Armée Azeri / Azerbaijani Armed Forces / Azərbaycan Silahlı Qüvvələri

Magreb777, tu connais le et la calibre du fusil de précision de la première photo ?
On dirait un Accuracy en .50 bmg.
Parce que les azeris utilisent aussi le fameux istiglal en calibre 14,5 (la Jordanie aussi utilisé ce fusil monstrueux).

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Le défilé de la Victoire à Moscou, le 9 mai 2015

PGM a écrit:

Magreb777, tu connais le et la calibre du fusil de précision de la première photo ?
On dirait un Accuracy en .50 bmg.
Parce que les azeris utilisent aussi le fameux istiglal en calibre 14,5 (la Jordanie aussi utilisé ce fusil monstrueux).

Sur le première photo, c'est un yalguzag en 7,62 OTAN.

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Company officials state that the Azerbaijani defence industry has already manufactured 100 Yalguzag bolt-action sniper rifles for its armed forces.
The Yalguzag is chambered in the 7.62x51 mm NATO calibre, not the Russian 7.62x54R mm widely used in Azerbaijan before.  

http://www.janes.com/article/51357/idef-2015-azerbaijan-displays-firearm-developments

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Les deux militaires azerbaïdjanais disparus retrouvés morts


http://fr.apa.az/xeber_les_deux_militaires_azerba__djanais_dispa_24584.html

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Photo: 2S7 Pion self-propelled gun Azerbaijani Army during military exercises By Dylan Vosman - Aug 28, 2015



According to the approved by the Minister of Defense of Azerbaijan, Colonel-General Zakir Hasanov plan, military units and artillery and rocket forces conducted exercises in combat shooting. The 2S7 carries a crew of fourteen; seven are carried by the Pion and seven are with an auxiliary vehicle. The system carries four rounds of ammunition; four more rounds are carried by the support vehicle. Due to the long range, the crew can fire one or two rounds and leave position before the first round hits the enemy position over 40km away. This makes the 2S7 less susceptible to return fire, from an enemy without an anti-artillery system such as ARTHUR.





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Azeri coastguard receives first Saar 62 OPV, plus new Shaldag FAC

Mrityunjoy Mazumdar, Alameda, California - IHS Jane's Navy International

10 November 2015


The Azerbaijan Coast Guard's first Saar 62 offshore patrol vessel (S 201) on its launch cradle at the Ship Construction and Repair Center
in Turkan. The ship's equipment fit is visible. Source: President's Office, Azerbaijan


The Azerbaijan Coast Guard's Ship Construction and Repair Center in Turkan has built the first of up to six Saar 62 offshore patrol vessels (OPVs), as well as the coastguard's sixth Shaldag Mk V fast attack craft (FAC).

The developments were confirmed in a press release from the Azeri Border Guard Service (DSX) - which has jurisdiction over the coastguard - issued at the pre-launch inspection of the vessels by Azeri president Ilham Aliyev in early September.

The OPV (pennant number S 201) was launched on 9 September; the FAC (pennant number S 306) entered the water on 16 September.

It is understood that another OPV is in build in the yard's covered construction hall. The hall has capacity for at least three vessels to be constructed simultaneously.


The coastguard's sixth Shaldag Mk V fast attack craft (S 306), which was launched on 16 September. (Azerbaijan State Border Guard Service)

The 61.8 m-long, 470-ton Saar 62 has a maximum speed of 32 kt. Armament comprises a 23 mm ZU cannon in a Typhoon remotely controlled weapon system (RCWS), four 12-barrelled launchers for the AMP decoy system, Rafael's MLS-NLOS eight-cell launcher with an integrated electro-optical (EO) device for firing the 25 km Spike NLOS missile, two 12.7 mm heavy machine guns in Mini Typhoon RCWS mounts, and two pintle-mounted 7.62 mm Negev light machine guns (LMGs). Sensors include Elta's EL/M-2228X radar, a mast-mounted Toplite EO fire-control director, a Furuno navigation radar, and a diver detection sonar. The OPV can embark a light helicopter.

The 32.65 m-long, 95-ton Shaldag Mk V has a maximum speed of 40 kt. Armament includes a 23 mm Typhoon RCWS, two Mini Typhoon RCWSs, LMGs, and a four-tube Spike ER launcher. A Toplite director provides fire control.

All five Shaldags built to date are operational.
 

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Belarus continues to upgrade Buk air defense missile system for Azerbaijan named Buk-MB.

Belarus continues upgrading Buk air defense missile systems for Azerbaijan’s Armed Forces using Russian-made components, a source in the Belarusian defense and industrial sector told TASS on Tuesday, January 19, 2016.




