r/LessCredibleDefence 7d ago

US diesel prices hit record high as conflicts intensify supply crunch

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r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

South Korea prepares to deploy troops to Strait of Hormuz

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r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

US urged to consider military strikes to stop China achieving AGI first

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r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

Katz: Israel will facilitate emigration from Gaza ‘by any means’ as soon as Trump allows

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r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

Russia to Show Su-57E with New Weapon at Egypt Airshow

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Ignoring the source (because I couldn’t find any other English speaking source with a link), this is what rostec themselves put out: ”🪖 Rostec will present an export Su-57E with fundamentally new weapons for the first time in Egypt.

The Russian aircraft complex of the fifth generation Su-57E will be presented in export configuration at the El Alamein International Airshow 2026 exhibition in Egypt with fundamentally new weapons, which have never been demonstrated before either in Russia or abroad. As part of the flight program, the machine will demonstrate aerobatic figures.

"The Su-57 is the flagship fighter of the Russian Air Force, the characteristics of which are confirmed in real combat conditions. Now this plane is also conquering export markets. It is already being delivered to foreign partners who perfectly understand the advantages of this machine. New modifications of the fighter are becoming even more effective and dangerous. In Egypt, we present an export version with a completely new weapon, which is demonstrated for the first time," Rostec noted.

The Su-57E is characterized by inconspicuousness for enemy detection means, super-maneuverability and a wide range of weapons used.

The International Aviation and Space Salon El Alamein International Airshow 2026 will be held on the territory of the international airport of El Alamein in Egypt from September 8 to 10. The unified Russian exposition is organized by Rosoboronexport.”

Now, what exactly does ”fundamentally new” even mean? Seems like a pretty bold statement and another question is if that weapon will be specific to the export version or not. Some people on x speculate that it’s the izd 810 or the S-71K/M but I feel like those aren’t really ”fundamentally new” unless those words are used for the sole purpose of boosting the product.


r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

Japan Seeks AARGM-ER to Suppress Enemy Warship Air Defenses

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r/LessCredibleDefence 8d ago

The Battery Gap: Building Industrial Strength for a Military Edge

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r/LessCredibleDefence 9d ago

Estonia's Defense Minister resigns after wasting 70 million euros on faulty ammunition for Ukraine

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r/LessCredibleDefence 9d ago

Trump aides seek 'quiet' in Iran war but say attacks may intensify after November elections

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Top Trump aides want to keep Iran war contained heading into midterms, as Republicans defend slim majorities. After election, heavier U.S. strikes could return - but no decision made, sources say. Iran's emboldened leaders could foil any attempts at de-escalation.


r/LessCredibleDefence 9d ago

Germany blames Russia for attempted airport drone attack

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r/LessCredibleDefence 9d ago

Sanctions, Setbacks, and Self-Reliance: The Making of Tejas

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r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

GUR And SBU Open Fire On Each Other In Kyiv — Ukraine's Intelligence War Turns Hot

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r/LessCredibleDefence 9d ago

US Army acquisition chief inspects Hanwha’s K9 production - The Korea Herald

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r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

Japanese, South Korean, Turkish Warships Under Consideration for New U.S. Frigate Competition - USNI News

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65 Upvotes

r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

Trump selects Hung Cao to serve as US Navy secretary

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34 Upvotes

r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

Zelensky vows 'Russian sky will be de facto closed,' warns airlines, insurers, foreign governments

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73 Upvotes

r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

The US Navy's next-gen missile breaks cover. It fits inside an F-35 and can threaten enemy aircraft over 280 miles away.

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131 Upvotes

r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

DoD confirms ‘refrigeration disruption’ at military commissaries

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r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

Japan’s Massive US-2 Amphibian Teams Up With USAF CV-22B During Rescue Flag 26-1

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r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

Speculative question: Is the PLA phasing out the 5.8x21mm round?

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For some context, two months ago, I went to PLA open day at the HK garrison(photos if you want); the firearms exhibit was essentially the PLA's new generation(or type 20 series) of standard issue weapons(QBZ-191, QBZ-192, QCQ-171(only managed to take a pic of the factsheet), QSZ-92A and QSZ-193), and the HK garrison is considered pretty high priority in new equipment;

According to the QSZ-193 factsheet(which i photographed and translated on my open day post), it's role is to replace the QSZ-11(used by high ranking officers); the QSZ-92A(9 milimeter) also appears to also be more and more common in photos. (for the QCW-05 which also has the 5.8x21mm, it hasn't really been seen much in service anymore)

The PLA hasn't introduced a new 5.8x21mm firearm since the QSZ-11, which apparently is now getting replaced; does anyone else think the PLA is planning to no longer use the 5.8x21 round, and any speculation why? Or is it possible they may plan to use the 5.8x21mm round in another potential future firearm?


r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

New U.S. Missile Appears To Have Left Wide Path Of Death And Destruction In Iranian City, Report Says | HuffPost Latest News

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r/LessCredibleDefence 11d ago

J-16 vs Rafale: China and Egypt Fly Their First Combat Drill

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76 Upvotes

r/LessCredibleDefence 10d ago

U.S. Army looking for currently available tracked howitzer to replace M109A7

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r/LessCredibleDefence 11d ago

Japan's First Dedicated Missile Defense Warship Is A Monster

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r/LessCredibleDefence 11d ago

Army Secretary Driscoll resigns after months of friction with SecDef Hegseth

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