Military
What We Know About Armenia’s Prospective Acquisition of the American-Made V-BAT MQ-35 VTOL Drone
A look at the American-made V-BAT MQ-35 VTOL drone and what Armenia’s reported interest in acquiring this unmanned aircraft could mean for its security.
Criminal proceedings opened in Yerevan over beating of contract serviceman
A criminal case has been opened in Yerevan after a contract serviceman was brutally beaten; authorities say the investigation is underway and no details.
Singapore Airshow 2026 Spotlights Advanced Aviation Amid Global Interest
The Singapore Airshow 2026 is underway, drawing over 1,000 defense and aviation businesses to showcase advanced aircraft and military technology, reflecting global and regional strategic interests.
Iran says it will not suspend uranium enrichment during US talks, Araghchi says
Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran will not suspend uranium enrichment during US talks, a stance that could shape talks over its nuclear program globally.
Armenia’s Defense Minister Visits Newly Built Unit of the N Division
Armenia’s defense minister visited a newly built facility of the N division, underscoring ongoing modernization and its impact on the armed forces’ readiness.
US Forces Down Iranian Drone Near USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier
The U.S. military says it shot down an Iranian unmanned drone that approached the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier, providing few details about the encounter.
NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv for Address at Verkhovna Rada Opening
NATO Secretary General Mark Ryuten visits Kyiv to address the Verkhovna Rada’s 15th session, signaling ongoing alliance engagement with Ukraine amid security challenges.
NATO Support in Ukraine After Peace Agreement: Direct and Multidimensional, Officials Say
In the wake of a peace agreement intended to end hostilities in Ukraine, NATO officials say the alliance’s support to Kyiv will shift toward a direct and multidimensional footing.
Armenia and India Expand Defense Cooperation with Emphasis on Education and Joint Exercises
Armenia and India held defense talks emphasizing education and joint exercises as pillars of deeper bilateral security cooperation, signaling strategic ties.
Official Visit of India’s Chief of Defence Staff to Armenia Marks Milestone in Military Cooperation
India’s Chief of Defence Staff visits Armenia, flagging a milestone in military cooperation and signaling deeper defense ties between the two nations.
Sergei Shoigu Arrives in China for Talks with Wang Yi on International Security
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu arrives in China for talks with Wang Yi on international security issues, signaling closer Moscow-Beijing diplomacy.
Canadian Soldier Dies in Latvia: Circumstances Undisclosed Amid NATO Mission
Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, a Canadian Armed Forces member, died January 29 near Riga, Latvia, during his first overseas deployment with Operation Reassurance. An investigation is underway, with authorities not disclosing the circumstances.
NATO Border Under Scrutiny Amid Fresh Belarus Balloon Incursions
Poland temporarily restricted civilian air traffic after aerial objects, likely balloons, entered its airspace from Belarus, intensifying NATO concerns over hybrid tactics.
Armenian Armed Forces Dissolve Spiritual Service by Defense Minister’s Order
Armenia’s Defense Ministry dissolves the military’s Spiritual Service, signaling a major reform that reshapes religious support within the armed forces.
Iran’s Standoff with US Intensifies Amid Unprecedented Internal Crackdown
A US carrier strike group deployment near Iranian waters fuels fears of direct confrontation, complicated by Iran’s severe internal crackdown on protests and a shift in its potential response strategy.