🛡️ China Reveals New Heavily Armored “Google’s Tank” Concept

📬 In Today’s Defense Brief

✈️ Rare Russian Strategic Airlifter Intercepted by U.S. F-35s Read More

🤖 ARX Robotics Unveils Gereon Combat Robot Platform Read More

🛡️ China Reveals New Heavily Armored “Google’s Tank” Concept Read More

⚔️ China’s PLA Testing Exoskeletons for Himalayan Operations Read More

✈️ Ukraine to Receive Thousands of New U.S. Standoff Missiles Read More

🎱 Plus 10 other news stories you may like

📰 Full Breakdown

✈️ Rare Russian Strategic Airlifter Intercepted by U.S. F-35s Read More

• U.S. F-35 fighters intercepted a rare Russian Il-96 strategic airlifter operating unusually close to NATO airspace.

• Officials said the aircraft’s presence raised alarms, as it is typically reserved for high-level military or political missions.

• The encounter underscores heightened East-West tensions as NATO increases aerial patrols in contested regions.

🤖 ARX Robotics Unveils Gereon Combat Robot Platform Read More

• ARX Robotics revealed its Gereon unmanned ground platform designed for combat support and logistics operations.

• The modular vehicle can carry weapons, sensors, or supplies, adapting to mission requirements across the battlefield.

• Developers said the Gereon aims to lighten soldier load while integrating into NATO autonomy initiatives.

🛡️ China Reveals New Heavily Armored “Google’s Tank” Concept Read More

• China showcased a new tank prototype nicknamed “Google’s Tank” for its use of advanced optics and AI-driven targeting.

• The vehicle features thick armor, digital systems, and enhanced crew protection aimed at competing with Western MBTs.

• Analysts say the design highlights Beijing’s ambition to blend heavy armor with next-generation technology.

⚔️ China’s PLA Testing Exoskeletons for Himalayan Operations Read More

• China’s PLA is field-testing powered exoskeletons designed for high-altitude missions in the Himalayas.

• The suits enhance soldier endurance by reducing strain during logistics and combat in extreme terrain.

• Experts warn the tech could give Chinese troops an edge in contested mountain regions along the India border.

✈️ Ukraine to Receive Thousands of New U.S. Standoff Missiles Read More

• Ukraine is set to receive thousands of U.S.-made standoff missiles, with first deliveries expected in the coming weeks.

• The weapons will allow strikes from greater distances, reducing pilot vulnerability to Russian air defenses.

• Analysts say the scale of deliveries marks one of Washington’s largest munitions commitments to Kyiv.

🌏 Other Important News

✈️ Air

• Poland selects Viper Shield EW system for F-16 fleet Read More

• BAE Systems secures Navy APKWS contract Read More

• SNC trainer jet passes carrier deck trials Read More

🛰️ Space

• Ukraine strengthens battlefield connectivity with U.S. Starlink satellites Read More

🤖 Autonomy & Robotics

• UK demonstrates advanced threat-detection vision system Read More

• Army awards three OTA agreements for UxS autonomy development Read More

🏛️ Policy & Geopolitics

• Japan requests record $60B defense budget for F-35s and coastal defenses Read More

• China’s Xi showcases military power in parade defying the West Read More

🛡️ Systems & Industry

• U.S. Army awards RTX $1.7B contract for new missile defense radar Read More

• Collaborative Combat Aircraft completes flight testing milestone Read More

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