During the 'Combined Resolve' maneuvers in Germany, Ukrainian drone operators successfully detected US troops and armored vehicles, demonstrating their effectiveness in simulated battlefield conditions, according to the Wall Street Journal.

A Turkish-Hungarian company, Gidrán Páncélozott Járművek Kft., formed in late 2023 for the domestic production of Gidrán armored vehicles, reportedly has no revenue or employees and has not commenced production.

Russia has transported military vehicles to Mali using the Mikhail Britnev, a cargo vessel that is currently under international sanctions.

Production of new CV90 combat vehicles for the Czech army has commenced in Šenov, with the first hulls arriving from Sweden, allowing for complete assembly to begin on this key military contract.

In the Dobropillia sector, pilots from the Phoenix Unit of the Pomsta Border Guard Brigade, alongside neighboring units, successfully halted a Russian assault that involved dozens of armored vehicles.

The Bulgarian Parliament has approved an update to the contract for Stryker armored vehicles, which includes a price increase, with only deputies from 'Vazrazhdane' voting against it.

Canada has announced a new aid package for Ukraine, allocating more than $365 million for ammunition and providing 35 new armored vehicles to support the country's defense efforts, following a meeting between the Canadian Prime Minister and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Estonia has facilitated the procurement of over 100 tactical armored vehicles for Moldova through a European Union-funded deal worth €50 million, bolstering Moldova's defense capabilities.

Ukraine declined an Irish donation of armored vehicles, citing the technology as too 'old.' Minister for Defence Helen McEntee denied that this constituted an embarrassing rejection.

Ukrainian soldiers in Zaporizhzhia are enduring unbearable temperatures inside armored vehicles without air conditioning as they attempt to halt Russian advances.

Czech Minister Jaromír Zůna intervened in a planned defense deal, preventing tests of Finnish armored vehicles, just days after meeting with Finnish President Alexander Stubb to discuss army modernization. The supplier remains silent, while the defense ministry is vague about the reasons.

Ukrainian medical evacuation units are set to receive additional armored vehicles and modern electronic warfare systems, as announced by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi, to enhance their capabilities.

At the Eurosatory defense exhibition near Paris, French defense manufacturers are showcasing their latest innovations, including demining vehicles, kamikaze drones, and remote-controlled armored vehicles, as they confront the challenge of battlefield robotization.

Indonesia is exploring the acquisition of advanced policing technology from China, including drones and tactical armored vehicles, as showcased at a Beijing trade show.

The draft budget for Bosnia and Herzegovina's institutions and international obligations for 2026 includes a 43 million KM increase for the Ministry of Defense, aiming to acquire helicopters, armored vehicles, and drones, though this increase may not fully meet long-term needs.

BIRN reports that two armored Mercedes vehicles, owned by a Belgrade firm connected to Radoičić and Veselinović, were seized as part of the investigation into the Banjska attack in northern Kosovo.

The state-owned Military Repair Plant (VOP CZ) in Šenov u Nového Jičína has signed an agreement with Thales, potentially allowing it to manufacture Bushmaster armored vehicles in the Czech Republic if the multinational company secures a European contract.

Diplomatic tensions between Budapest and Kyiv escalated in March when Hungary confiscated armored vehicles transporting money from Vienna to Ukraine. The millions of euros, dollars, and gold bars seized are still causing ripples in Austria.

A new volume published by Motorbuch Verlag documents the armored vehicles of the Austrian armed forces, filling a historical gap.

Ghana's government plans to procure 40 additional armored vehicles to enhance the tactical mobility and protection of the Ghana Police Service during high-risk operations.

Latvia announces that it will reinforce the Ukrainian army with additional armored reconnaissance vehicles.

A Ukrainian robot maker suggests that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine demonstrates how affordable, scalable ground robots could be more crucial than armored vehicles in prolonged warfare, by taking over roles and keeping humans safer.

Spain has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine, which includes 100 VAMTAC armored tactical vehicles and a shipment of 155-millimeter artillery ammunition.

Spain's Minister of Defense, Margarita Robles, announced from Kyiv that Spain will send armored vehicles and ammunition to Ukraine, adding that 9,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been trained in Spain…

Ukrainian officials reported that Russia has targeted civilian areas with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles, killing at least 16 people and wounding over 100. Emergency services in Ukraine are now requesting armored vehicles as Russia increasingly targets rescue workers.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Police Administration of the Zenica-Doboj Canton (MUP ZDK) presented its new equipment, including combat armored vehicles, service vehicles, personal weapons, and new uniforms, at the Special Police Unit in Zenica.

