MilitaryTech

In a dramatic escalation of regional military dynamics, China has reportedly agreed to supply Pakistan with its cutting-edge DF‑17 hypersonic missiles, equipped with the advanced DF‑ZF hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV). The deal, still in early discussions, underscores Islamabad’s intent to counter India’s layered missile-defense systems. China, which supplies more than 80 percent of Pakistan’s military imports, may deliver the missiles directly or co-develop them with Pakistan under a close strategic and intelligence-sharing partnership. Hypersonic Threat: What the DF‑17 Brings Lightning-fast and elusive: The DF‑17, fitted with a DF‑ZF HGV, can glide at speeds between Mach 5 and Mach 10 while performing evasive maneuvers, dramatically reducing the effectiveness of existing missile-defense systems. Deep-reaching range: With an estimated reach of 2,000 to 2,500 kilometers, the missile could target nearly all of India’s critical infrastructure—from command centers to nuclear facilities—in j...

NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia — A Russian Air Force Su-34 fighter-bomber crashed during a training mission after suffering a landing gear malfunction, Russian defense officials confirmed. The incident took place in the early afternoon near Veletma village, about 300 kilometers east of Moscow. As the twin-seat jet prepared to land, one of its landing gear struts failed to deploy properly. Despite repeated attempts to correct the issue, the crew could not restore full function. Following orders from ground control, the pilots guided the aircraft away from residential areas and safely ejected. Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber before it crashed on July 1 Authorities stated that the Su-34 was unarmed at the time and crashed in a sparsely populated area, with no damage or injuries reported on the ground. A rescue team quickly located and retrieved the pilots, who escaped without serious injury. Military investigators have been dispatched to examine the wreckage and determine the exact cause of the m...

China is rapidly advancing its naval power projection with the development of high-tech aircraft carrier strike groups centered on its new Type 003 Fujian carrier, equipped with cutting-edge electromagnetic catapult systems. This marks a significant leap for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), signaling its intent to rival U.S. capabilities in blue-water warfare. The Fujian aircraft carrier is equipped with an electromagnetic launch system. Electromagnetic Catapult Powers Elite Fleet On May 26, China’s state media reported that Fujian recently completed intensive tests of its electromagnetic launch system. Military channels also revealed that stealth J-35 carrier-based fighters, specifically designed for catapult launches, have begun trials, likely aboard Fujian . Previously, China’s first two carriers — Liaoning and Shandong — used ski-jump ramps for J-15 aircraft, limiting payload and sortie rates. The switch to electromagnetic launch on Fujian , paired with J-35s and upg...

 Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is now under the protection of an elite, previously undisclosed security unit amid heightened fears of assassination plots reportedly backed by Israeli intelligence. Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, speaks in a video broadcast on state television on June 26. Photo: AP According to Western sources, Khamenei has not fled nor gone underground, but has been relocated to a fortified, high-security facility under the guard of this ultra-secret team designed to counter infiltration by Mossad or other Israeli networks. The unit’s members are entirely confidential, with no public records revealing their identities or operations. Meanwhile, reports indicate Khamenei has prepared a shortlist of three senior clerics as potential successors, an extraordinary measure to preserve Iran’s leadership continuity if he were killed. The move reflects deep anxiety in Tehran about maintaining regime stability. What’s Behind the Secrecy? The Supreme Le...

Russia has been hit with a contract penalty after delaying the delivery of the final two S‑400 air-defense systems to India, blaming ongoing military pressures from its war in Ukraine. Russia was unable to fulfill its obligation to deliver the S-400 air-defense systems to India on schedule During a recent bilateral meeting, India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov agreed to reschedule the handover to 2026–2027. This marks the second extension since the original deadline of April 2023. Why the Delay? Russian officials say the delays stem from battlefield losses in Ukraine, where Moscow has diverted S‑400 units to reinforce domestic air defenses against repeated drone strikes on military sites and oil refineries. Payment Disputes Financial disagreements have made matters worse. India has refused to pay in U.S. dollars, fearing exposure to potential secondary U.S. sanctions, while also reluctant to settle in rubles due to concerns about curr...

In a dramatic display of military might, the United States deployed the 14‑ton GBU‑57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) during “Operation Night Hammer,” but analysts now say it failed to destroy Iran’s deeply buried nuclear infrastructure. Tunnel entrances at Iran’s Isfahan complex, photographed on June 24. Photo: Maxar On June 22, seven B‑2 Spirit stealth bombers dropped 14 GBU‑57 bombs — 12 aimed at the fortified uranium enrichment site at Fordow, and two at Natanz, another key nuclear facility. Despite powerful surface-level blasts and visible craters in satellite imagery, experts are skeptical about the bombs’ underground impact. “The U.S. has factual evidence that Iran’s program remains protected deep underground,” said Senator Chris Murphy after a classified briefing. He warned that “Iran likely relocated parts of its program to places where even America’s mega‑bomb cannot reach.” Satellite images captured June 24 showed significant surface-level damage at Isfahan and evidence of...

 The Untold Reason Iran and Israel Are Locked in a Deadly Rivalry — Watch Now!

Facing disappointment in its long-stalled Su‑35 deal with Russia, Iran is accelerating negotiations with China to purchase Chengdu J‑10C “Vigorous Dragon” fighter jets, military analysts report . Iran is impressed by the performance of the J-10C in the Pakistan Air Force. Su‑35 deal collapses Originally announced in September 2022, Iran’s plan to acquire Su‑35s—reportedly redirected from Egypt—has yet to result in a single delivery, leaving Tehran increasingly frustrated . Moscow’s repeated delays, possibly tied to Russian call-ups in Ukraine and strategic bargaining, have prompted Iran to reconsider its procurement strategy . Pivot to J‑10C In response, Iran is turning to China’s J‑10C, a 4.5-generation multirole fighter already combat-tested in the hands of the Pakistan Air Force. Analysts credit the jet—and more importantly, its long-range PL‑15E missiles—with downing three Indian Rafales and other aircraft during a recent India‑Pakistan confrontation . Tehran views the J‑10C as...

Severe budget cuts to the U.S. Navy have raised alarms over the health of its shipbuilding industry and the readiness of its fleet, according to recent reports. Congress has slashed the Navy’s shipbuilding budget from $37 billion to $20 billion , forcing the cancellation of two Virginia-class submarines and two Arleigh Burke-class destroyers . Senator Roger Wicker warns that this could destabilize the shipbuilding industry, disrupt the workforce, and inflate future costs. U.S. Arleigh Burke Flight III destroyer A recent Government Accountability Office audit revealed the Columbia-class submarine program is severely over budget. The first vessel, commissioned on June 4, 2022, has cost over $10 billion — more than six times the contractor’s estimate and five times what the Navy projected . This ballooning timeline, originally meant to deliver the sub by 2028, is now at risk of delay. Although the Ohio-class nuclear submarines that make up the core of the sea-based nuclear triad ar...