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Civil aircraft ‘suspended’ from Ukraine airspace

All flights by civil aircraft have been restricted inside Ukraine due to a “potential hazard”, according to a notice to airmen from authorities.

JOINT-CAPABILITIES • Thu, 24 Feb 2022

Babcock secures NZDF contract extension

The defence company will continue to manage maritime sustainment operations under a new seven-and-a-half-year deal.

NAVAL • Thu, 24 Feb 2022

Emergency meeting of the UN Security Council: Members urge restraint, but China argues military action is the ‘result of the interplay of many factors’

The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting to discuss the unfolding attack on Ukraine this afternoon, with the United States confirming that it would ...

JOINT-CAPABILITIES • Thu, 24 Feb 2022

Russia launches military assault on Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has authorised military operations across eastern Ukraine ahead of what some fear will be a full-scale invasion.

AIR • Thu, 24 Feb 2022

Soldier On CEO Ivan Slavich has resigned

Veteran support charity Soldier On has announced the resignation of chief executive Ivan Slavich.

JOINT-CAPABILITIES • Wed, 23 Feb 2022

Russian and Ukrainian militias using social media and chat platforms for recruitment

The United States and its allies have co-ordinated new sanctions on Russia after Moscow recognised two regions in eastern Ukraine as independent.

JOINT-CAPABILITIES • Wed, 23 Feb 2022

Leonardo and Collins Aerospace Australia to supply ADF Laser Target Designator

Leonardo Australia has signed an agreement with Collins Aerospace Australia to supply Type 163 Laser Target Designators (LTDs) to the Australian Defence Force.

LAND • Wed, 23 Feb 2022