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# ![@Defence_Index Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::1647474433672757248.png) @Defence_Index Defence Index

Defence Index posts on X about china, pakistan, russia, ukraine the most. They currently have XXXXXXX followers and 3102 posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

### Engagements: XXXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::1647474433672757248/interactions)
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### CreatorRank: XXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::1647474433672757248/influencer_rank)
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### Social Influence [#](/creator/twitter::1647474433672757248/influence)
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**Social category influence**
[countries](/list/countries)  #4900 [stocks](/list/stocks)  XXXX% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations)  #4862 [finance](/list/finance)  XXXX% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  XXXX% [gaming](/list/gaming)  XXXX% [currencies](/list/currencies)  XXXX% [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands)  XXXX%

**Social topic influence**
[china](/topic/china) #511, [pakistan](/topic/pakistan) #1091, [russia](/topic/russia) #582, [ukraine](/topic/ukraine) #855, [afghanistan](/topic/afghanistan) #1436, [turkey](/topic/turkey) #311, [venezuela](/topic/venezuela) #292, [germany](/topic/germany) #1485, [south korea](/topic/south-korea) #403, [has been](/topic/has-been) #2469

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**Top assets mentioned**
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### Top Social Posts [#](/creator/twitter::1647474433672757248/posts)
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Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"BREAKING: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has wished Russian President Vladimir Putin a happy birthday declaring Our friendship is eternal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975520773654843644) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T11:17Z 182.9K followers, 5501 engagements


"Taliban used to say Afghanistan is the graveyard of empiresthey defeated the US LMAO. Now theyre fleeing like rats after Pakistan unleashed heavy artillery fire. 😂🤣"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977202689932247090) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-12T02:40Z 182.9K followers, 28.4K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Pakistans Foreign Ministry: We hope that one day Afghanistan will have a government that truly represents the Afghan people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977597818006376834) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T04:50Z 182.8K followers, 25.7K engagements


"Turkish President Erdogan to Meloni in Cairo: You look great but I have to get you to stop smoking"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977794868899660051) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T17:53Z 182.8K followers, 14.2K engagements


"BREAKING: Indonesia approves a $450M loan to acquire Italys retired aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi planning to refit it for helicopters & Turkish Bayraktar TB3 naval drones"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1969660598326870217) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-21T07:10Z 183.1K followers, 186.4K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: The first F-47 6th-generation fighter is now under construction. USAF targets its first flight in 2028 marking a major leap in air dominance"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1970168105239511431) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-22T16:47Z 183K followers, 70.7K engagements


"BREAKING: Chinese scholar Victor Gao claims Beijing has a missile that can carry XX nukes + a hydrogen bomb and strike anywhere on Earth within XX minutes analysts say thats impossible"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1970734235721101679) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-24T06:17Z 183K followers, 151.4K engagements


"Taiwan is looking to replace its aging Mirage 2000 fighters with French Rafale jets says Dassault Aviation CEO Eric Trappier"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1971512113979142252) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-26T09:48Z 183K followers, 38.7K engagements


"🚨 WSJ: Trump is weighing lifting restrictions on Ukraines use of U.S.-made long-range weapons potentially allowing strikes deep inside Russia. A move that could dramatically escalate the conflict"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1971786297414185160) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-27T03:57Z 183.1K followers, 81.1K engagements


"BREAKING: The US State Department approves a potential Foreign Military Sale to South Korea of XX AGM-65G2 Maverick tactical missiles and associated services estimated at $XX million. 🔹 Prime contractor: Raytheon 🔹 Final cost may vary depending on requirements and agreements (Video for representation purposes)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1974494348726444243) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-04T15:18Z 183K followers, 33.8K engagements


"BREAKING: Exclusive footage aired by CCTV shows the first public appearance of the unpainted J-35A inside Shenyang Aircraft Corporations hangar offering the clearest view yet of Chinas next-generation stealth fighter in development"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1974757591797699039) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-05T08:44Z 183K followers, 89K engagements


"🚨BREAKING: The U.S. government moves to authorize global exports of Raytheon AIM120 AMRAAM (C8/D3) BVR missiles. The $XXXX billion deal covers Japan Germany the UK Israel Pakistan Turkey South Korea Australia and more than XX additional allied nations. These missiles provide long-range air-to-air strike capability far beyond visual range. Deliveries and production are expected to continue through 2030 significantly boosting allied air superiority"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975175485425688685) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-06T12:25Z 183K followers, 30.1K engagements


"BREAKING: Bangladesh is finalizing a $XXX billion deal with China to acquire XX J-10CE multirole fighter jets. The purchase will significantly boost the Bangladesh Air Force and strengthen the nations air defense network Bangladeshi media reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975479601561571683) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T08:33Z 183K followers, 47.1K engagements


"BREAKING: Turkiye has become the second country after Israel to establish an integrated air defense network similar to the Israeli Iron Dome called the Steel Dome. The system connects radars interceptors and command centers to provide layered defense against drones cruise missiles and ballistic threats according to Turkish media reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975508282019357128) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T10:27Z 182.9K followers, 114.3K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: U.S.-based Sikorsky a Lockheed Martin company unveils its new Nomad VTOL drone family runway-independent and capable of reconnaissance light attack logistics and more 🚁 These drones take off vertically like a helicopter and transition to airplane flight for long-range missions. Theyre scalable from small tactical UAVs to Black Hawk-class featuring hybrid-electric propulsion and autonomous MATRIX technology for full mission automation. Sikorsky says Nomads could serve defense naval and civilian roles from Indo-Pacific operations to wildfire response. Source: The Aviationist"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975527012778533196) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T11:41Z 182.9K followers, 63.8K engagements


