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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Nothing complicated: a technology enthusiast creates a shoulder-fired 'Stinger' prototype rocket for 83 euros

A Latvian technology enthusiast has constructed a shoulder-fired 'Stinger' prototype rocket using widely available technologies for just 83 euros, challenging traditional notions of military weapon manufacturing.

Mar 21 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

China deploys microwave anti-drone weapon: how HPM technology takes down swarms

China is focusing on High Power Microwave (HPM) technology to neutralize drone swarms that pose air defense challenges.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Israel will enhance its weapons amid Operation Epic Fury, making its aircraft more lethal

Israel is advancing its military capabilities by developing laser weapon systems for its Air Force amidst ongoing operations with the U.S.

Mar 20 • 20:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

From years to a week: China unveils superfast software for hypersonic weapon design

China has developed groundbreaking software that can simulate scramjet physics in just one week, significantly reducing the time required for hypersonic engine research.

Mar 20 • 15:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Silent, Destructive Weapon: Chinese Progress Directly Threatens the U.S. Navy

The article discusses how advancements in Chinese military technology pose a significant threat to the U.S. Navy.

Mar 16 • 09:26 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Here is the 'gold shield' for ships: how the Chinese CIWS works

The Chinese Type 1130 Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), nicknamed 'gold shield,' is designed to protect naval vessels from anti-ship missiles by creating a close-range barrier of fire.

Mar 14 • 16:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Iran's New Weapon That Puts US and Israeli Drones at Risk... Both Countries Have No Counter

Iran has unveiled a new weapon called '359', which is an upgraded surface-to-air missile that targets enemy drones without radar detection.

Mar 14 • 07:54 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

The diplomacy of drones: The Ukrainian weapon costing $30,000 that defeats million-dollar missiles

Ukrainian experts on drone technology are being deployed to the Middle East to assist in air defense coordination amid the region's ongoing conflicts.

Mar 14 • 05:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Pekka Toveri dismisses discussions on the 'wonder weapon'

Pekka Toveri challenges the notion that drones are a revolutionary weapon in warfare, suggesting that their effectiveness is overstated.

Mar 13 • 18:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The US Navy Revives Electromagnetic Railgun Tests

The US Navy has resumed testing its electromagnetic railgun, which had previously been put on hold, as part of a new weapon system for the upcoming Trump-class battleships.

Mar 13 • 14:42 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How cheaply can China fend off a drone swarm with its latest microwave weapon?

China's latest urban police anti-drone swarm microwave defense system employs HPM technology to combat drone threats at reduced costs.

Mar 10 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The diabolical weapon of the Pasdaran: cluster munitions that hide a rain of deadly grenades

Iran's Pasdaran are developing deadly cluster munitions designed to maximize destruction even when missile systems are intercepted.

Mar 9 • 15:28 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
World

Russian soldiers captured by a robot

A new video shows Russian soldiers surrendering to a remote-controlled robot amid Ukraine's use of military drones and advanced weapon systems in the conflict.

Mar 8 • 21:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

AI as a Weapon of War... Where Have Government and National Assembly Discussions on National Defense AI Progressed?

Interest and concerns around the military use of AI have grown significantly, spurred by its deployment in U.S. operations, as South Korea ramps up discussions on establishing defense AI systems.

Mar 8 • 12:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

How the war in Ukraine changed the Shahed 136 drone, the weapon created by Iran and now used in its own conflict

The article discusses how the Shahed 136 drone has been adapted and utilized in both the Ukraine conflict and Iran's own military operations.

Mar 7 • 04:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India Has Developed a More Dangerous Weapon than Iran's Shahed Drone

India has created a new long-range swarm attack drone called Sheshnag-150, which surpasses Iran's Shahed-136 in capability and is a response to advancements in drone technology by its adversaries.

Mar 6 • 03:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Russia has created a new cruise missile. It turns out that the weapon is based on Western technologies

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has published technical data on Russia's new 'Izdelie-30' cruise missile, revealing its capabilities and the involvement of foreign technologies in its development.

