Russian and Malian forces fighting a rebel offensive in northern Mali have received a large resupply of military vehicles, reportedly delivered by the US-sanctioned cargo ship Mikhail Britnev. The ship docked in Lomé, Togo, after leaving Russia, and the vehicles were transported to Bamako, signifying increased Kremlin support for Mali's junta.
Iran is showcasing its weaponry, including assault rifles and ballistic missiles, in public displays in Tehran. These displays serve as a show of defiance against US President Donald Trump's threats and also provide reassurance to hardliners amid economic hardship and uncertainty.
Kia Corp. to debut its Tasman command vehicle in Europe at the Black Sea Defense & Aerospace 2026 in Bucharest, alongside a cargo version of its KLTV, expanding its European defense market presence.
Russia has announced it will scale back this year's Victory Day parade on May 9 due to what the Kremlin calls a terrorist threat from Ukraine. The military parade will exclude military vehicles and cadets for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that all measures are being taken to minimise danger, while Ukraine maintains it targets only legitimate military facilities.
