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Video Digest 02.06.2025
This week aviation fans will surely be pleased. In this digest you can learn about the American air-to-air missiles, the very special Japanese propeller-driven fighter, and the first Indian aircraft.
  • 2 June 2025
Moments of Valor: Canada
Every year on the first Sunday in June, Canada celebrates Armed Forces Day. At the start of the First World War, the Canadian Armed forces had just 3,500 men, but by the end of the war with conscription announced, they expanded to 400,000. 24,000 of these took part in battles in Europe. The conscription for the Second World War was even larger, with more than a million Canadians serving and of these, 42,000 died in combat. Currently, the Canadian Armed Forces have just over 90,000 personnel.
Yamato: The Decisive Spirit, and Ultimate Leviathan
We’re very happy to finally introduce the legend of legends, a ship that holds many records and cultural significance: the mighty Yamato will be joining War Thunder in the Leviathans major update!
A Decal and Discount on the T129 ATAK & F-104S TAF for Turkish Air Force Day!
The first air squadrons appeared in the Ottoman Empire on June 1st, 1911. This date is also celebrated in the Turkish Republic as Air Force Day. Under president Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the Turkish Air Force became one of the largest in Europe. They were modernized several times, which was facilitated by the country’s accession to NATO. Turkey was one of the five countries where F-16 fighters were produced.
USS Iowa: The Battleship of Presidents
Legendary and invincible, a living symbol of the might of the American fleet. Welcome to the game, USS Iowa!
Pre-order: Leopard 2 (OTCo)
Today, pre-orders for the new Dutch Leopard premium with cool looks have started!
IRIS-T SLM and Multi-Vehicle SAM Systems!
The upcoming War Thunder Leviathans update brings multi-vehicle SAM systems to the game. One of them is the German IRIS-T SLM that we’ll be looking at today!
"Leviathans" Update Trailer!
Introducing the next major update trailer for War Thunder: Leviathans!
Special
Get the SAV 20.12.48 and a New Decal for Swedish National Security Forces Day!
The Swedish National Security Forces were founded on May 29th 1940. They consist of 50 battalions and are the rapid reaction force and military reserve of the Swedish Army.
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  • 29 May 2025
The VRCC is Available On Spain’s Armed Forces Day!
In 1978, with the adoption of a new Constitution, Spain began modernizing its armed forces. That same year an institutional event was approved, celebrated on the closest Saturday to May 30th every year, paying tribute to military personnel.
RN Roma: City at Sea
Today, we’ll be taking a look at RN Roma, one of three Littorio-class battleships constructed as the most advanced capital ships for the Italian Navy during the Second World War.
Falkland Islands for Air Battles & Visual Improvements to Berlin and Kuban!
Today we’re excited to show you a new location coming to Air Battles in the next major update: the Falkland Islands (known as Islas Malvinas in Argentina)! Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, this island is a British Overseas Territory that we have set during the 1980s, specifically during the period of the Falklands Conflict.
USS Des Moines Returns on its Anniversary!
On May 28th 1945, the USS Des Moines heavy cruiser was laid down and was the third American ship to be named after the capital of the state of Iowa. During her service life, she traveled all over the world, demonstrating the readiness of the US Navy to meet any challenge.
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  • 28 May 2025
Discounts on the Fw 190 & Bf 109 Variants for the Anniversary of their First Flights!
On May 28th 1935, the German Bf 109 made its first flight! This famous and iconic aircraft was used throughout the Second World War and post-war in several variants. Four years later on June 1st 1939, the Fw 190 fighter designed by Kurt Tank took to the air for the first time. Together, these legendary aircraft formed the backbone of Germany’s Luftwaffe during the Second World War, and were flown by some of the most successful aces in history.
Sovetsky Soyuz: Red Oceans
Today we’ll be taking a look at the Sovetsky Soyuz which was supposed to become the core of the USSR’s fleet, but the outbreak of war put an end to these plans.
Pages of History (June): Rough Rider
In this month’s Pages of History, you will find yourself in the midst of key historical events across different theaters of war. Normandy and the Soviet Union, Libya and the Philippines — take part in battles using vehicles corresponding to these historic conflicts and earn rewards! 
The Milan is Temporarily Available With a Discount for the Anniversary of its First Flight!
On May 29th 1970, the French Milan (“Kite”) jet fighter flew for the first time. This jet was created through an order from the Swiss Air Force and combined the Mirage III base with the Jaguar’s weapons. The core difference of the Milan was the folding canards at the front of the plane, nicknamed the whiskers.
Richelieu: The Last French Gunslinger
Today we’re taking a look at Richelieu, the lead ship of the last class of French battleships built during the 1930s in an effort to counter the latest capital ships of the Italian and German navies.