"🚨BREAKING: A major accident occurred on the JaipurAjmer highway in India after a truck carrying multiple LPG cylinders overturned. Loud explosions were reported following the crash affecting several other vehicles. Traffic on the highway has been temporarily halted"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975711771374858557) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T23:56Z 183K followers, 8716 engagements


"The US may seize Iranian-linked oil tankers in the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman as part of Trumps maximum pressure campaign reportedly with help from UAE and Bahrain. Source: Al-Mayadeen"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975762705408794636) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-08T03:18Z 183.1K followers, 18.3K engagements


"BREAKING: Russia moves to withdraw from a 25-year nuclear deal with U.S. to dispose of plutonium used in nuclear weapons ending a key Cold War-era arms control pact. Source: Reuters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975881975505605017) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-08T11:12Z 183K followers, 10.6K engagements


"A Turkish Akinci UCAV has reportedly been shot down in Sudan by RSF rebels using a Chinese-made air defense system. Recent reports indicate that FB-10A short-range missile systems originally supplied to Chad may have been transferred into rebel hands inside Sudan raising serious concerns over regional arms diversion"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975947848769576969) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-08T15:34Z 183K followers, 5067 engagements


"BREAKING: China announces new export controls on rare earth production technologies used in both military and civilian applications. The restrictions cover mining smelting magnetic materials and rare earth recycling signaling a major shift in global tech and defense supply chains"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976120545600290917) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-09T03:00Z 183K followers, 39.5K engagements


"BREAKING: The U.S. plans to sanction Chinese airlines flying over Russian airspace to reach the U.S. citing an unfair advantage over American carriers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976618444817871158) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-10T11:58Z 182.9K followers, 13.1K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Taliban sources say they have activated their A-29 Super Tucanos and are ready to stop the Pakistani Air Force from entering Afghan airspace after Pakistani strikes targeting TTP militants in Kabul"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976658112758284537) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-10T14:36Z 182.9K followers, 61.4K engagements


"BREAKING: China imposes port fees on all US ships docking at Chinese ports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976850076883681413) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T03:19Z 183K followers, 27.2K engagements


"BREAKING: China has deployed its stealth GJ-11 Sharp Sword UCAVs to an operational airbase. Next-gen stealth drones are now combat-ready. 👀"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976853049458278542) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T03:31Z 183K followers, 16.7K engagements


"China begins flight training for its first batch of pilots on the X3-F land-based aircraft carrier a new hybrid flying car developed by Xiaopeng Huitian"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977008701417677220) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T13:49Z 183.1K followers, 62.3K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Afghanistans terrorist Taliban regime after attacking seven Pakistani border posts is asking for a ceasefire within hours of the fight. Pakistan forced Afghanistan to back down within hours and Pakistani media now report that any halt will be on Pakistans terms no unilateral ceasefires"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977114945977565325) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T20:51Z 182.9K followers, 33.2K engagements


"🚨BREAKING: Smoke rises over Spin Boldak after an airstrike targeting TTP hideouts in response to recent cross-border attacks. The strike reportedly avoided civilian areas Pakistani media"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977282414054604892) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-12T07:57Z 183K followers, 7365 engagements


"Afghan Taliban reportedly moving Soviet-era T-55 and T-62 tanks near Pakistans Kunar border"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977309634928209963) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-12T09:45Z 183K followers, 61.7K engagements


"An explosion has been reported in East Cairo Egypt the cause of the incident remains unknown"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977728003128832382) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T13:27Z 183K followers, 29K engagements


"BREAKING: Former U.S. Artillery Officer Preston Stewart says Pakistan holds a clear upper hand over Afghanistan confirming that Pakistani strikes have destroyed facilities in Afghanistan he is familiar with and that the country remains a safe haven for terrorists"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977735269122990268) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T13:56Z 183K followers, 11.4K engagements


"BREAKING: The Kremlin has warned that if the U.S. supplies Ukraine with long-range missiles it could end badly for everyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977752319379775654) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T15:04Z 183K followers, 12.7K engagements


"🚨WATCH: Videos show Afghan Taliban forces moving Soviet-era ballistic missiles R-17 Scud-B and 9K52 Luna-M toward the Pakistani border after losing XX border posts to Pakistani forces"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977776065184731196) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T16:38Z 183K followers, 25.6K engagements


"The U.S. is lagging in deploying hypersonic weapons even as Russia and China already field advanced projectiles. Hypersonic missiles can fly at extreme speeds carry nuclear warheads travel low to avoid detection and transform modern warfare. China recently showcased a carrier-killer hypersonic missile while Ukraine reports Russia has used hypersonic strikes against Kiev. The U.S. now faces growing pressure to close the gap in this strategic arms race. Source: Bloomberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977800325307482570) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T18:15Z 183K followers, 11.4K engagements


"COMPETING CHINA Americas Long Beach Port has introduced over XXX autonomous vehicles moving containers of up to XX tons between cranes yards and railways becoming one of the worlds most advanced automated ports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977963597402906666) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T05:04Z 182.9K followers, 16K engagements


