China has showcased the CJ-1000, a land-based scramjet-powered hypersonic missile, during a military parade in Beijing. A Chinese military magazine claims the system gives Beijing an edge over the United States in operational scramjet weapons. But Is China truly ahead in the hypersonic race? Watch the full breakdown.


China Unveils CJ-1000 Scramjet Missile, Hypersonic Race With US Intensifies | Gravitas

#Gravitas Laser weapons are fast emerging as the weapon of choice, and around the world, militaries are racing to integrate them into combat. Ukraine is the latest to join this race. To counter Russian drone attacks and amidst shortages of air defence missiles, Ukrainian engineers have developed a homegrown laser system called Sunray.   


Ukraine Weapons: The Global Race for Laser Weapons 

The ceasefire has officially collapsed. Russia has unleashed the Kh-32, a supersonic monster designed to evade the world's best air defences. Known for its high speed and steep flight profile, the missile has long posed a serious challenge for Ukraine’s air defenses. Kyiv says that Russian forces are now increasingly relying on this missile to target Ukraine.


Ukraine's Nemesis: Russia's Deadly Kh-32 Missiles Rain Death & Destruction

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) confirmed that Russia used its hypersonic Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in an overnight strike on the Lviv region, close to the EU and NATO borders.


 Russia Fires Hypersonic Missiles in Ukraine Near NATO Border 

Air-to-air missiles miss targets in combat. Vietnam War showed 8-15 per cent hit rates versus 65-71 per cent test predictions. Chaff, flares, and electronic warfare systems disrupt missile guidance successfully.

Air-to-air missiles miss targets in combat. Vietnam War showed 8-15 per cent hit rates versus 65-71 per cent test predictions. Chaff, flares, and electronic warfare systems disrupt missile guidance successfully.

Can air-to-air missiles miss their targets?

India's Agni-V missile successfully tested MIRV technology, allowing a single launch to strike up to 12 separate targets hundreds of kilometres apart. This makes India the fifth nation to master this capability.

India's Agni-V missile successfully tested MIRV technology, allowing a single launch to strike up to multiple targets hundreds of kilometres apart. This makes India the fifth nation to master this capability.

'One missile, multiple targets': The deadly MIRV capability of Agni-V

India’s Agni-V now features MIRV technology, allowing it to carry up to 12 nuclear warheads to strike multiple targets. This makes India one of the few nations with such advanced power.

India’s Agni-V now features MIRV technology, allowing it to multiple nuclear warheads to strike multiple targets. This makes India one of the few nations with such advanced power.

'MIRV technology': How Agni-V can carry multiple nuclear warheads at once

India's Agni missile series evolved over 35 years from a 700 km range in 1989 to 5,000+ km intercontinental capability. Latest Agni-V MIRV test in 2024 demonstrates India's advanced missile technology.


India's Agni missile series evolved over 35 years from a 700 km range in 1989 to 5,000+ km intercontinental capability. Latest Agni-V MIRV test in 2024 demonstrates India's advanced missile technology.

From Agni I to Agni V: How India built long-range missile capability

These top 8 advanced air-to-air missiles now combine short-range dogfight and long-range standoff capabilities. From America's AMRAAM to Europe's Meteor and India's Astra, these versatile systems reshape modern air combat.

These top 8 advanced air-to-air missiles now combine short-range dogfight and long-range standoff capabilities. From America's AMRAAM to Europe's Meteor and India's Astra, these versatile systems reshape modern air combat.

Top 8 air-to-air missiles that can be used for both short- and long-range combat

The top10 most exported air-to-air missiles, including the AIM-9 and Meteor, that dominate the world's skies. These weapons form the core of global aerial combat capability.

The top10 most exported air-to-air missiles, including the AIM-9 and Meteor, that dominate the world's skies. These weapons form the core of global aerial combat capability.

Top 10 most exported air-to-air missiles used by global air forces

Here are top 10 short-range dogfight missiles used worldwide, featuring advanced heat-seeking tech and extreme agility for modern aerial combat.

Here are top 10 short-range dogfight missiles used worldwide, featuring advanced heat-seeking tech and extreme agility for modern aerial combat.

Top 10 short-range dogfight missiles used worldwide

Russia has deployed its Oreshnik missile system in Belarus, showcasing the nuclear-capable hypersonic weapon amid rising tensions, a move that signals deeper military coordination between Moscow and Minsk.


Europe now in Russia's direct reach, Moscow shows deployment of hypersonic Oreshnik missile

Submarine-launched ballistic missiles are among the deadliest weapons because they guarantee a hidden second-strike capability. Stealthy submarines carrying MIRV missiles can strike with little warning, making first strikes futile and ensuring nuclear deterrence and strategic stability.


Submarine-launched ballistic missiles are among the deadliest weapons because they guarantee a hidden second-strike capability. Stealthy submarines carrying MIRV missiles can strike with little warning, making first strikes futile and ensuring nuclear deterrence and strategic stability.

‘Submarine-launched missiles’: Why they are considered among the deadliest weapons

The F-35 Lightning II carries a wide mix of precision weapons, from laser-guided bombs to long-range glide and cruise missiles. These systems allow accurate strikes on moving and hardened targets, all-weather attacks and standoff missions while maintaining stealth and battlefield flexibility.


The F-35 Lightning II carries a wide mix of precision weapons, from laser-guided bombs to long-range glide and cruise missiles. These systems allow accurate strikes on moving and hardened targets, all-weather attacks and standoff missions while maintaining stealth and battlefield flexibility.

