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UAE Seeks to Bolster Arms Industry to Reduce Imports

The UAE is on the offensive to develop its defense industry in a bid to wean itself off dependence on imports.

Thailand First International Buyer of US AT-6 Wolverine Aircraft

The Royal Thai Air Force has awarded a $143-million contract to Textron Aviation Defense LLC for the supply of eight AT-6 Wolverines.

Azerbaijan Says 7 Killed in Border Clashes With Armenia

Seven Azerbaijani troops have been killed in border clashes with Armenia near the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Swiss MPs to Probe Decision to Buy F-35 Fighters

A Swiss parliamentary committee will probe the government's decision to purchase 36 Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jets to replace its aging fleet.

Russia Offers Turkey Help Developing Next-Gen Fighters

Russia has offered its help in developing next-generation combat jets for the Turkish military, a top Russian defense official revealed.

Secret General Atomics Drone Packs 16 Hellfire Missiles: Report 

General Atomics has reportedly developed an unmanned aerial system capable of carrying more armament than any current American drone.

Russia to Upgrade Su-30SM Jet, S-550 Missile Defense System

Rostec will be upgrading the Su-30SM combat aircraft and S-350 medium-range air-defense missile system.

France Boosts Space Surveillance With Satellites Launch

France on Tuesday boosted its space surveillance capabilities with the launch of three electromagnetic-monitoring military satellites.

UAE Shows Interest in Russia’s ‘Checkmate’ Fighter

The chief of Russian defense corporation Rostec revealed that the UAE has shown interest in its fifth-generation Su-75 Checkmate fighter developed by Sukhoi.

Turkey’s Baykar to Provide More Combat Drones to Ukraine

Turkish aerospace firm Baykar Defence will supply more Bayraktar TB2 combat drones to the Ukrainian armed forces.

XTEND Raises $20M for AR/AI-Powered Drone Operating System

Israeli drone developer XTEND has raised $20 million in initial funding to ramp up production of its augmented reality and artificial intelligence-powered drone operating system.

Upgraded Patriot Missile Achieves Key Milestone

Lockheed Martin's upgraded Patriot Advanced Capability-3 interceptor demonstrated integration with the US Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System.

Ugandan Capital Hit by Twin Explosions in ‘Attack’

Two explosions hit Uganda's capital Kampala, injuring a number of people in what police termed an attack on the city.

India Receives Initial Russian S-400s Amid US Opposition

India is set to take delivery of its first Russian S-400 anti-aircraft surface-to-air missile systems next month despite strong US opposition.

US Slams Russia for ‘Irresponsible’ Space Missile Test

The United States denounced Russia for conducting a "dangerous and irresponsible" missile strike.

New Carnage Leaves Dozens Dead Across Eastern DR Congo

New carnage in the troubled east of DR Congo has seen dozens killed in recent days.