"🚨 Financial Times reports the U.S. will transfer only XX Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine too few to change the course of the war. Former Pentagon official Mark Cancian says the U.S. has over 4000 Tomahawks but only a few dozen can be spared due to limited new production. Trump and Zelensky are set to meet at the White House on Oct XX to discuss further arms transfers including Tomahawks and possibly JASSM/JASSM-ER long-range cruise missiles. Analysts call the delivery mostly symbolic showing Washingtons readiness to arm Kyiv with missiles that could theoretically strike Moscow. Source:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978094983006519405) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T13:46Z 182.9K followers, 13.7K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Boeing has secured a $XXX BILLION U.S. contract to produce over 3000 PAC-3 missile seekers through 2030 as global demand for air & missile defense surges amid wars in Europe and the Middle East. Each PAC-3 seeker a compact Ka-band radar in the missiles nose turns physics into precision guiding the hit-to-kill interceptor at hypersonic speeds. Production will rise to XXX units per year strengthening U.S. and allied stockpiles against new-generation threats including ballistic cruise and hypersonic missiles. The deal marks one of the largest missile guidance system contracts in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978104215986684268) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T14:22Z 183K followers, 12.2K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Pakistan Army has released new footage showing troops at a border fort firing an ATGM at an Afghan Taliban post after it opened fire on the Pakistani side. The ATGM strike hits dead-center completely destroying the Taliban position along the frontier"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978145783623925885) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T17:08Z 183K followers, 36.9K engagements


"The U.S. ramps up pressure on Germany to deliver Taurus missiles to Ukraine. According to Kyiv Post the White House plans to supply Tomahawk cruise missiles to Kyiv both to strengthen Ukraines defenses and push hesitant European allies especially Berlin to act. Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold talks with Donald Trump on joint efforts to end the war in Ukraine ahead of Zelenskys visit to Washington this Friday aiming to secure critical weapons and discuss Ukrainian involvement in U.S. missile defense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978320961574158625) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T04:44Z 183K followers, 54.2K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Pakistani airstrikes hit Afghan Taliban positions hard across the Chaman border inflicting heavy losses on militants"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978370537089802579) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T08:01Z 182.9K followers, 18.5K engagements


"UPDATE: Chamans Friendship Gate still stands intact on Pakistans side despite Afghan Taliban claims. Taliban forces destroyed the gate on the Afghan side while Pakistani forces maintain defensive operations against their unprovoked attacks"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978404302935703691) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T10:15Z 183K followers, 20.7K engagements


"Pakistans Defence Minister Khawaja Asif is expected to make a major announcement regarding the ongoing PakistanAfghanistan border clashes. Source: Geo News"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978407759814029351) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T10:29Z 182.9K followers, 7170 engagements


"Multiple Pakistani airstrikes have been reported in Afghanistans capital Kabul targeting Afghan Taliban TTP and ISIS terror camps"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978425156281278775) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T11:38Z 183.2K followers, 12.3K engagements


"The U.S. is preparing to transfer BGM-109 Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine pending President Trumps approval a move that could give Kyiv deep-strike capability and raise tensions with Russia according to The New York Times"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978479930519547960) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T15:15Z 182.9K followers, 8041 engagements


"TRUMP: The Prime Minister of Pakistan said so beautifully You saved millions of lives. I think hes referring to the fact that a nuclear war with India was getting very close. Seven planes were shot down they dont talk about it but seven aircraft were lost"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978617413135741103) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T00:22Z 183K followers, 6151 engagements


"NEW: U.S. President Trump will make an announcement from the Oval Office today at X PM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978676131214831905) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T04:15Z 183K followers, 9260 engagements


"BREAKING: India starts paying for Russian oil in Chinese Yuan officially bypassing the U.S. dollar"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976138336478830926) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-09T04:11Z 183.1K followers, 17.6K engagements


"Denmark is massively boosting Greenlands defense with $4.2B in new spending adding X Arctic ships drones patrol planes and a new Arctic HQ in Nuuk. Its also buying XX more F-35 jets from the US bringing its total to XX. Arctic security just went next level. Source: BBC"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976854193634755002) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T03:35Z 183.2K followers, 6873 engagements


"BREAKING: China unveils the Panther touted as the worlds fastest robotic dog at XXXX m/sautonomous potentially weaponized and built for future battlefields"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977972558726381636) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T05:39Z 183.1K followers, 22.2K engagements


"BREAKING: South Korea says Russian tech may have been used in North Koreas new Hwasong-20 ICBM revealed last week. Source: Reuters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978061581222133957) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T11:33Z 183.2K followers, 16.2K engagements


"U.S. Army Selects Next-Gen Threat Detection System. Following successful testing the U.S. Army has accelerated the deployment of the Improved Threat Detection System (ITDS) developed by Northrop Grumman to enter service earlier than planned"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976137310103273558) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-09T04:07Z 183.2K followers, 94.3K engagements


"🚨BREAKING: The AC-130J Ghostrider Americas fifth-generation gunship has arrived in Puerto Rico just off the coast of Venezuela. The aircraft was spotted armed with AGM-114 Hellfire missiles signaling heightened U.S. military readiness in the region"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976768031713116420) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-10T21:53Z 183.2K followers, 123.6K engagements


"🚨BREAKING: Pakistan has carried out airstrikes on TTP and ISIS terror camps in Afghanistans Paktia province. Dozens of militants are reported killed as Pakistan targets terrorist hideouts along the border"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979230614416166971) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T16:58Z 183.2K followers, 89.5K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro sends a message to the U.S.: Not war just peace. Not war just peace to the people of the United States. A rare English-language appeal from Maduro as tensions with Washington rise"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979553306319163403) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T14:21Z 183.2K followers, 15.8K engagements