"The upgrade of Buk air defense missile systems to the Buk-MB version is under way for Azerbaijan’s Armed Forces," the source said.

"The systems will be modernized later than scheduled as Azerbaijan does not have enough money," the source added.

"A number of Russian-made components are being used to upgrade the air defense missile systems," the source said without specifying them.

It became known at the ADEX-2014 international armament exhibition in Baku that Azerbaijan’s Armed Forces had received two battalion sets of Buk-MB air defense missile systems with six launchers and three launcher-loaders each.

The TSP Design Bureau in Belarus is upgrading Buk air defense missile systems. Kazakhstan and other countries are showing interest in the Buk-MB version.

In May on the MILEX-2005 exposition in Minsk, Belarus presented their own modification of 9K37 Buk called Buk-MB. On 26 June 2013 an exported version of Buk-MB was displayed on a military parade in Baku. It included the new 80K6M Ukrainian-build radar on an MZKT chassis (instead the old 9S18M1) and the new Russian-build missile 9M317 (as in Buk-M2).





http://www.armyrecognition.com/january_2016_global_defense_security_news_industry/belarus_continues_to_upgrade_buk_air_defense_missile_system_for_azerbaijan_named_buk-mb_12001161.html

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De violents combats éclatent entre l'Arménie et l'Azerbaïdjan, faisant 30 morts 09:15 - De violents combats éclatent entre l'Arménie et l'Azerbaïdjan, faisant 30 morts


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Harop loitering munition makes combat debut in Nagorno-Karabakh

Gareth Jennings, London - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
05 April 2016


Azerbaijani forces fighting in the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh have used the Harop/Harpy 2 against Armenian positions in what is believed to be the Israeli-made loitering munition's first use in an open combat role.

Footage posted on YouTube on 4 April by Azerbaijani Armed Forces Qarabag (not an official site for the Azerbaijani Armed Forces) shows an Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Harop appear to acquire a target on the ground before crashing into it. The impact takes place beyond a ridge line and no explosion is visible.

The footage is confirmed by several regional media outlets. According to their reports, the Harop targeted a bus carrying Armenian 'volunteer' forces near the front lines, destroying it and killing "five or six".

The Harop is a 'kamikaze' unmanned aerial vehicle launched by a solid-propellant booster rocket from a ground-based storage container, with the outer-wings folding out once airborne. Powered by a rotary engine driving a pusher propeller, the Harop is believed to have a cruising speed of 100 kt (185 km/h) and a maximum range of greater than 500 km. However, the direct line-of-sight datalink capability enables operator control at ranges of up to 150 km.

Ground controllers use the Harop's IAI Tamam POP-200 electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor turret to acquire a target then crash onto it the vehicle and its 15 kg explosive fragmentation warhead. The Harop can attack from any direction and at any attack angle from flat to vertical.

Although intended to be derived from the earlier Harpy, the Harop is in effect an entirely new vehicle. The Harpy's circular fuselage and delta-wing have been replaced in the Harop with a more complex profile and a delta wing with downward-folding outer panels of reduced lead-edge sweep.

In June 2015 IAI disclosed that it had recently completed a series of flight demonstrations of the Harop for an undisclosed foreign customer.

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Azerbaijani MoD Registers 113 Karabakh Ceasefire Violations in 24 Hours

The Armenian Armed Forces violated the ceasefire along the line of contact in Nagorno-Karabakh 113 times over the last 24 hours, the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry's press service said Tuesday.

BAKU (Sputnik) — On April 2, tensions escalated in Nagorno-Karabakh, an Azerbaijani breakaway region with a predominantly Armenian population. Baku and Yerevan accused each other of provoking the hostilities, however, the sides succeeded in reaching a ceasefire agreement on April 5, which has been followed by near-daily reports of truce violations.


The Armenian Armed Forces violated the ceasefire along the line of contact in Nagorno-Karabakh 113 times over the last 24 hours, the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry's press service said Tuesday.

BAKU (Sputnik) — On April 2, tensions escalated in Nagorno-Karabakh, an Azerbaijani breakaway region with a predominantly Armenian population. Baku and Yerevan accused each other of provoking the hostilities, however, the sides succeeded in reaching a ceasefire agreement on April 5, which has been followed by near-daily reports of truce violations.



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Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict Escalates As Azeribaijan Forces Violate Ceasefire


Azerbaijani forces have violated the ceasefire in the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh early on Tuesday by shelling border positions.

YEREVAN (Sputnik) — Azerbaijani forces have violated the ceasefire in the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh early on Tuesday by shelling enemy positions, the self-proclaimed Nagorno-Karabakh Republic's (NKR) Defense Ministry said.

"Early on May 3, the enemy has violated the ceasefire agreement and used various firearms and 82mm mortars to fire along the line of contact between Karabakh and Azerbaijani forces," the ministry said in a statement.