The Inspector-General of Police has dispatched two armored vehicles and additional personnel to Nkwanta in Ghana's Oti region in response to renewed violence.

Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a large-scale Russian offensive near Lyman on March 19, inflicting heavy losses on the attacking forces, which included hundreds of infantry, armored vehicles, and motorcycles.

Soldiers of Ukraine's 14th Mechanized Brigade successfully repelled a Russian assault in the Kupiansk sector, destroying armored vehicles, quad bikes, and enemy personnel. The defense highlights ongoing intense fighting in the region.

As the Middle East conflict enters its third week, an aid convoy of trucks and armored vehicles has reached isolated Christian villages in Lebanon, which are facing a severe humanitarian crisis with rising casualties.

Armored cash transport vehicles belonging to Ukraine's Oschadbank, previously detained in Hungary, have been returned to Ukrainian diplomats, but the money and gold they contained remain in Hungary.

Pakistan's ongoing 'Ghazab Lil Haq' operation has reportedly killed over 600 Afghan Taliban fighters and destroyed a significant number of tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery guns.

The Romanian Competition Council is analyzing the proposed acquisition of Automecanica SA by the Turkish company Otokar, a transaction linked to the procurement of Cobra II armored vehicles.

Relations between Hungary and Ukraine escalated after Budapest seized two Ukrainian armored vehicles carrying millions of euros and gold bars, with seven Ukrainian citizens accompanying the vehicles also detained.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will strengthen its cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces, providing them with armored transport vehicles, as well as operational and logistical support.

Military experts report that Russian forces are seeking to increase the tempo of their operations in Ukraine, intensifying the use of armored vehicles along the contact line despite a slightly lower number of daily attacks.

Romania's Ministry of National Defense (MApN) and NATO have responded to reports by Digi24.ro detailing the involvement of businessmen with Russian ties in the contract for Cobra II light armored vehicles.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have commenced military exercises along the southern coasts and islands of the Gulf, involving missiles, artillery, drones, special forces, and armored vehicles.

In the Chasiv Yar area of the Donetsk region, the Russian army is deploying tanks and armored vehicles this week, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine are detecting and eliminating the enemy as they approach.

Italy's Parliament has approved the free transfer of six obsolete Carabinieri armored vehicles, valued at over 170,000 euros, to the Somali police force.

Russia has reportedly almost entirely ceased using mechanized military equipment in its attacks, with troops increasingly avoiding armored vehicles during offensives, prompting questions about the reasons behind this new tactic.

A large convoy of armored vehicles, reportedly delivered by a Russian ship under sanctions, was filmed arriving in Mali's capital, Bamako, and broadcast by Malian state television on July 25.

The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has codified and approved the Inguar-4 armored recovery vehicle for use by the Ukrainian Defense Forces, designed for rapid evacuation of various armored vehicles.

A Finnish Pasi armored vehicle has been put on display in a new war museum in North Korea. Finnish Pasi armored vehicles have previously been exhibited at war trophy displays in Russia at least twice.

The Slovenian Ministry of Defense is reviewing all available options to expedite the purchase of 8x8 armored vehicles, which are essential for fulfilling NATO capability goals.

Armored military vehicles from Ostrobothnia, Finland, are generating international interest from both states and companies. Scata is set to release an entirely new model in the autumn, though no orders have been placed yet.

North Macedonia's Defense Minister announced the final phase of military equipment delivery from the US, including the arrival of all Stryker light armored vehicles, completing a 339 million euro agreement.

The United States government is donating 46 combat vehicles to Czech paratroopers in Chrudim as a gesture of gratitude for Czech assistance to Ukraine. This comes as Ukraine reportedly refused an Irish offer of armored combat vehicles.

Finnish defense company Patria and Lithuanian firm KOVO Armor are set to begin negotiations for technology transfer and local production of Patria 6x6 armored vehicles in Lithuania.

A podcast investigates the readiness of the German Bundeswehr, which aims to be defense-capable by the end of the decade. Insiders warn of a massive backlog in repairs for armored vehicles, raising concerns about its operational status.

Patria has placed a substantial order for hundreds of armored vehicles with Valmet Automotive in Uusikaupunki, Finland, which will lead to the recall of furloughed auto plant workers for training.

European missile manufacturer MBDA and Ukrainian defense company 'Ukrainian Armored Vehicles' have signed a memorandum of understanding and begun negotiations on a strategic partnership to develop capabilities in deep strike and counter-drone technologies.

A Kyiv publication claims that Bulgaria has provided T-72 tanks to Ukraine, along with anti-aircraft guns, machine guns, and armored vehicles, facilitated by the Czech Republic and the United Kingdom.