7 precision bombs the F-35 fighter jet uses for ground strike missions

laser defence systems like Iron Beam and DragonFire are changing modern warfare with shots costing only a few dollars, unlimited ammunition, and instant response. Know below how cheap energy weapons could reshape air defence and challenge traditional missile systems forever.


laser defence systems like Iron Beam and DragonFire are changing modern warfare with shots costing only a few dollars, unlimited ammunition, and instant response. Know below how cheap energy weapons could reshape air defence and challenge traditional missile systems forever.

How Iron Beam could make missiles useless in future wars

India’s major defence deals involve huge investments in jets, missiles, tanks, and naval power. From Su-30MKI fighters to BrahMos missiles and new warships, the modernisation push reveals growing strength.

India’s major defence deals involve huge investments in jets, missiles, tanks, and naval power. From Su-30MKI fighters to BrahMos missiles and new warships, the modernisation push reveals growing strength.

‘From BrahMos missile to Rafale fighter jet’: India’s top 10 defence deals since independence

Agni-V reaches 5,000-8,000km versus Minuteman III's 14,000km. Agni-V carries 10-12 MIRVs versus Minuteman III's 3 warheads. Both feature three-stage solid designs. Agni-V achieves sub-100m accuracy using Ring Laser Gyro. Mobile deployment gives Agni-V survivability.

Agni-V reaches 5,000-8,000km versus Minuteman III's 14,000km. Agni-V carries 10-12 MIRVs versus Minuteman III's 3 warheads. Both feature three-stage solid designs. Agni-V achieves sub-100m accuracy using Ring Laser Gyro. Mobile deployment gives Agni-V survivability.

Agni-V vs intercontinental systems: technology compared

China showcased its JL-1 submarine-launched ballistic missile during the Victory Day Parade, marking a rare public appearance of the strategic weapon. The display highlighted China’s expanding military modernization efforts and served as a symbolic demonstration of deterrence and national strength. The debut drew significant global attention, underscoring the geopolitical importance of China’s evolving defense capabilities.

JL-1 Ballistic Missile Debuted at China's Victory Day Parade

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has publicly showcased its missile and drone arsenal for the first time since the June war with Israel. The display featured Emad and Khorramshahr ballistic missiles, the hypersonic Fattah system, advanced air-defense radars, and new-generation drones, signaling Tehran’s expanding military capabilities amid rising regional tensions.

Iran Unveils Missiles & Drones for First Time Since June War with Israel

Doomsday Missile The U.S. recently test-fired the "Doomsday" Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on November 5, 2025. 


Doomsday missile: US tests ballistic missile days after Trump vows to restart nuclear tests

The deadliest missiles like Russia’s RS-28 Sarmat and China’s DF-41 can strike targets across continents with multiple warheads and advanced tech. These missiles shape global military balance. 

The deadliest missiles like Russia’s RS-28 Sarmat and China’s DF-41 can strike targets across continents with multiple warheads and advanced tech. These missiles shape global military balance.&nbsp;

7 deadliest missiles that can strike across continents

Anti-ship missiles have evolved from WWII radio-guided weapons to hypersonic missiles like BrahMos. These advanced weapons change naval combat tactics and power balances worldwide. 

Anti-ship missiles have evolved from WWII radio-guided weapons to hypersonic missiles like BrahMos. These advanced weapons change naval combat tactics and power balances worldwide.&nbsp;

How anti-ship missiles are changing the future of naval warfare

Iran appears to be stepping up the rebuilding of its ballistic missile program, despite the reintroduction last month of United Nations sanctions that ban arms sales to the country and ballistic missile activity.


Reports: Despite UN sanctions, Chinese ships keep arming Iran

China's shadow role in Iran's missile boom

Russia has launched a massive barrage of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, while Kyiv retaliated with long-range attacks on Moscow. Amid this escalation, new reports suggest Russia plans to produce up to 1,200 Iskander-M ballistic missiles by 2027 — a major expansion of its strike capabilities. Analysts warn this move could reshape the battlefield, intensify the arms race, and further strain European security.

Reports: Russia to Produce 1,200 Iskander-M Missiles by 2027

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning, claiming that Iran is actively developing intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of striking cities across the United States. The statement, made during a high-level security briefing, escalates tensions as Israel signals preparedness for a potential new conflict. With nuclear talks stalled and proxy clashes intensifying, Netanyahu’s remarks point to a growing threat that could pull global powers deeper into the Middle East crisis.

Netanyahu Claims Iran Is Building Missiles to Hit U.S. Cities

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te said that his country will build a new multi-layered air defence system called T-Dome to create a safety net for the country.


Taiwan to accelerate multi-layered air defense system

India’s defence exports have hit a record high, surging 34 times in 11 years.
Four homegrown companies are leading this global push, exporting everything from missiles to radar and anti-drone systems.
How has "Made in India" made a mark on the world arms race stage?
Find out here.

Made in India, Armed for the World; The 4 Companies Powering India’s Defence Export Surge

Pentagon: The United States has approved a potential $1.23 billion missile sale to Germany, authorizing up to 400 AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) and related equipment.


US approves $1.2 billion missile sale to Germany

Amid the roar of China’s military parade on September 3, a few trucks rolled through Tiananmen Square with camouflaged loads tagged “CJ-1000”.
The trucks were hauling surface-launched hypersonic cruise missiles also known as Long Sword-1000s – weapons designed for ultra-long-range strikes on “system-node targets on the ground, at sea or in the air”, according to Chinese state media.

China debuts world’s first hypersonic plane killer missile in its military parade

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