🇵🇪🇺🇸 BREAKING: Lockheed Martin Unveils $1.8 Billion Peru Defense... Package Lockheed Martin has announced an additional $1.8 billion industrial and social cooperation package linked to Peru’s F-16 Block 70 program. The deal could see UAV assembly established in Peru for the Latin American market, alongside plans for joint production of several defense systems. The package comes on top of Peru’s $3.42 billion contract for 12 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets, signed in April. A major step toward expanding Peru’s defense industrial capabilities.show more

❗️🇺🇦Zelenskyy held a meeting with representatives of the 🇺🇸American... defense company Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of F-16 fighter jets. The main topic of the meeting was Ukraine's need for air defense systems, missiles for them, and F-16 aircraft. The parties also discussed prospects and opportunities for increasing Ukraine's defense.show more

🇵🇪🇺🇸 BREAKING: Peru’s New F-16s Are Getting “Digital Armor”... Peru has selected L3Harris Technologies’ Viper Shield™ electronic warfare system for its new F-16 Block 70 fleet. The upgrade will give Peru’s fighters an advanced electronic warfare layer designed to detect, identify and counter threats while strengthening both offensive and defensive operations. This isn’t just another F-16 upgrade, it’s turning the electromagnetic spectrum into a battlefield.show more

‼️🇩🇪 News: Germany is planning to purchase an additional... 15 F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin for around €2.5 billion, adding to the 35 aircraft it has already ordered. See the latest updates with us:The threat of missiles and dronesshow more

⚡🇪🇺🇭🇷 EUROPE ARMS RACE INTENSIFIES: CROATIA SECURES €1.7 BILLION... DEFENSE OVERHAUL Croatia has locked in a €1.7 billion defense deal under the EU’s SAFE instrument, marking one of the country’s most significant military modernization steps in decades. Signed in Zagreb with EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, the agreement will fund Croatia’s shift away from Soviet era systems toward full NATO standard capabilities through joint European procurement. The package includes German Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks, French CAESAR artillery systems, Czech heavy logistics vehicles, and major upgrades to air and missile defense, reshaping Croatia’s military into a modern Western force. Europe’s defense build up is accelerating fast. Source: EU SAFE program / European Commissionshow more

🇦🇷✈️ Argentina is set to receive its first F‑16... fighter jets in just 12 days, part of a 24‑jet deal signed with Denmark for the Air Force. The package includes simulators, engines, and spare parts for five years, marking the country’s return to supersonic capabilities and a major boost to its air power. Sources: La Naciónshow more

Taiwan anticipates receiving all 66 F-16V fighter jets by... the end of 2026, overcoming previous technical challenges. Taiwan has finalized an NT$11.25 billion (US$345 million) contract with the United States for infrared search and track (IRST) systems, intended for integration into its fleet of F-16V fighter jets. These advanced IRST systems, part of a broader arms sale package announced in August 2023, are tailored specifically for the F-16V, enhancing its capabilities in target acquisition, tracking and air combat performance. The contract includes provisions for compensation in case of delivery delays not attributable to force majeure, emphasizing Taiwan's proactive stance in safeguarding its defence interests amid evolving geopolitical dynamics. #Taiwan #F16V #US #IRSTshow more

🇺🇦🇩🇪 Hundreds of Patriot missiles, deep and medium-strike drones... — created a new large-scale cooperation package with Germany for €4 billion, — Defense Minister Fedorov. Germany will finance a contract for several hundred Patriot missiles. The supply of 36 IRIS-T launchers is also planned, which will strengthen the multi-level air defense system. Agreed on €300 million in investments in long-range missiles, which will allow increasing the production of Ukrainian weapons. We are launching joint production of medium-strike drones using AI. At the first stage — 5,000 drones for the Defense Forces.show more

❗️🇪🇸🇺🇦 Spain has announced a new €1 billion aid... package for Ukraine. ▪️ Part of this assistance, funded under the EU’s SAFE instrument, will be directed toward joint production within Ukraine’s defense industry. 🔺 With this latest package, Spain’s total support to Kyiv since the start of the full-scale war reaches €4 billion. 🔺 Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized that Spain will continue to support Ukraine for as long as necessary to achieve a just and lasting peace. See the latest updates with us: NSTRIKEshow more