Lithuania is preparing to purchase nearly a thousand new armored vehicles from Finland for approximately 1.5 billion euros, following a decision by the State Defense Council.

Czech Defense Minister Jaromír Zůna is preparing for his first major acquisition, with the ministry set to open bids for 200 armored vehicles worth over 25 billion crowns in the coming weeks.

An opinion piece argues that the mere accumulation of missiles, drones, and armored vehicles does not guarantee peace and is a dangerous illusion if the cost to daily life is ignored.

The Greek Government Council of National Security (KYSEA) met to discuss defense programs, Greek-Turkish relations, Middle East issues, and regional developments. Key topics included Skaramangas, Bergamini, additional armored vehicles for Lebanon, and the return of Patriot missiles from Bulgaria and Karpathos.

Ukraine reported that Russia lost almost 900 soldiers, along with artillery systems, armored vehicles, and drones, in one day, asserting that Moscow is paying a high price for limited territorial gains.

Security cooperation between Madagascar and Russia has intensified since the October 2025 coup, involving deliveries of drones and armored vehicles, as well as training sessions led by Russian Africa Corps instructors, expanding Russia's influence.

Romania is set to award German company Rheinmetall a nearly €2.6 billion contract to produce 232 KF-41 Lynx tracked armored fighting vehicles in Mediaș, though the full production will not be entirely carried out in Romania.

A new "Museum of Foreign Military Operations" in Pyongyang has opened, triumphantly displaying Western military equipment, including Abrams, Leopard tanks, and AMX-10RC and VAB armored vehicles, reportedly captured during the war in Ukraine.

Australia has announced a new deal for armored vehicles, further adding to its ongoing weapons buildup. This acquisition aims to enhance the nation's defense capabilities.

Spain plans to send 100 armored jeeps and ammunition for border defense to Ukraine, as announced by Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles during a visit to Ukraine.

Belgium announced it will acquire and refurbish 15 anti-aircraft defense armored vehicles before delivering them to Ukraine as part of its military aid.

Leaked documents obtained by Telex reveal details of Hungary's planned 200-person military mission to Chad, which was prepared by the Ministry of Defense last November but has since been put on hold. The plans included armored vehicles, helicopters, and a 14 billion forint camp.

The Army of North Macedonia has received the first 17 "Stryker" light armored vehicles from the United States, part of a planned delivery of 42 vehicles.

Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a major Russian assault near Lyman on Thursday, claiming the Russians lost over 500 infantry, 28 armored vehicles, and more than 100 motorcycles and buggies in a four-hour attack across seven directions.

Canadian Defense Minister David McGuinty visited the Roshel factory, which supplies the Ukrainian Armed Forces with Senator armored vehicles in various configurations, and familiarized himself with the production process.

According to preliminary information, Russian troops are preparing personnel and armored vehicles for a possible offensive in the Sloviansk direction.

Pakistan's Information Minister stated that 663 Afghan Taliban militants were killed and 249 checkposts destroyed during 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq,' with 224 tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery guns also eliminated.

In one of its largest defense investments ever, an unnamed country is preparing to place a massive order for armored vehicles and artillery systems, exceeding 1 billion euros, amidst a volatile international environment.

France has tripled its humanitarian support to Lebanon and will provide 'several dozen' armored vehicles, as 760,000 people have been displaced since the start of Hezbollah's retaliatory strikes.

In a training ground near the Belarusian border, Lithuanian Riflemen's Union members, including a bartender, programmer, and salesman, are training in armored vehicles, preparing to defend Europe from Russia.

As part of a modernization effort, Romania's Ministry of National Defense has placed a massive order for 1,059 new armored vehicles from the Turkish company Otokar, valued at 804 million euros.

The Romanian Ministry of National Defense announced that COBRA II armored vehicles will be moving on public roads over the next two weeks as part of planned logistical activities.

Turkish defense company Nurol Makina has signed a deal to co-produce 800 armored vehicles in Hungary, shifting from a direct supplier to a local European partner.

Ukrainian forces on the eastern front highly value Latvian-made Patria armored personnel carriers for their maneuverability and amphibious capabilities, highlighting the increased focus on defense production and modern drones.

Dozens of trucks, some carrying armored vehicles, were seen leaving the Kasrok base in Syria's Hasakah province, marking a withdrawal of American forces.