"US Vice President J.D. Vance observed a Marine Corps amphibious assault demonstration in California showcasing the latest advancements in US amphibious warfare and joint-force operations"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979711385677529179) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-19T00:49Z 183.2K followers, 6110 engagements


"Germany just leveled up the HIMARS. Meet GMARS: 🔹Double missile pods XX rockets or X ATACMS 🔹8x8 chassis for insane offroad mobility 🔹Cruise missile capability in development (possibly 2027) Nothing beats German engineering. 👀"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1972701823644717105) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-09-29T16:35Z 183.2K followers, 364.3K engagements


"Turkey has overtaken the U.S. and China to become the worlds leading drone exporter. Baykars Bayraktar TB2 and other systems now power 30+ nations and have been battle-tested in Ukraine Libya & Nagorno-Karabakh. In 2024 Turkey posted a record $XXX billion in defense exports In the first half of 2025 defense and aerospace exports surged to $XXXXX billion up XX% year-on-year"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975416372424278483) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T04:22Z 183.2K followers, 130.9K engagements


"BREAKING: China has intensified customs inspections on Nvidia and other high-end U.S. AI chip imports aiming to push local firms away from American tech and boost its own AI industry FT reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976617281418658208) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-10T11:54Z 183.2K followers, 10.9K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: U.S. defense firms Epirus and General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) have unveiled the Leonidas Autonomous Robotic (AR) a mobile counter-drone system combining Epirus Leonidas high-power microwave with GDLS TRX unmanned ground vehicle"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976620027320434854) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-10T12:05Z 183.2K followers, 4013 engagements


"BREAKING: Japan has unveiled the worlds first autonomous hydrogen-powered tractor it drives itself and runs on a hydrogen fuel cell producing zero emissions"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977577153404531193) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T03:28Z 183.2K followers, 12.9K engagements


"👁 See before youre seen. Andurils EagleEye overlays real-time digital information onto the battlefield giving warfighters unmatched situational awareness and the edge over any threat"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977803715202756855) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T18:28Z 183.2K followers, 8375 engagements


"BREAKING: Trump reveals: We just ordered about XX brand-new B-2 bombers. I know Putin when I was riding with him in Alaska we passed a lot of them and he said That really did the trick. I said Yeah it did"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978620927010029881) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T00:36Z 183.2K followers, 18.8K engagements


"The F-22 Raptor is so advanced the U.S. banned its exporteven to NATO allies. With unmatched stealth and insane agility its scored a 108:0 kill ratio in training. Invisible. Untouchable. Unbeatable. 🛩 The most dominant fighter ever built"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1937845490856394928) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-06-25T12:09Z 183.2K followers, 595.6K engagements


"BREAKING: Since Captain Ibrahim Traor took power Burkina Faso has earned over $XX billion from its gold mines Report"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977949172876677347) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T04:06Z 183.2K followers, 7901 engagements


"A leaked document from Russias Rostec defence conglomerate reveals major fighter jet deals with multiple countries. Algeria XX Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighters + XX Su-34 strike aircraft. Ethiopia X Su-35 multirole fighters. If confirmed Algeria becomes the first foreign buyer of the Su-57 marking a major milestone for Russias next-gen stealth program. Deliveries are reportedly scheduled for 20242026 indicating contracts were signed before or shortly after the Ukraine invasion. Source: Defence Blog"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975112732749037832) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-06T08:15Z 183.2K followers, 108K engagements


"BREAKING: Iran Kazakhstan India China Kyrgyzstan Russia & Uzbekistan join together to oppose US taking over Bagram military base in Afghanistan says joint statement after key talks in Russia. 👀"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975566330930864374) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T14:18Z 183.2K followers, 9126 engagements


"🚨 BIG: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth greenlights the US Navys next-gen F/A-XX stealth fighter program after months of delay. Boeing and Northrop Grumman are competing for the multibillion-dollar contract to replace aging F/A-18 Super Hornets. Winner could be announced this week. Source: Reuters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975692749547708578) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-07T22:40Z 183.2K followers, 14K engagements


"JUST IN: Russia says it knows how to shoot down Tomahawk missiles that the Trump administration plans to send to Ukraine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975894849728729590) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-08T12:03Z 183.2K followers, 16.5K engagements


"Turkey is moving away from Iranian and Russian gas ramping up its own production and boosting U.S. LNG imports a shift that could meet over half of Turkeys gas needs by 2028 according to Reuters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1975935576554737997) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-08T14:45Z 183.2K followers, 22.1K engagements