Front units of the Nagorno-Karabakh Defense Army are in control of the situation and continue to carry out their combat duty, the ministry added.
The violence in Nagorno-Karabakh escalated on April 2. Baku and Yerevan have accused each other of provoking hostilities that led to multiple deaths on each side. The sides agreed to a ceasefire on April 5, but clashes have continued.
The conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh began in 1988, when the autonomous region sought to secede from the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic, before proclaiming independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. The warring sides agreed to a cessation of hostilities in 1994.


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Azerbaijan shows interest to import defense products from Pakistan.

The delegation headed by Azerbaijani Minister of Defense Industry Yaver Jamalov on April 26-27 paid a visit to Pakistan to participate in the 6th session of Azerbaijan-Pakistan Intergovernmental Commission on economic cooperation, The News reported.






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Azerbaijan to Buy 10 Ukrainian An-178 Aircraft
(Source: UNIAN Ukrainian News Agency; posted June 7, 2016)
The CEO of the Azerbaijani company signed the agreement on the purchase of ten Ukrainian-made An-178 aircraft with the Ukrainian state enterprise Antonov, according to Ukrainian TV Channel 5.

The price of the contract has not been disclosed, but it has become known that the first advance payment has already been made by Azerbaijan's company. The amount of prepayment has not been disclosed either.

The report says the negotiations have lasted for nearly a year.

The Antonov An-178 will be delivered to Azerbaijan in two shipments within two years: two aircraft to be delivered first, followed by another eight, which may be assembled in the territory of Azerbaijan.

The An-178 aircraft made its first flight last year. As of now, there have been 77 landings. Testing of the aircraft is underway. An-178 can transport up to 18 tonnes of various cargo.

The aircraft accelerates to 850 kilometers per hour and flies at a cruising altitude of about 12 kilometers.

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http://www.defense-aerospace.com/articles-view/release/3/174484/azerbaijan-to-buy-ten-an_178-transport-aircraft.html

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President of Azerbaijan reviews new second degree border guard ship of Border Service
Jun 16, 2016




President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has reviewed a newly-constructed second degree border guard ship (OPV-62) and a newly commissioned state-of –the –art high speed boats at the Shipyard and Repair Center of the Coast Guard of the State Border Service. That reported by azeridefence.com.

Chairman of the State Border Service, commander of the Border Troops, Colonel-General Elchin Guliyev reported to Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Ilham Aliyev.

The head of state watched a film about the activity of the border guard ships of the Coast Guard and viewed a stand reflecting the vessels` technical parameters.

President Ilham Aliyev was informed that the new ship was supplied with the perfect navigation and radio communication equipment, state-of-the-art weapons, including missiles and rockets against weapons complex, day and night vision surveillance systems and hydro acoustic device. The border guard ship is equipped with high speed boat and is capable of carrying out service duties under the hard swimming conditions. It is 62 m in length.

The ship has a helipad. The vessel will be used for the protection of state borders, production and transportation of hydrocarbon resources and the implementation of service duties to ensure the security of infrastructure.

The head of state viewed the conditions created in the ship.

President Ilham Aliyev then inspected the crossing of the border guard ships.



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quote]Baku, Ankara Start Joint Military Exercises in Turkey




BAKU (Sputnik) – Baku and Ankara are holding joint military drills in Turkey, the Azerbaijan Defense Ministry said Monday.
"According to the military plan of bilateral cooperation, Azerbaijan and Turkey launched the ISIK-2016 military drills," a press release from the ministry reads.

According to the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry, three Mil Mi-17 military transport helicopters and three Mil Mi-35 attack helicopters left Azerbaijan for a Turkish military base in the central city of Konya.

The exercises, that according to media reports will reportedly involve troops from Hungary, Romania, Saudi Arabia and Northern Cyprus, are due to last until June 30.


http://sputniknews.com/world/20160620/1041618122/turkey-azerbaijan-joint-military-exercises.html



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Azerbaijan to Get New Weapons, Military Equipment Supplies



Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said that Azerbaijan is buying new weapons and other military equipment, local media reported Saturday.
BAKU (Sputnik) — The violence in Nagorno-Karabakh, an Azerbaijani breakaway region with a predominantly Armenian population, escalated on April 2. Baku and Yerevan have accused each other of provoking hostilities that led to multiple deaths on both sides. The parties agreed on a ceasefire on April 5.


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Azerbaijan showcase new «SandCat» armored vehicles purchased from Israeli Plasan company


Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan made a presentation of 4×4 SandCat armored vehicles purchased from Israeli Plasan company, reported by azeridefence.com.

AzeriDefence reports that on 25 June president of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev got acknowledged with these vehicles.