Anti-drone netting covering tanks at an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, Russia. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Ukraine carried out a long-range drone attack against a Russian oil depot on Wednesday night. A Ukrainian security source said anti-drone netting at the facility failed to stop the attack. Anti-drone netting has emerged as a common makeshift defense tactic on and off the battlefield. Ukrainian drones struck a Russian oil depot overnight, breaking through the netting that had been installed earlier to protect the site from such attacks, a security official told Business Insider on Thursday. Long-range Ukrainian drones struck an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, a city in western Russia's Pskov region, a source in the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said. They were only authorized to speak on the condition of anonymity to discuss military operations. The source said protective anti-drone nets had been stretched above fuel tanks at the oil depot. The facility belongs to the company Pskovnefteproduct and is located nearly 500 kilometers (310 miles) from the Ukrainian border. The nets were unable to prevent the strike from doing damage, the source added. Satellite imagery captured in December by US spatial intelligence firm Vantor and analyzed by Business Insider, shows what appears to be anti-drone netting covering roughly 15 tanks at the depot in Velikiye Luki. Anti-drone netting is seen in this December 14, 2025, image of storage tanks at Velikiye Luki. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Anti-drone netting covering tanks at an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, Russia. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Several explosions and a large fire were reported at the oil facility, the source said, citing local channels on the Telegram messaging app. Video footage shared on social media shows a massive blaze burning through a structure resembling anti-drone netting. This kind of netting has been spotted at other oil facilities in Russia in recent months. The tactic underscores how the country is turning to crude-looking, improvised defenses to protect energy infrastructure from ongoing Ukrainian attacks. "Vietnam, run!" - overnight, drones from the Special Operations Center "Alpha" of the Security Service of Ukraine successfully struck the Velikolukskaya oil depot. A large fire broke out at the site. Anti-drone nets had been stretched over the fuel storage tanks, but they did not… pic.twitter.com/bLBxuHNxtm — WarTranslated (@wartranslated) February 19, 2026 Concerns over the high drone saturation have led to similar measures on the battlefield. Anti-drone netting is common near the front lines. Ukrainian soldiers are using this material to cover critical logistics routes. And both militaries have added cage-like fencing to their armored vehicles to protect against drones. Additionally, Russia has also installed makeshift defenses, such as large, floating barriers, to protect its ports from the Ukrainian naval drones that have wreaked havoc on its Black Sea Fleet. The Ukrainian attack on Wednesday night marked Kyiv's latest deep-strike drone operation against the vast Russian energy sector, a major source of revenue that fuels Moscow's ongoing war efforts. "The SBU continues to work methodically on facilities that provide the Russian army with fuel," the security source said in a translated statement. "The destruction of oil depots directly affects the enemy's ability to conduct combat operations, advance and transfer reserves. Such operations are an element of the systematic weakening of the military potential of the Russian Federation," they added. Anti-drone netting has become increasingly common near the front lines in Ukraine. Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform/NurPhoto via Getty Images Neither Russia's defense ministry nor its US embassy responded to a request for comment on the attack. Moscow said its air defenses shot down roughly 300 Ukrainian drones over the past 24 hours. Since last August, Ukraine has been intensifying its long-range drone attacks on Russia's energy sector, targeting oil refineries, terminals, tankers, and platforms at sea. Kyiv has described the deep-strike campaign as its way of imposing "long-range sanctions" on Moscow. Many of these attacks — at least four in the past week, including the most recent strike — have been carried out by the SBU's Alpha group, an elite unit considered to be among the best of Ukraine's special forces. Its personnel have also been involved in ground operations. Meanwhile, Russia has significantly stepped up its missile and drone strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure this winter compared to previous years of the war. Since October, Ukrainian energy facilities have been the main target of Russian barrages, Britain's defense ministry said on Thursday. Russia has launched more than 20,000 drones, and its aircraft have fired over 300 missiles, "in attempts to systematically destroy Ukraine's electrical grid and heat generation capacity," the ministry said in an intelligence update. Read the original article on Business Insider

Greece is reportedly seeking to acquire Stryker armored vehicles from US reserves, indicating a move to bolster its military capabilities.

The Czech Ministry of Defense's historic acquisition of 246 Swedish armored vehicles, valued at 60 billion CZK, is now entering production despite previous delays, marking the largest purchase for the Czech ground forces.

Romania's Ministry of National Defence has received the first COBRA II armored vehicles produced within the country, marking a significant step for the Romanian Army's endowment and industrial development.

Otokar has commenced the delivery of Cobra II armored vehicles that were built in Romania.

Canada has reportedly awarded General Dynamics a $1.4 billion contract for armored vehicles, with Carney involved in the deal.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is at the center of a prosecutorial investigation concerning the 'Golden Convoy' case, one of the most serious cases currently under review in Hungary, involving armored vehicles transporting cash and investment gold.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is planning a massive NIS 130 billion buildup, which includes acquiring more fighter jets, refueling aircraft, attack helicopters, naval vessels, armored vehicles, advanced weapons production, and a space project.