❗️❗️🇺🇸🇹🇷 Türkiye–U.S. defense normalization is approaching a critical threshold... centered on the F-35 program. Turkey’s Ministry of National Defense stated that defense-industry cooperation with the United States could regain momentum if CAATSA sanctions are lifted, confirming that discussions on the procurement of F-35 fighter jets are ongoing. The remarks point to a potential reset in bilateral defense relations between Turkey and Washington, with the F-35 once again emerging as a central benchmark for strategic and military cooperation. See the latest updates with us: NSTRIKEshow more

‼️🇺🇸 Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon's F-35 Fighter Program... Office finalized a multibillion-dollar contract for the production and delivery of up to 296 new F-35 fighters as part of the 18th and 19th batches. Deliveries of the aircraft, which are set to begin in 2026, will strengthen the US air power and provide important support to allies and partners in the sales program. A key achievement is that the average price increase per aircraft in these batches was kept below the inflation rate in the US, which is an important point amid rising defense procurement costs. According to the company itself, the new aircraft will have a hardware configuration fully ready or easily upgradeable to the new Block 4 standard, which includes more than 80 improvements in sensors, radars, and electronic warfare systems. Finalizing this contract ensures production line stability and guarantees that the F-35 program, which already includes more than 1,230 aircraft in 12 countries, will maintain its role as the most numerous fifth-generation fighter. See the latest updates with us: NSTRIKEshow more

‼️🇺🇸🇩🇰 The cost of the F-35 tactical fighter acquisition... program for Denmark has risen by 25% According to a report by the Danish Audit Office, the total cost of the F-35 tactical fighter acquisition program for the country's national air force will exceed the initial estimates of the Ministry of Defense by almost 1.91 billion euros. The auditors estimated that the program to acquire 27 F-35 fighters would cost the country about 9.5 billion euros over 30 years. This amount includes not only the purchase of the aircraft themselves, but also their further maintenance, pilot training, and operational costs. At the same time, the Danish Defense Department previously announced a sum of 7.64 billion euros. Financial inspectors called this situation "alarming" and criticized the Ministry of Defense for providing incomplete data to Parliament when approving the project. According to the auditors, the department used overly optimistic forecasts to calculate long-term costs and was unable to adequately assess the real financial needs. At present, Denmark has already received 23 of the 27 ordered F-35 fighters, which were supposed to replace the outdated fleet of F-16 aircraft. The delivery of the last four F-35s for the Danish Air Force is expected by the beginning of 2027. Video is generated by Grok AIshow more

NATO Summit in Ankara: Zelensky Arrives in Turkey, Meeting... with Trump Scheduled for Tomorrow The summit is one of the most important for Ukraine this year. Key topics include air defense production licenses, €70 billion in defense aid, joint weapons manufacturing, and recognizing Ukraine’s role in European security. Zelensky and Trump are scheduled to meet to discuss ending the war. Trump may also address restoring Turkey’s F-35 program with Erdoğan. Ankara was excluded from the program in 2019 after purchasing Russian S-400 air defense systems. The deal is still blocked by U.S. Congress law, but sources told NYT that transferring the S-400 complexes to a third party is being considered. Ukraine was previously discussed as one such option.show more

⭕🇯🇵🇦🇺 Japan Australia sign landmark frigate deal in major... Indo Pacific defense shift Japan and Australia have signed a multi billion dollar agreement to begin delivery of the Mogami class frigate, marking Tokyo’s largest ever defense export and a significant step in bilateral military cooperation. Initial contracts cover three advanced stealth frigates, with a long-term plan for up to eleven vessels, including future construction in Australia as part of a phased procurement program. Designed for high end maritime operations, the Mogami class brings anti submarine, anti ship, and multi role capabilities, strengthening naval power projection in the Indo-Pacific. Source: Reuters / Japan Ministry of Defense / Australian Department of Defenceshow more

