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August 6, 2025
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Virtual Warfare: Russia Builds World’s First Simulator for Anti-Drone Rifle Training

A team from Russia’s Southern Federal University has unveiled a virtual reality simulator that trains users in anti-drone combat and detection systems. Built on Epic Games’ Unreal Engine, the...

July 23, 2025
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Australia Boosts Defense Training Engagement With Philippine Forces

Australia has strengthened its defense cooperation with the Philippines, launching over 20 joint training exercises and exchange programs under the 2025 Joint Australian Training Team–Philippines initiative—more than twice the...

July 18, 2025
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Cubic Selected by UK to Deliver Advanced Weapons Effects Training System

Cubic Defence UK has been awarded a two-year contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to supply the Instrumented Live Training Area Weapons Effects System (ILT-A). The ILT-A platform...

July 14, 2025
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Panama Canal Hosts U.S. Armed Forces for Joint Military Drills

In response to growing tensions over alleged Chinese activity near the Panama Canal, the U.S. military partnered with Panamanian police for a new set of defense exercises focused on...

April 24, 2025
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US Army Taps CAE for Enhanced Helicopter Training Program

Under a newly awarded $180-million deal, CAE Defense & Security will provide extensive aviation training services for US Army helicopter operations. The program includes pilot and crew instruction for...

April 21, 2025
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Allied Training Begins as US and Philippines Face Common Security Challenges

Philippine and US forces commenced the largest iteration of the “Balikatan” joint exercises, engaging in a high-intensity, full-battle simulation. Spanning three weeks, the drills will involve around 17,000 personnel...

April 16, 2025
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U.S. and ROK Naval Forces Conduct Successful Mine Warfare Exercise

The U.S. Navy and ROK Navy concluded this year’s Korean Spring Exercise, a recurring joint drill aimed at improving mine countermeasures. Conducted off the southeastern coast of South Korea,...

April 10, 2025
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Europe’s First CH-47F Chinook Training Simulator Developed by Spain

Spanish defense firm Indra has developed the first CH-47F Chinook full-mission simulator built in Europe. Installed at the Helicopter Simulation Center in Colmenar Viejo, the system provides comprehensive training...