Police entered a bar and detained several protesters, while extreme security measures, including armored vehicles and water cannons, were deployed near the Parliament in anticipation of a protest.

Tunisia has received 48 armored vehicles from the United States, as reported by the Africa Defense Forum.

Taiwan's military has completed five days of combat readiness exercises, which included the mobilization of troops and armored vehicles to strategic defense zones across the island.

Moldova's National Army has received the first five PIRANHA-5 armored personnel carriers from Germany, marking a significant step in their cooperation.

The defense industry is booming, and Valmet Automotive in Uusikaupunki, Finland, is now benefiting from it by manufacturing armored vehicles after traditional car production became unprofitable.

Lithuanian air defense personnel are undergoing training to operate new NASAMS missile batteries, following the country's decision to purchase nearly a thousand Finnish Patria armored vehicles.

Three Romanian 'Piranha-5' armored personnel carriers collided in a convoy late on May 28, resulting in injuries to 11 soldiers who were subsequently hospitalized.

Lithuania and NATO conducted a week of drone tests to evaluate air defense system performance. Separately, Latvia successfully equipped its military with Finnish-designed, domestically produced Patria armored vehicles.

The Demining Capability Coalition has provided 20 Roshel Senator mine-protected armored vehicles to units of Ukraine's State Special Transport Service.

Taiwan plans to equip its Clouded Leopard armored vehicles with upgraded cannons, enhancing their combat capabilities.

The Croatian National Bank (HNB) has put up for sale a garage space and a storage unit located in central Zagreb, previously used for armored vehicles. The public tender has revealed the bank's asking price for the property.

Finnish defense company Patria has experienced significant growth, largely attributed to its production and sales of armored vehicles.

Australia has announced a new deal for armored vehicles, further contributing to its ongoing weapons buildup and strengthening its defense capabilities.

Spain has announced its intention to send ammunition and 100 armored vehicles to Ukraine as part of its ongoing military assistance.

China is reportedly developing a new model for riot control that utilizes autonomous armored vehicles, robot dogs, and drones to manage demonstrations.

Dozens of military vehicles from Russia were delivered to Mali through the port of Conakry, Guinea, in late March. The equipment was transported by a Russian cargo ship currently under international sanctions.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized the Nigerian Federal Government for deploying armored vehicles to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters, questioning the government's security priorities.

Belgorod Region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov announced the use of armored vehicles for food deliveries in drone-struck border areas, describing the effort as a "military operation."

The Sandiganbayan has affirmed the graft convictions of eight former Philippine National Police officers and personnel involved in the P358-million “ghost” repairs and maintenance of 28 police armored vehicles in 2007. At the same time, the anti-graft court’s Special Fourth Division acquitted one of the respondents, Henry Duque, after it determined that he was not

In March 2026, the Hungarian Special Operations Command expanded its fleet with ten Gidrán armored combat vehicles, marking a significant step in the Hungarian Defense Forces’ long-term modernization strategy.

The Ministry of Interior of Canton Sarajevo brought armored vehicles, drones, and other specialized equipment to the streets of Sarajevo, near the City Hall, for the filming of a promotional video.

Armored cash-in-transit vehicles belonging to Oschadbank that had been detained in Hungary were returned to Ukrainian diplomats and bank representatives on Thursday, but the money and gold they were carrying remain in Hungarian custody.

The Hungarian Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) will return armored vehicles to a Ukrainian savings bank, though the cash and gold associated with the transport will remain in Hungary.

Israeli imports increased 12% compared with 2016-2020 and the major systems delivered to Israel included guided bombs, missiles, armored vehicles, and combat aircraft.

Several global car manufacturers, including Volkswagen and Renault, are reportedly expanding into military production, with Volkswagen converting some of its less utilized models into armored vehicles and Renault producing drones.

Days into its offensive against Hezbollah, Israel is massing armored vehicles near the Lebanese border for a potentially much larger ground incursion.

The BMW 7 Series has been modified by Inkas to be resistant to bullets and hand grenades, offering enhanced protection without the traditional tank-like appearance of armored vehicles.

The notorious Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera was laid to rest in a simple grave Monday in a ceremony that featured trucks overflowing with flowers, traditional music and dozens of masked soldiers in armored vehicles.

Canada is allocating a new military aid package to Ukraine that will include 449 armored vehicles.

The U.S. military has begun withdrawing from its main base at Qasrak in Syria's Hasakah province, with dozens of trucks carrying armored vehicles seen departing the base.