A Forecast International blog about the arms trade, geopolitics, defense and security, and military spending.
Rheinmetall and DOK-ING, a Croatian manufacturer of unmanned ground systems (UGS), have announced a strategic partnership to develop and market advanced UGS solutions. The partnership aims to create a joint …
Rheinmetall and DOK-ING Partner to Develop Unmanned Ground Systems Read More
Outside of dynamics on the battlefield, a key question underlying the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been how well Moscow will manage its economy and finances, which influence the Kremlin’s …
Rostec Head Chemezov Warns on Russian Economy Read More
A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments U.S. officials have confirmed that North Korea has sent around 3,000 troops to …
This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (October 25) Read More
Following the largest domestic defense exhibit focused on the U.S. Army, Future Long Range Assault Attack (FLRAA), the service’s upcoming aircraft acquisition program, is gaining momentum. Part of the Army’s …
Three Insights into FLRAA, the Army’s Next-Gen Rotorcraft Read More
Lithuania has officially confirmed its purchase of German-made Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks and Swedish CV-90 infantry fighting vehicles. This significant investment is part of a broader effort to modernize …
Lithuanian to Acquire Leopard 2A8 Tanks and CV-90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles Read More
Congress is at a crossroads over the FY25 defense budget. Although the Biden administration’s FY25 budget request adhered to Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) spending caps, House and Senate defense committees …
Competing Visions for the Pentagon’s FY25 Budget Read More
Boeing has announced plans to sell its Digital Receiver Technology (DRT) subsidiary to Thales Defense & Security, a division of Thales Group for an undisclosed amount. DRT produces surveillance equipment …
Boeing to Sell Digital Receiver Technology to Thales Read More
A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments On October 16, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy detailed his victory plan for the …
This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (October 18) Read More
The U.S. Army has decided not to pursue a new interceptor missile to replace the venerable Patriot air defense missile, according to Maj. Gen. Frank Lozano, program executive officer for …
U.S. Army Scraps Program to Replace Patriot Interceptor Read More
Boeing is under increasing pressure from both the U.S. and Israeli governments to fast-track production of its F-15EX aircraft. In August 2024 the U.S. approved the possible sale of up …
Boeing Pressured To Expedite F-15EX Production Amid Middle-East Conflict Read More