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force completed more than 1.17 million service days in the last financial year, according to Ministry of Defence data.
U.S. forces hit Islamic State financier in Syria raid
U.S. Central Command has confirmed that its forces carried out a raid in northern Syria killing what it described as a senior Islamic State member and key financier.
NATO chief hails Rheinmetall factory as European rearmament
Speaking at the opening of Rheinmetall’s new artillery plant, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned that Europe and North America face an era of long-term confrontation with Russia and China – and must answer with cash, capabilities, and industry.
Tickets on sale for 2026 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has announced that tickets are now on sale for its 2026 Show, A Call To Gather, which will run from 7–29 August 2026 at Edinburgh Castle.
Ukraine training shifts to leadership and instructor focus
What began as a five-week basic infantry course has steadily expanded into a more comprehensive system, with seven-week cycles and new specialist modules.
