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The Challenger 3 programme has reached an important milestone. The contract has now been signed for Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) to deliver a new modular armour system on the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank. Designed by world leading armour experts at Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), and jointly developed with RBSL, the new modular armour provides a step change in survivability for the Main Battle Tank. With initial integration trials conducted in 2023, RBSL will now test, manufacture and integrate the new armour onto the Challenger 3 tanks. The enhanced survivability will provide enhanced protection for our soldiers against the most dangerous threats Challenger 3 will face. The investment in this critical capability will deliver for the British Army now and into the future. Challenger 3 will be a key component of the British Army’s Future Armoured Brigade Combat Teams and the UK’s contribution to NATO deterrence. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dpb6KfFk #Challenger3 #MBT #tank #RBSL #Rheinmetall #BAESystems #defence #industry #military #technology #armedforces #BritishArmy #UK

Strengthening Defense: Sweden and France Unite for Anti-Tank Capabilities Sweden and France are bolstering their defense collaboration with a focus on anti-tank capabilities. In a recent strategic agreement, signed by the CEOs of Saab and MBDA, the two nations aim to enhance their armed forces' effectiveness on the battlefield. The partnership will initially center on supplying the Akeron MP, a French anti-tank guided missile system, to both Swedish and French armed forces. This joint effort also includes plans for developing advanced variants of the missile, equipped with beyond-line-of-sight firing capabilities. This collaboration signifies a crucial step forward in strengthening European defense capabilities and ensuring readiness in high-intensity conflicts. With Saab and MBDA at the forefront, the partnership aims to deliver the best tools for safeguarding national interests and regional security. #Sweden #France #Defense #MilitaryCooperation #AntiTank #Saab #MBDA #Akeron #Security #EuropeanDefense #StrategicPartnership

The Challenger 3 programme has reached an important milestone. The contract has now been signed for Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) to deliver a new modular armour system on the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank. Designed by world leading armour experts at Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), and jointly developed with RBSL, the new modular armour provides a step change in survivability for the Main Battle Tank. With initial integration trials conducted in 2023, RBSL will now test, manufacture and integrate the new armour onto the Challenger 3 tanks. The enhanced survivability will provide enhanced protection for British soldiers against the most dangerous threats Challenger 3 will face. The investment in this critical capability will deliver for the British Army now and into the future. Challenger 3 will be a key component of the Army’s Future Armoured Brigade Combat Teams and the UK’s contribution to NATO deterrence. The investment in this critical capability will ensure that Challenger 3 is a key component of the Army’s future Armoured Brigade Combat Teams and the UK’s contribution to NATO deterrence now and into the future. #military #defense #defence #militaryleakhttps://lnkd.in/gbW2ahZr

I'm thrilled to announce the publication of my first article with the German Marshall Fund of the United States co-authored with Aina Turillazzi! As President Duda embarks in a new trip to Seoul, we explore the strategic defense evolution of Poland and its deepening partnership with South Korea. This collaboration is not just about bolstering Poland's military capabilities but also about securing NATO’s eastern flank in response to increasing geopolitical threats from the East. Poland’s decision to work closely with South Korea reflects a broader strategy of diversifying military suppliers and fostering international cooperation. By acquiring advanced South Korean military equipment, Poland strengthens its role as a critical player in European security. The partnership also highlights the intersection of European defense with Indo-Pacific security concerns, particularly related to China and North Korea. I'm proud to contribute to this important discussion at a time when global defense strategies are evolving rapidly. I invite you to read more about how this partnership is shaping not only Europe's defense landscape but also global security dynamics. #Poland #Defense #NATO #Security

𝐔.𝐒. 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 The U.S. military will deploy additional fighter jets and Navy warships to the Middle East, the Pentagon said on Friday, as Washington seeks to bolster defenses following threats from Iran and its allies Hamas and Hezbollah. The U.S. is bracing for Iran to make good on its vow to respond to the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh two days ago in Tehran – one in a series of killings of senior figures in the Palestinian militant group as the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza rages. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had approved sending additional Navy cruisers and destroyers– which can shoot down ballistic missiles– to the Middle East and Europe. It is also sending an additional squadron of fighter jets to the Middle East.  “Austin has ordered adjustments to U.S. military posture designed to improve U.S. force protection, to increase support for the defense of Israel, and to ensure the United States is prepared to respond to various contingencies,” the Pentagon said in a statement. There had been speculation that the Pentagon might not replace the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group in the Middle East once it completed its ongoing deployment. But Austin decided to rotate in the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier strike group to replace it. The Pentagon statement added it would increase readiness to deploy more land-based ballistic missile defenses. The U.S. military also intensified deployments prior to April 13, when Iran launched an attack on Israeli territory with drones and missiles. Still, the threat from Hezbollah in Lebanon could present unique challenges to any efforts by the United States to intercept drones and missiles given the group’s vast arsenal and immediate proximity to Israel. At the time, Israel successfully knocked down almost all of the roughly 300 drones and missiles with the help of the United States and other allies. 