Mar 5 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

Laser in action. The first footage shows the destruction of missiles by a new Israeli weapon

The article discusses new footage that demonstrates the effectiveness of an Israeli weapon designed to destroy missiles.

Mar 4 • 07:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The battle for control over military AI uses has fully erupted in the USA. Who will win?

The ongoing conflict between the U.S. government and AI company Anthropic revolves around military applications of AI technology and concerns over autonomous weapon systems.

Mar 3 • 08:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Centcom reveals: This weapon was used for the first time in Iran's attacks - Defenses were 'overloaded'

U.S. Central Command announced the use of a new, self-developed one-way drone for the first time in an operation against Iran, marking a significant advancement in military technology.

Mar 1 • 11:09 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukrainian Commander: Latvian Soldiers Must Be As Skilled in Using Drones As They Are in Shooting a Weapon

Ukrainian military leaders emphasize the necessity for Latvian soldiers to master drone technology alongside traditional combat skills.

Mar 1 • 05:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The drug cartels flash the latest weapon technology on social media

Mexico's armed forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to chaos as his heavily armed followers retaliated across the country.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Drug Cartels in Mexico Flash the Latest Weapon Technology on Social Media

The death of El Mencho, leader of Mexico's Jalisco New Generation cartel, sparked chaos across the country, as armed members displayed military-grade weapons on social media.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

When Israeli arms dealers boast that Gaza is used as a human laboratory for their weapons

Israeli arms dealers recently showcased their military technology at a defense expo in Tel Aviv, referring to Gaza as a field laboratory for weapon testing.

Feb 25 • 17:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

What is happening? The US published images of its hypersonic weapon - and quickly deleted them

The US military inadvertently shared and then deleted images of its advanced Long Range Hypersonic Weapon, prompting discussions among defense analysts about the implications of hypersonic technology.

Feb 24 • 06:13 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Wassenaar Arrangement: will China join or kill this 30-year-old weapon control club?

The article discusses China's potential role in the Wassenaar Arrangement, a key international regime controlling defense tech exports, amid its advancements in military technology.

Feb 23 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The MQ-4C Triton Drone is a Lethal Weapon of the US Navy Capable of Flying for 24 Hours Without Refueling

The MQ-4C Triton drone is an advanced unmanned aircraft designed for autonomous long missions over the ocean, capable of flying for over 24 hours without refueling.

Feb 18 • 15:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Instead of expensive missiles, a bet on lasers. Ukraine showed a quiet 'killer' of Russian drones

Ukraine is developing a laser weapon system named Sunray to combat Russian suicide drones more efficiently and cost-effectively amid a shortage of air defense missiles.

Feb 18 • 09:39 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Everything we know about China’s mysterious, futuristic Nantianmen Project

The Nantianmen Project in China combines science fiction with military innovation, featuring over 100 futuristic weapon concepts.

Feb 17 • 14:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Wall Street Journal: Balloons, an Old Weapon Reshaping Modern Wars

The Wall Street Journal reports that high-tech innovations are reviving the use of balloons in modern warfare, with applications ranging from surveillance to carrying payloads.

Feb 17 • 07:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What is the powerful cutting-edge laser weapon tested by the Pentagon that forced the closure of airspace in El Paso, Texas

The Pentagon tested a new laser weapon that resulted in a temporary airspace closure in El Paso, Texas, after concerns over safety risks arose.

Feb 13 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ukraine Tests New Laser Weapon

Ukraine is reportedly developing a new laser weapon to protect against Russian drones, as demonstrated by soldiers with a model called 'Sunray.'

Feb 12 • 13:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Security as a Weapon: The Sinister Success of Anthropic

Anthropic has emerged as a major player in the AI industry by focusing on safety, surpassing OpenAI in capturing enterprise clients and causing unrest in the software sector.

Feb 11 • 07:59 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese civilisation’s true age; engineer leaves US to find freedom: 7 science highlights

The article highlights seven significant scientific developments in China, including a new perspective on the age of Chinese civilization and advancements in military technology.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Old Good Stinger Rocket Is Being Retired – What Will Replace It?

