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US Secretary of Defense announces accountability review into Afghanistan withdrawal
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced there will be an accountability review of the US military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.
May 21 2025
DroneShield engaged to deliver counter-drone solutions to Australian law enforcement agency
Sydney-headquartered counter-drone developer DroneShield has been selected to deliver advanced counter-drone solutions to an Australian law enforcement agency under a $1...
May 21 2025
Golden Dome frontrunner L3Harris joins Space Summit
Two of L3Harris’ most senior executives will speak at the Australian Space Summit & Exhibition next week, after the company emerged as a frontrunner to be involved...
May 21 2025
Veteran volunteers recognised by NSW premier
Veterans who have gone above and beyond to support their fellow servicemen and women have been honoured at this year’s NSW Premier’s Volunteer Reception, held on...
May 20 2025
NZDF takes delivery of VAMTAC ST5 vehicle to test communications, digital systems
The New Zealand Defence Force has taken delivery of a VAMTAC ST5 prototype vehicle to test the next generation of NZ’s communications and digital systems.
May 20 2025
Trump, Putin announce support for Ukraine–Russia peace talks after ‘candid phone call’
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have confirmed public interest in getting Ukraine–Russia peace talks back on track following a...
May 20 2025
Serious comorbidity: Chinese ‘spy tech’ in solar systems should raise Australia’s alarms
Recent revelations that Chinese-made solar inverters and other technologies were compromised by “rogue” communication devices underscore the People’s...
May 20 2025
Counter-drone contract: EOS to supply Slinger remote weapon systems into western Europe
Australian-owned defence company Electro Optic Systems has been engaged in a new $53 million order for Slinger counter-drone remote weapon systems.
May 20 2025
Thales to supply Singaporean Navy with Pathmaster mine countermeasure systems
Thales will supply Pathmaster autonomous mine countermeasures systems to the Republic of Singapore Navy after a recent announcement on 19 May.
May 20 2025
Production in 2027: Rheinmetall announces new large-calibre barrel factory in UK
German defence manufacturer Rheinmetall has confirmed a new large-calibre barrel production facility will be based at Telford in the United Kingdom.
May 20 2025
Finland to supply Ukraine with heavy ammunition using frozen Russian assets
Finland has announced it will supply Ukraine with defence equipment using proceeds from frozen Russian assets.
May 20 2025
Finalists announced for Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025
Defence Connect is pleased to announce that over 200 finalists have been selected for the prestigious Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025.
May 19 2025
Rivet Industries announces Hard Spec smart glasses in emerging tech pitch
American defence company Rivet Industries has announced a series of Hard Spec smart glasses for military personnel, adding to an increasing global interest in the emerging...
May 19 2025
‘Complex interdependence’ as the central pillar of Australia’s grand strategy
Australia’s security and economic ties have been shaped by global interactions, with conflict and geopolitical rivalry often redefining its role in the world. Today,...
May 19 2025
Albanese steps up Indonesia charm offensive after Russian bomber fiasco
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led a new charm offensive to Indonesia at the first overseas bilateral opportunity in the government’s second term.
May 19 2025
HENSOLDT engaged to improve drone defence for the German Armed Forces
German defence company HENSOLDT has been engaged to improve the drone defence capabilities of the German Armed Forces.
May 19 2025
Raytheon engaged in US Navy production contract for next-gen jammer systems
American defence prime Raytheon has been engaged in a US$580 million production contract for next-generation jammer mid-band systems.
May 19 2025
Tank and cavalry crews shoot it out during Coral-Balmoral Cup
The nation’s best tank and cavalry crews have competed in the Royal Australian Armoured Corp’s Coral-Balmoral Cup between the Australian Army and the United...
May 19 2025
Australia announces through-life support for P-8A Poseidon fleet
The federal government has raised the long-term operational readiness of the Royal Australian Air Force P‑8A Poseidon fleet through a $291 million investment for...
May 16 2025
Mission Talon Strike announced to develop ADF precision loitering munitions
The federal government has announced it will invest in the development of precision loitering munitions capabilities for the Australian Defence Force with the launch of...
May 16 2025