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Seoul has finished developing its own maritime strike helicopter under a project worth 450 billion won ($337 million). The aircraft passed combat suitability testing and airworthiness certification, with serial production of about 20 units planned for 2027.
Otabek YusupovBrigadier General Andreas Kühne, commander of Germany's Special Operations Command (KSK), said the unit is oriented toward “an adversary in the form of Russia.” According to him, the nature of the special forces' training has changed: operations have become longer, and exercises now include countering tanks, artillery, drones and electronic warfare systems.
Aziz KarimovItalian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated at a joint press conference after the meeting of the 'five' (E5) defense ministers in Paris that Italy's position on Ukraine 'cannot change.' He called what is happening in Ukraine dangerous for Europe's security and pledged to continue assistance 'to the best of our capabilities.'
Otabek YusupovThe FORTRESS initiative envisions autonomous power supply for bases, strategic stockpiles, and the conversion of civilian factories to defense production. Details were revealed by an official Pentagon spokesperson in an interview with Fox News Digital.
Aziz KarimovAccording to Bloomberg, citing sources, the German Defense Ministry is negotiating the purchase of several thousand Anthem ground-launched cruise missiles from the American company Covenant; the contract could exceed one billion euros. The search for alternatives is linked to a possible delay of up to five years in deliveries of American Tomahawk missiles and Typhon launchers. Also under consideration are Ruta missiles from the Dutch Destinus SA, the hypersonic HS1, and a joint project with Ukraine on Bars missiles. No agreement has been
Otabek YusupovDenmark's Ministry of Defence announced the acquisition of two types of high-precision long-range cruise missiles: the Joint Strike Missile from Norway's Kongsberg for F-35 fighter jets and the ground-launched Anthem from the American company Covenant. The goal is to strengthen the country's defense and NATO's collective deterrence. The cost, number of missiles, and delivery timelines are not disclosed.
Javlon TursunovUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali signed a defense agreement at the Pentagon aimed at strengthening military cooperation, expanding joint exercises, and countering security threats in the Caribbean region.
Sevara AzamovaA three-article bill approving the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, signed by Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on August 7, 2026, has been submitted to the Turkish parliament. The document provides for cooperation in protecting sovereignty, collective deterrence and deepening defense cooperation, while collective defense is not activated automatically and Turkey's obligations to NATO remain unaffected.
Sevara AzamovaThe National has obtained the full text of the Mecca joint defense agreement signed on August 7, 2026 by Erdogan, Mohammed bin Salman and Shehbaz Sharif. The document, submitted for ratification to the Turkish parliament, contains a NATO-style collective defense clause, the creation of a strategic committee with a secretariat in Riyadh, and a first secretary-general from Pakistan.
Sevara AzamovaTurkish Defense Minister Yashar Guler held talks with Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. Guler arrived at the Qatari Ministry of Defense, where he was welcomed with a military ceremony, after which the sides held meetings, the Turkish defense authority reported.
Javlon TursunovUAE President Sheikh Mohamed and French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday toured high-tech facilities of Tawazun park in Abu Dhabi, including companies of the Edge group. The sides exchanged a framework agreement on strategic defense partnership, and preliminary agreements in energy, AI and advanced technologies were also signed during the visit.
Javlon TursunovQatar's Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said at the Global Security Forum in Doha that the country will soon announce a new defense partnership and a local defense production hub. He called for talks with Iran, warned of further worsening of the energy crisis, and rejected transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz.
Otabek YusupovTurkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz said that in the draft 2027 budget, allocations for the procurement of weapons, ammunition and military equipment rose by 229%. Total defense spending will amount to 2.206 trillion liras ($44.5 billion), and internal security — $25.2 billion. Education will receive $75.6 billion (13.7% of the budget), investments — $57.5 billion, and $17.5 billion has been allocated for earthquake recovery. The draft budget has been submitted to parliament.
Otabek YusupovOn October 14, an adviser to the President of Ukraine on defense technology reported sudden restrictions on Starlink access without warning. According to Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense, communications that day were interrupted at reduced speeds and partially restored by evening. Starlink is described as a key military communications channel for the Ukrainian army.
Otabek YusupovHead of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva visited the complex of the Turkish company Baykar, where she familiarized herself with defense technologies. She noted that the company's successes are based on years of scientific research, the work of talented engineers, and investments in the development of national technologies, and that Turkey's experience has important practical significance for Uzbekistan.
Aziz KarimovHead of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva, during her visit to Turkey, visited the Baykar company complex, where she familiarized herself with developments in high technology and the defense industry. She noted the practical significance of the Turkish experience for Uzbekistan and the possibilities of joint technology projects. Earlier, together with Necmeddin Bilal Erdogan, she visited Ibn Haldun University and the Yenidogu school in Istanbul.
Aziz KarimovThe State Duma will consider the draft budget for 2027–2029, in which defense and security account for a record 44% of spending — twice as much as social policy. Social policy spending will be cut by 7%, healthcare will be trimmed, and regions are reallocating funds from social programs to military payments and reducing 'coffin' payments to families of the killed.
Otabek YusupovWładysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said at the Warsaw Security Forum that Europe must multiply its military production, otherwise it will negatively affect future generations. According to him, Russia is already operating in such a mode. According to Estonian intelligence, Russia produced about 7 million munitions in 2025, while the EU and Norway will produce only about 2 million 150 mm shells.
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