The Stinger rocket, a Cold War-era weapon once revered for its effectiveness, is being retired due to the emergence of newer and smarter weaponry.

Feb 9 • 16:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

China relies on hypersonic glide mini-missiles: what we know about Beijing's weapon

China is advancing its hypersonic weaponry by developing small glide missiles designed for launch from naval and anti-aircraft cannons.

Feb 9 • 06:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Sudan: Drones, an increasingly common weapon in the arsenal of paramilitaries

The Rapid Support Forces in Sudan have significantly increased their airstrike capabilities with new drone technology provided largely by the UAE.

Feb 9 • 04:08 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

US microwave weapon shoots down fiber optic drones from the sky

The US has developed a new microwave weapon capable of destroying fiber optic FPV drones resistant to radio signal jammers, addressing a significant threat in the war in Ukraine.

Feb 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

READY FOR STAR WARS: China's 60,000 megawatt microwave weapon is designed to bake satellites

China has developed a high-powered microwave weapon capable of targeting satellites from the ground with unprecedented speed and accuracy.

Feb 6 • 15:28 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Chinese scientists build world-first 20GW microwave weapon that can fire 60-second bursts

Chinese scientists have developed a groundbreaking 20GW microwave weapon capable of emitting 60-second bursts, potentially threatening low Earth orbit satellites like Starlink.

Feb 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

USA micro-laser weapon brings down drones operating at the speed of light

The USA has introduced a new micro-laser weapon capable of destroying even jamming-resistant fiber optic FPV drones, providing a solution to the challenges faced in the Ukraine war.

Feb 3 • 13:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Testing a Weapon on a Finnish Field, Whose Need is Evident on the Ukrainian Front – 'The Phenomenon is Real'

Finnish drone defense company Thor Dynamics is testing a laser-based drone interception system in Finland, anticipating its first sales by the end of the year, as highlighted by journalist Antti Kailio.

Feb 3 • 09:22 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Ukraine Reveals More Details About Its New Marine Weapon

Ukraine has disclosed details of its new underwater drone, 'Marička', which has an operational range of up to 1000 kilometers, a payload of around one ton, and maximum speed of 10 kilometers per hour.

Feb 3 • 08:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

AI 'weapon of mass destruction of jobs' warning issued by Sadiq Khan

London Mayor Sadiq Khan warns that unchecked artificial intelligence could lead to mass unemployment and increased inequality.

Jan 15 • 11:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

What the alleged ‘sonic weapon’ used in Venezuela may actually have been

Speculation surrounds reports of a 'sonic weapon' allegedly used in Venezuela, which has sparked discussions about its effects and possible connections to U.S. military technology.

Jan 14 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

"It Can Destroy Swarms of Drones": How the Chinese Hurricane 3000 System Works

China has unveiled the Hurricane 3000, a high-powered microwave weapon system designed to eliminate drones at greater distances than comparable U.S. military systems, capable of autonomous operation and integration with other weapons.

Jan 14 • 12:10 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Russia is turning its military into a high-tech arsenal – here’s what’s next

Russia's military-industrial complex is poised to unveil advanced weapon systems by 2026, marking significant advancements across various warfare domains.

Jan 12 • 18:49 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

"Proven technology sells itself" - Russia reports record orders for weapons

Russia claims to have achieved record numbers of orders for its weapon systems while Germany's Rheinmetall supplies five Lynx armored vehicles to Ukraine, funded by Germany, amid continued airstrikes in Eastern Ukraine.

Jan 12 • 16:04 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China’s ‘sweep and kill’ weapon, Malaysians opting for Singapore: SCMP’s 7 highlights

The article highlights seven key reports from SCMP, including China's advanced microwave weapon capable of targeting drone swarms and the trend of Malaysians preferring Singapore.

Jan 9 • 04:12 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Engineers, missile strikes and high technology: can Ukraine produce more weapons in 2026?

The article discusses Ukraine's significant investment in weapon procurement, which has reached nearly one trillion hryvnias this year, and raises questions about the country's capacity for domestic military production in the future.

Jan 4 • 15:40 UTC

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