"BREAKING: Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro has ordered the Venezuelan military to prepare for an imminent U.S. attack amid rapidly escalating tensions between Caracas and Washington. Military units have been placed on high alert with Maduro accusing the U.S. of plotting aggressive actions against Venezuela. (Video for illustrative purposes)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976807764761489442) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T00:31Z 183.2K followers, 99.5K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Algeria approves record $XX BILLION defense budget for 2026 The largest in its history equal to a quarter of total public spending dwarfing Moroccos $13.4B and Tunisias $1.4B. 🔹 Up from $21.6B in 2024 🔹 Comes amid falling oil revenues & a $40B fiscal deficit 🔹 Reflects a major militarized pivot prioritizing defense over education & infrastructure 🔹 Driven by Sahel instability border tensions and the Western Sahara rivalry Algeria is arming up and reshaping the balance of power in North Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1976961354373411065) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T10:41Z 183.2K followers, 151.8K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Locals in Afghanistan are reporting heavy explosions near the Afghan border as the Pakistani Air Force pounds Afghan positions"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977084986244448695) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-11T18:52Z 183.2K followers, 139.8K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Afghan Taliban have abandoned hundreds of Humvees they were using to move toward the Pakistan border after Pakistani jets and drones appeared overhead and struck some"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977234852589322584) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-12T04:48Z 183.2K followers, 236.8K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Pakistani forces released footage showing the capture of one of many Afghan Taliban Humvees abandoned by the Taliban as they fled. A Pakistani soldier can be seen hoisting the national flag on the captured Humvee"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977238038720979328) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-12T05:00Z 183.2K followers, 224.5K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: China has unveiled the worlds first zero-carbon intelligent port terminal in Tianjin showcasing what the future of global shipping could look like. 🔹 Electric autonomous transport vehicles guided by the Beidou Navigation System 🔹 Fully automated cranes loading and unloading ships 🔹 XXX% powered by renewable energy A massive leap forward in smart sustainable logistics"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977585261812089192) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T04:00Z 183.2K followers, 218.1K engagements


"🚨 WATCH: How Afghanistan underestimated nuclear-armed Pakistan its border offensive backfired and the Taliban lost XX border posts instead"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977591382991913125) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T04:25Z 183.2K followers, 439.4K engagements


"BREAKING: Chinas 6th-generation J-50 fighter jet has conducted another test flight"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977661536014647626) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T09:03Z 183.2K followers, 16.1K engagements


"BREAKING: North Korea has likely received technical assistance from Russia for its submarine development South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back says"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977726087061729597) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T13:20Z 183.2K followers, 10.5K engagements


"🎖NOW: Egyptian President Al-Sisi to award President Trump the Order of the Nile Collar Egypts highest civilian honor for his role in strengthening U.S.Egypt ties and advancing peace in the Middle East"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977788138224591333) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T17:26Z 183.2K followers, 5553 engagements


"Venezuela closes its embassy in Norway following the announcement of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977796116969345506) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T17:58Z 183.2K followers, 6330 engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Anduril has unveiled EagleEye a next-generation AI-powered combat helmet that gives soldiers superpowers. Developed in partnership with Meta Oakley Qualcomm and Gentex EagleEye integrates augmented reality live threat tracking and AI mission command directly into the warfighters helmet. 🔹Enhanced Perception: Real-time HUD overlays and 3D blue-force tracking let soldiers see through the fog of war and identify threats even behind obstacles. 🔹Lethal Connectivity: Operators can control drones call fire missions and coordinate with robotic teammates all hands-free through AI."  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977798161969361327) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-13T18:06Z 183.2K followers, 80K engagements


"GREECE MEDIA: The TurkiyeQatar strategic alliance is becoming a major challenge for Greek defense. While Ankara rushes to buy XX Eurofighter jets from Qatar the Qatari Air Force has reportedly shared with Trkiye full data on the strengths and weaknesses of the French-made Rafale fighters it operates. Six Qatari Rafale F3 aircraft stationed in Trkiye for training are giving Ankara the chance to learn how to counter Greek Rafales. Some reports claim Trkiye had earlier shared intel with Pakistan about Indias Rafales aiding Pakistans J-10C victories in mock air battles. QatarTurkiye cooperation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1977951726054293544) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T04:16Z 183.2K followers, 24.2K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Turkish AKINCI UAV crashes in Kandil Sulaymaniyah region Iraq"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978056419485036719) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T11:12Z 183.2K followers, 8873 engagements


"NOW: Pakistan releases footage of the controlled demolition of Afghan border posts that were captured by Pakistani forces during recent border clashes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978083680317841670) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T13:01Z 183.2K followers, 80.8K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Coup in Madagascar The countrys elite military unit CAPSAT has seized power dismantling the government after weeks of mass protests and political unrest. President Andry Rajoelina has reportedly fled into hiding as soldiers take control of key state institutions. Crowds are gathering in Antananarivo as uncertainty grips the nation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978107301325136231) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T14:35Z 183.2K followers, 10.9K engagements


"JUST IN: President Trump announces plans to impose tariffs on any country that joins BRICS warning of economic consequences for nations expanding the bloc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978213499898581107) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-14T21:37Z 183.2K followers, 6953 engagements


"BREAKING: Pakistani small VTOL drones take out another Afghan Taliban Humvee rendering it completely useless"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978354624772890689) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T06:57Z 183.2K followers, 64.7K engagements


"Pakistani forces launch intense mortar fire on Taliban positions in the Chaman sector targeting militant strongholds with precision"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978360754064568634) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T07:22Z 183.2K followers, 46.3K engagements


"According to reports Taliban intelligence (GDI) chief Abdul Haq Wasiq has been killed in Pakistani airstrikes along with other Afghan Taliban and TTP terrorists"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978445625478775024) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T12:59Z 183.2K followers, 45K engagements


"🚨 UAV BLITZ OVER AFGHANISTAN Contrary to claims of Pakistani fighter jets bombing Kabul and Kandahar new indicators suggest the operation was executed by Pakistani combat drones (UCAVs). Pakistan operates South Asias largest and most diverse drone fleet capable of delivering precision-guided munitions (PGMs) up to 2000 lbs in weight. 🧵 Possible platforms involved: 🔹 AKINCI UCAV heavy Turkish drone with 1500+ kg payload long endurance and the ability to fire SOM stand-off cruise missiles MAM-series smart bombs and MK-82/83/84 precision bombs. 🔹 Wing Loong II Chinese MALE UCAV capable of"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978467110092431847) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T14:24Z 183.2K followers, 40.5K engagements