The visit to Denmark begins with an important step... for our defense. An agreement has been reached on Ukrainian-American cooperation in drone production, including interceptor drones — a crystal clear priority. We have signed an agreement with the robust American company Swift Beat, and it foresees hundreds of thousands of drones this year alone, with the potential to significantly scale up production in the coming year. Interceptors to destroy enemy drones and missiles, quadcopters for reconnaissance and fire adjustment, and long-range strike drones — all of these will be produced in much greater numbers to help us achieve our defense goals and protect the lives of Ukrainians. Today, we will continue our work in Denmark, and on new agreements of this kind — focused on joint production, joint development, and joint defense. I thank everyone who is helping!show more

🇺🇸🇯🇵 The United States and Japan have deployed F-35... fighter jets to Misawa Air Base, strengthening deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region. On April 24, at Misawa Air Base (Aomori Prefecture, Japan), the U.S. Air Force’s 35th Fighter Wing completed its transition from F-16 aircraft to F-35A jets, increasing its fleet from 36 to 48 units and significantly enhancing its combat capabilities. 🔵 Prior to the deployment, the 35th Munitions Squadron (225 personnel) was activated, and specialized maintenance equipment was delivered, indicating a long-term commitment to sustaining the infrastructure. The modernization is part of a $10 billion Pentagon program announced in 2024, aimed at upgrading U.S. tactical aviation in Japan. Meanwhile, Japan plans to acquire 147 F-35 aircraft, forming the largest fleet of these jets outside the United States. Video is made by Grok AIshow more

I had a good and productive meeting with Spain’s... Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Our discussion focused on joint efforts to achieve real peace, security guarantees, defense needs, and cooperation with Spanish companies in the reconstruction of Ukraine. I thank the people of Spain and the government for providing a new military aid package—1 billion euros this year—which includes exactly what we need to strengthen the front line: armored vehicles, missiles, and shells. We are also preparing to open the “Unity Center” to support Ukrainians in Spain, and we are working on signing the relevant agreement. Thank you for this important step in supporting our people. 🇺🇦🇪🇸 #SupportUkraineshow more

🚨 AMERICA JUST BUILT THE WORLD’S MOST POWERFUL METAL... 3D PRINTER AND IT’S ABOUT TO MASS-PRODUCE ROCKETS AND MISSILES. Divergent Technologies has unveiled the Monolith One, a giant industrial metal printer standing over 8 meters tall and armed with 12 high-powered lasers delivering a combined 24 kilowatts of energy. Unlike typical 3D printers used for prototypes, this machine is built for serious, high-volume production. It can print large, complex aerospace and defense parts in aluminum, titanium, steel, and nickel alloys and it roughly doubles the output of current systems. Why this matters: • Divergent plans to install 64 more of these machines in a massive new 430,000 sq ft factory in Long Beach, California • Once running, the facility aims to produce tens of thousands of munition airframes per year plus hundreds of thousands of critical metal components • It slashes manufacturing time from months down to weeks or even days • The company already supplies major players like Lockheed Martin and RTX The deeper implication: This isn’t just another 3D printer. It represents a shift toward software-defined, on-demand manufacturing at industrial scale for mission-critical hardware. As defense and aerospace demand skyrockets, traditional supply chains are too slow. Systems like Monolith One could become a cornerstone of faster, more resilient domestic production especially for complex structures that are difficult or impossible to make conventionally. We’re watching the industrialization of additive manufacturing in real time. How do you think large-scale 3D printing will change aerospace and defense manufacturing over the next decade? Follow for more frontier manufacturing and defense technology.show more

🇸🇪🇺🇦✈️ Sweden has announced a significant new military aid... package for Ukraine, which includes the donation of several Jas 39 C/D Gripen fighter jets. At the same time, negotiations are set to begin on the future sale of more advanced Jas 39E model aircraft to Ukraine. The purchase of these additional jets will be financed through an EU loan. This decision marks an important step in strengthening Ukraine’s air force capabilities. The combination of free donations and long-term acquisitions financed by the EU demonstrates Sweden’s strong commitment to supporting Ukraine both immediately and in the long term. Video is generated by grok AIshow more