NATO’s success hinges on allies’ ability to verify readiness, overcome capability gaps, revitalize the transatlantic defense industrial base, and integrate national defense plans with NATO defense plans. https://lnkd.in/dCDFbewc

China’s Struggle With Aero-Engine Keeps PLA On The Backfoot Despite Impressive Fleet Of Warplanes: OPED China’s defense policies underscore its commitment to self-reliance and the relentless pursuit of advanced technology, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign sources. The country’s defense industry, a critical component of its national strategy, is one of the largest and most advanced in the world. It is a testament to China’s significant investments in military.........

Today we can announce that a contract has been signed for Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) to deliver a new modular armour system on the Challenger 3 (#CR3) Main Battle Tank. Designed by world leading armour experts at Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), and jointly developed with #RBSL, the new modular armour provides a step change in survivability for the Main Battle #Tank. The enhanced survivability will provide greater protection for our soldiers against the most dangerous threats. The investment in this critical capability will deliver for the British Army now and into the future. The investment in this critical capability will ensure that #Challenger3 is a key component of the Army’s future Armoured Brigade Combat Teams and the UK’s contribution to NATO deterrence now and into the future. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYjZcHFT Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) #programmemanagement #projectmanagement

U.S. to send more warships, fighter jets to Middle East to bolster defenses - from Reuters News Agency: The U.S. military will deploy additional fighter jets and Navy warships to the Middle East, the Pentagon said on Friday, as Washington seeks to bolster defenses following threats from Iran and its allies Hamas and Hezbollah. The U.S. is bracing for Iran to make good on its vow to respond to the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh two days ago in Tehran - one in a series of killings of senior figures in the Palestinian militant group as the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza rages. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had approved sending additional Navy cruisers and destroyers-- which can shoot down ballistic missiles-- to the Middle East and Europe. It is also sending an additional squadron of fighter jets to the Middle East. "Austin has ordered adjustments to U.S. military posture designed to improve U.S. force protection, to increase support for the defense of Israel, and to ensure the United States is prepared to respond to various contingencies," the Pentagon said in a statement. There had been speculation that the Pentagon might not replace the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group in the Middle East once it completed its ongoing deployment. But Austin decided to rotate in the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier strike group to replace it. The Pentagon statement added it would increase readiness to deploy more land-based ballistic missile defenses. The U.S. military also intensified deployments prior to April 13, when Iran launched an attack on Israeli territory with drones and missiles. Still, the threat from Hezbollah in Lebanon could present unique challenges to any efforts by the United States to intercept drones and missiles given the group's vast arsenal and immediate proximity to Israel. At the time, Israel successfully knocked down almost all of the roughly 300 drones and missiles with the help of the United States and other allies. Biden, in a phone call on Thursday with Netanyahu, discussed new U.S. defensive military deployments to support Israel against threats such as missiles and drones, the White House said. Iran and Hamas have both accused Israel of carrying out the killing and have pledged to retaliate against their foe. Israel has not claimed responsibility for the death nor denied it. Haniyeh's death was one in a series of killings of senior Hamas figures as the war in Gaza between Hamas and Israel nears its 11th month and concern grows that the conflict is spreading across the Middle East. Earlier, Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh said the U.S. did not believe escalation was inevitable. https://lnkd.in/e_bHgUJF

𝐔.𝐒. 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 & 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 In response to rising threats from Iran and its allies, Hamas and Hezbollah, the Pentagon announced a significant expansion of US military presence in the Middle East, including additional warships and fighter jets. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has approved the deployment of more Navy cruisers and destroyers capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, as well as an additional fighter jet squadron to the region. The decision comes amid rising tensions following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, a key figure in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The assassination, part of a series of targeted killings of senior Hamas militants, has led to increased threats of retaliation from Iran and its allies. The Pentagon has also chosen to rotate in the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to replace the USS Theodore Roosevelt, which had previously been stationed in the area. This action demonstrates the United States’ commitment to keeping a strong military presence to support Israel and protect US forces. In addition to naval deployments, the United States is improving its land-based ballistic missile defense system. This comes as Iran’s Revolutionary Guards vowed serious revenge for the recent killings, raising concerns of more attacks. President Biden reaffirmed the United States’ support for Israel during a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on August 01, 2024. The Pentagon’s priority remains to protect Israel while attempting to de-escalate tensions and call for a cease-fire. Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh reiterated that the US wants to avoid a larger conflict and facilitate a cease-fire deal that involves hostage release.