"NOW: US President Donald J. Trump is prepared to impose a XXX% tariff on China over its continued purchases of Russian oil with the move backed by XX of XXX U.S. senators according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978492165736296929) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T16:04Z 183.2K followers, 97.9K engagements


"JUST IN: Turkiye has discovered XXX million tons of rare earth reserves in Beylikova Eskiehir the worlds 2nd largest deposit after China according to President Erdogan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978530651369586759) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-15T18:37Z 183.2K followers, 59.1K engagements


"Germany to discuss Eurofighter jet deliveries to Turkey after Airbuss request highlighting NATO collective defense priorities. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will travel to Ankara on Friday to meet his Turkish counterpart signaling deeper military coordination in Europe and the Mediterranean. This could reshape regional airpower balance and strengthen NATOs southern flank"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978654155284865365) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T02:48Z 183.2K followers, 10.6K engagements


"BREAKING: President Trump declares the United States is now engaged in a trade war with China"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978676618034843845) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T04:17Z 183.2K followers, 17.5K engagements


"BREAKING: Russia deploys S-400 air defense systems in Belarus expanding radar coverage over Poland Lithuania & parts of Germany"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978680137898950844) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T04:31Z 183.2K followers, 21.8K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: China rejects Trumps demand to halt Russian oil imports We refuse all pressure and coercion"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978722334212297100) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T07:19Z 183.2K followers, 36.1K engagements


"JUST IN: Indonesia signs $9B deal to buy XX Chinese J-10C jets its first-ever non-Western fighter purchase"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978727148509691942) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T07:38Z 183.2K followers, 35.7K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: The Shenyang J-35 can carry up to XX long-range missiles X PL-15s (300+ km) X PL-10s (30 km) and X CM-98 stealth cruise missiles according to a report"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978752486346301620) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T09:18Z 183.2K followers, 30.9K engagements


"South Korea releases CGI footage of its new K239 Chunmoo XXX the worlds first rocket artillery system combining long-range rockets with loitering munitions and CTMASBM anti-ship missiles"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978754820157702545) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T09:28Z 183.2K followers, 25.8K engagements


"JUST IN: Turkey to acquire XX C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the UK. Turkish media reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978770525158564257) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T10:30Z 183.2K followers, 19K engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: Bangladesh is set to purchase XX JF-17 Block-III fighter jets from Pakistan according to Bangladeshi media reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978830188843507882) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T14:27Z 183.2K followers, 24.5K engagements


"🚨 KENYA: Chaos erupts at the funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as police open fire inside Kasarani Stadium. At least four people have been killed and several others injured amid violent clashes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978835443098464656) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T14:48Z 183.2K followers, 5321 engagements


"🚨 BREAKING: China plans to mass-produce flying cars in 2026 aiming to revolutionize urban transport and futuristic mobility"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978866642458124612) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T16:52Z 183.2K followers, 64.6K engagements


"🚨 XX years ago today October XX 1964 China conducted its first nuclear test at Lop Nur test site Xinjiang. Device name: XXX Type: Plutonium-based fission bomb Yield: XX kilotons (comparable to the Hiroshima bomb) Test method: Ground tower detonation This test officially made China the fifth nuclear-armed country in the world reshaping Asias strategic landscape"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978868870229430626) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T17:01Z 183.2K followers, 67.8K engagements


"Hungarian PM Viktor Orbn hails the upcoming meeting between President Trump and President Putin as great news for the peace-loving people of the world. We are ready signaling Hungarys full support for high-stakes diplomacy on Ukraine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978884165610127440) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T18:02Z 183.2K followers, 4243 engagements


"Victor Gao senior Chinese foreign policy expert warns the U.S.: China will not fire the first shot but China will not allow you to fire a second"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978963616364712075) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T23:17Z 183.2K followers, 66.5K engagements


"U.S. Special Operations helicopters likely from the elite 160th Aviation Regiment (Night Stalkers) were spotted flying within XX miles of Venezuela during Caribbean training missions. The flights coincide with Trump authorizing CIA covert ops inside Venezuela and U.S. military strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats. Missions reportedly involve the MV Ocean Trader a mobile special ops base near Trinidad signaling a major U.S. buildup in the region. Source: Washington Post"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1978971737888034976) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-16T23:50Z 183.2K followers, 6360 engagements


"BREAKING: Marco Rubio reveals that UFOs have been detected flying over restricted nuclear facilities and they are not ours according to the trailer of the documentary The Age of Disclosure which promises to shake Washington"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979010222459858998) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T02:22Z 183.2K followers, 11.2K engagements


"JUST IN: Lockheed Martin is progressing toward flight testing its extreme-range cruise missile (AGM-158 XR) developed in-house amid significant customer interest a company executive told Axios. The missile unveiled just over a year ago marks a major step in long-range strike capabilities. Source: Axios"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979020455781765176) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T03:03Z 183.2K followers, 15.3K engagements


"🚁 NOW: The 7th China Helicopter Exposition kicks off today The Z-10 helicopter wowed the crowd with a powerful flight demonstration"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979022264856432851) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T03:10Z 183.2K followers, 20.8K engagements


"Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro is moving troops to the Caribbean coast and activating what he claims is a millions-strong militia in response to the largest U.S. military buildup in the region since the 1980s"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979024901555077154) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T03:21Z 183.2K followers, 6848 engagements


"BREAKING: Venezuela has placed its Su-30MK2V jets on high alert with media reporting they are patrolling the Caribbean coast. These jets could be armed with Kh-31 supersonic anti-ship missiles (Mach 3+ XXX km range). XX operational out of XX purchased. Kh-31 carries a XXX kg warhead for precision strikes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979030266053087622) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T03:42Z 183.2K followers, 46.9K engagements


"BREAKING: Video shows unusual military mobilization in Arroyo Puerto Rico around XXX U.S. Marines artillery soldiers arrived at El Faro Beach as Trump authorizes the CIA to operate in Venezuela. Video courtesy of @DianerysC"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979035890358931667) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T04:04Z 183.2K followers, 70K engagements


"Gen. Jack Keane says if Tomahawks are sent to Ukraine a primary first target should be the Yelabuga drone factory in Russia a site alleged to be staffed by 20000 North Korean workers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979041693232988578) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T04:28Z 183.2K followers, 6026 engagements


"NEW: Pakistani troops come under a SVBIED attack in Khaddi North Waziristan. According to Pakistani media HGBs JFM (Jaish e Fursan Muhammad) claims responsibility. Pakistani security forces killed X terrrists on the spot"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979066623081222187) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T06:07Z 183.2K followers, 10.9K engagements


"The White House has rejected a Venezuelan plan for President Maduro to step down in X years passing power to VP Delcy Rodriguez to finish his term until 2031 AP News"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979085708749914303) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T07:22Z 183.2K followers, 5348 engagements


"BREAKING: Saudi Arabia is negotiating a new defense pact with the U.S. modeled after Americas security agreement with Qatar says Financial Times"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979118853377417724) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T09:34Z 183.2K followers, 6804 engagements


"🚨 German FM Wadephul: Germany & Turkiye face challenges in boosting NATO defense. Trkiye can strengthen deterrence with Eurofighter jets and remains a key NATO strategic partner"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979129810204135925) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T10:18Z 183.2K followers, 4471 engagements


"Turkey plans to supply military equipment including armored vehicles drones artillery missiles and air-defense systems to northern Syria. The deal also allows targeting Kurdish militants along the entire Syrian border avoiding tensions with Israel. Source: Bloomberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979135108985819595) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T10:39Z 183.2K followers, 9167 engagements


"According to Turkish media with the XXX ER missile system Turkey gains air-to-surface strikes beyond XXX km from armed UAVs. In practice: an AKINCI could hit a target XXX km away with pinpoint precision"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979136196220719555) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T10:43Z 183.2K followers, 3207 engagements


"BREAKING: The U.S. and Netherlands have struck a landmark deal giving Dutch forces full access to the U.S. Air Forces next-gen Collaborative Combat Aircraft program. The pact allows the Netherlands to shape European CCA requirements and co-produce ISR drones with General Atomics & VDL Defentec. First models expected next year. Source: Breaking Defense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979141451226480710) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T11:04Z 183.2K followers, 19.4K engagements


"NOW: President Trump says 'NO' when asked if China tariffs will remain"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979151339201663102) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T11:43Z 183.2K followers, 8190 engagements


"JUST IN: British newspaper Financial Times: Saudi Arabia is seeking an advanced defense agreement with the US that includes the supply of F-35 stealth fighters which would feature specifications superior to some regional variants"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979177350219862062) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T13:27Z 183.2K followers, 38.2K engagements


"The ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been extended for another XX hours with new talks scheduled in Doha tomorrow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979178403636142369) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T13:31Z 183.2K followers, 10.1K engagements


"BREAKING: Chinas President Xi Jinping has removed General He Weidong the countrys No. X military officer in a sweeping purge targeting top commanders for corruption and disloyalty. Source: Wall Street Journal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979180212832342021) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T13:38Z 183.2K followers, 36.3K engagements


"South Korea says activity has been detected at a North Korean missile launch site possibly signaling preparations to test the new Hwasong-20 ICBM. If confirmed this could be Pyongyangs most powerful missile test yet"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979184016550252632) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T13:53Z 183.2K followers, 5983 engagements


"BREAKING: The U.S. Army has selected Lockheed Martins Spike NLOS for the next phase of its Long-Range Missile Program. Lockheed Martin received a $XX million Phase-2 contract to integrate the Spike NLOS onto an Infantry Squad Vehicle giving U.S. forces the ability to hit hidden or distant targets with precision. 🔹 Originally developed by Israels Rafael Advanced Defense Systems the Spike NLOS is now produced under license by Lockheed Martin in the U.S. A major leap in mobile precision warfare"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979202382576914788) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T15:06Z 183.2K followers, 5619 engagements


". REPORT: Venezuela has deployed around 17000 soldiers near the Colombian border citing security operations and rising tensions in the region"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979207341649334514) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T15:26Z 183.2K followers, 9224 engagements


"Pakistans Defence Minister says all Afghans living on Pakistani soil must now return to their homeland. He stated that the era of temporary stay and open borders is over Pakistans land and resources belong to its XXX million citizens"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979213176316039652) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T15:49Z 183.2K followers, 11.4K engagements