According to photos taken at the event it is seen that Armed Forces of Azerbaijan purchased 4 modifications of these vehicles. Among them it need to be mentioned remote controlled and surveillance electric optic system.

The vehicles are equipped with Mini Samson remote weapon stations (RWS) with 12,7 mm NSVT machine gun, produced by Rafael. Other vehicles are equipped with new Samson MLS RWS with two Spike-LR antitank missiles of Rafael.

“Samson MLS” is integrated with optic system and laser distance measurer which can be used in any weather condition.


http://defence-blog.com/army/azerbaijan-showcase-new-sandcat-armored-vehicles-purchased-from-israeli-plasan-company.html

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Azerbaijan makes advance payment for two Ukrainian AN-178 aircraft
Jul 8, 2016


Ukraine has already received advance payment for the first two aircraft An-178 in accordance with the contract with Azerbaijan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Regional Development, Construction, Housing and Utilities of Ukraine Hennady Zubko has made a statement during his visit to Antonov state enterprise, Ukrinform reports.

“There is a contract for 10 aircraft. There is advance payment , listed on the first two aircraft in June. Here we thank Azerbaijan, who is not afraid to finance “, – the minister said.

According to minister, “Antonov” real request from the aircraft there Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan and other countries.

It was reported that Azerbaijan became the launch customer for the An-178. The agreement with the State Enterprise “Antonov” was signed in May 2015.
http://defence-blog.com/news/azerbaijan-makes-advance-payment-for-two-ukrainian-an-178-aircraft.html

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Ministry of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan has received a new Sentry armored personnel carrier
Jul 12, 2016


The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan has received a new Sentry armored personnel carrier developed by AZCAN Defence company. AZCAN is a joint venture representing interests from both Canada and Azerbaijan.

The new Sentry armored personnel carrier is a tactical attack and defense vehicle designed to serve in extreme climate conditions.

The Sentry APC can be equipped with dual protective layers ensuring its passengers safety from both ballistic as well as blast attacks. The advanced armoring materials provide protection against 7.62×51 SC ammunition, 7.62×51 M80 NATO Ball ammunition and tested to meet NIJ-STD-0108.01 Level III as well as CEN Level BR7 ballistic standards.

The vehicle provides a high level of protection and comfort to its passengers in almost any climate condition from extremely low temperatures to tropical heat waves thanks to the extra layer of cabin insulation and smart ventilation system. The vehicle’s configurable seating arrangements allow its occupants to efficiently operate the vehicle while maintaining tactical positions.



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Armenia Violates Karabakh Ceasefire 16 Times Over Last 24 Hours – Azeri MoD


Armenia has violated the ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh 16 times during last 24 hours, the Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry said on Monday in a statement.

BAKU (Sputnik) – Violence erupted in Nagorno-Karabakh on April 2, and led to multiple casualties. The parties to the conflict signed a Russian-brokered ceasefire on April 5, but mutual accusations have not stopped so far.


"Despite the reached agreement on the ceasefire regime on the contact line in Karabakh, the Armenian side violated the regime across the line 16 times in last 24 hours," the statement said.
Azerbaijan's Armenian-dominated breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh proclaimed its independence in 1991. After the military conflict ended in 1994, Azerbaijan lost control over the region.

http://sputniknews.com/military/20160725/1043578902/armenia-violates-karabakh-ceasefire.html

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Armenia Violates Ceasefire in Karabakh Eight Times During Last 24 Hours

Armenia has eight times violated Nagorno-Karabakh`s ceasefire, the Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry said on Saturday in a statement.


BAKU (Sputnik) – Armenia has violated the ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh eight times during last 24 hours, the Azerbaijan’s Defense Ministry said on Saturday in a statement.
"Despite the earlier reached agreement on the ceasefire regime on the contact line in Karabakh, the Armenian side violated the regime across the line eight times in last 24 hours," the statement said.

The Defense Ministry of the self-proclaimed Nagorno-Karabakh Republic accused Azerbaijan of 25 violations of the ceasefire regime.

"Overnight into August 6, Azerbaijan’s armed forces violated the ceasefire regime across the contact line 25 times, firing more than 330 times with light weapons of various calibers at the Armenian positions," the statement of the Defense Ministry read.Azerbaijan's Armenian-dominated breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh proclaimed its independence in 1991. After the military conflict ended in 1994, Azerbaijan lost control over the region.

Violence erupted in Nagorno-Karabakh on April 2, and led to multiple casualties. The parties to the conflict signed a Russian-brokered ceasefire on April 5, but mutual accusations have not stopped so far.

http://sputniknews.com/military/20160806/1043993904/armenia-azerbaijan-cesaefire-violations.html