"JUST IN: South Korea begins serial production of the Hyunmoo-5 missile equipped with an 8-ton penetrative warhead Defense Minister An Gyu Baek announced on October 17"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979332637983674594) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T23:44Z 183.2K followers, 4713 engagements


"Japans Kawasaki Heavy Industries is reportedly negotiating a partnership to develop engines for Germanys Taurus cruise missiles potentially linked to the new Taurus Neo variant. Germany plans to buy around XXX upgraded missiles with deliveries set to begin in 2029"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979335853739843880) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-17T23:56Z 183.2K followers, 7488 engagements


"BREAKING: China unveils quantum radar technology capable of detecting even the most advanced U.S. stealth jets La Razn reports. Beijing says mass production of the system is underway a major step in next-gen air defense and radar tech"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979340999618105380) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:17Z 183.2K followers, 39.2K engagements


"🚨 The U.S. is set to expand its B-2 Spirit stealth bomber fleet like never before 🛩 Cold War-era B-2 remains the only stealth bomber ever used in combat. Each costs $XXX billion keeping the fleet small for decades; new orders could total $XX billion. Range: 6000 miles nonstop just two pilots can strike targets overseas with zero refueling. A massive boost to Americas long-range strike capability"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979342179501040019) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:22Z 183.2K followers, 35.1K engagements


"President Trump says the U.S. attacked a submarine used for large-scale drug trafficking emphasizing it was not an innocent group of people aboard"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979343517710454994) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:27Z 183.2K followers, 4236 engagements


"NOW: Ukrainian long-range drone strike hits Moscow region"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979345619711070260) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:35Z 183.2K followers, 3940 engagements


"NEW: Zelensky reveals he held a lengthy productive meeting with Trump during which both leaders agreed to avoid public comments on long-range strikes into Russia aiming to prevent escalation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979346235007078614) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:38Z 183.2K followers, 3960 engagements


"Ukraines The Lasar Group has destroyed a Russian BM-30 Smerch at a striking distance of over XX km from the frontline in Kherson"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979347442031292564) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:42Z 183.2K followers, 4138 engagements


"🚨 The U.S. B-52 Sky Beast bomber has been deployed near the coasts of Venezuela The countdown for a change in Venezuela has already begun It seems the fate of Maduro the Venezuelan president who allegedly heads one of the largest drug cartels could be similar to Manuel Noriega the Panamanian ruler who was captured tried and sentenced to XX years in U.S. prisons. 👀"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979349452029845684) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:50Z 183.2K followers, 30.4K engagements


"BREAKING: U.S. Congressman Carlos Gimenez says Putins spokespeople are threatening Trumps Mar-a-Lago with missiles from Cuba. America will not stand idly by while Russia and its allies target our homeland"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979350577944592762) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T00:55Z 183.2K followers, 49.3K engagements


"Turkey refuses to buy XX F-16 Block XX jets from the US unless it gets full software ownership.  Turkish media reports"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979384173300453882) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T03:08Z 183.2K followers, 12K engagements


"China has unveiled the Cobra a coaxial double-rotor compound tailpropulsion high-speed helicopter concept at the 2025 Tianjin Direct Aviation Expo"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979397327292109301) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T04:01Z 183.2K followers, 18.6K engagements


"British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has proposed that just as the U.S. is preparing a plan to end the Gaza war a draft peace agreement should also be prepared for Ukraine. Axios"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979509291141984461) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T11:26Z 183.2K followers, 4874 engagements


"BREAKING: A Cameroon-flagged oil tanker issued a distress call off Yemens Ahwar after an explosion onboard around XX nautical miles from the coast. All XX crew members reportedly prepared to abandon ship as rescue operations began. The cause of the blast remains unclear. Source: Reuters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979543561214554340) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T13:42Z 183.2K followers, 7903 engagements


"BANGLADESH: Massive fire erupts at Dhakas Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport all flights suspended as flames engulf the cargo terminal. Thick smoke covers the area with fears of hazardous materials fueling the blaze"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979551724890177624) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T14:14Z 183.2K followers, 5059 engagements


"Azerbaijan has reportedly received its first JF-17C Thunder fighter jets from  part of a $4.6B defence deal to acquire up to XX aircraft. A major boost for Bakus airpower and another export win for Pakistans JF-17 program"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979674542852513813) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-18T22:22Z 183.2K followers, 12.3K engagements


"JUST IN: US Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith: The next fight is coming. Trust me its coming"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979708982941106323) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-19T00:39Z 183.2K followers, 7828 engagements


"🚨BREAKING: Exclusive footage shows Azerbaijani Air Force JF-17s at Baku Airport. The first batch of JF-17C Thunder fighter jets has arrived from Pakistan marking the start of deliveries under a $4.6B deal for up to XX aircraft. This could be a game-changer for Azerbaijans airpower"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979760743680803011) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-19T04:05Z 183.2K followers, 25.1K engagements


"BREAKING: Iranian media claims Iran tested an ICBM with a 10000 km range. Gen. Mohammad Tehrani Moghaddam brother of Irans missile program founder Hasan Tehrani Moghaddam commented on the launch at a conference noting it was meant to show missile capabilities to its intended audience"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979763955221627384) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-19T04:18Z 183.2K followers, 13.7K engagements


"Israeli PM Netanyahu: Our eyes are on Iran our war with it is not over yet"  
[X Link](https://x.com/Defence_Index/status/1979806981763617236) [@Defence_Index](/creator/x/Defence_Index) 2025-10-19T07:09Z 183.2K followers, 4263 engagements