Zelensky to Ink Air Security Deal With Saudi Arabia on Surprise Visit: Source to AFP
Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Saudi Arabia for an unannounced visit, as the war in Iran spurs interest among Gulf countries in Ukrainian technology.
Gulf Countries Targeted in Fresh Attacks
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reported coming under fresh attacks on Monday morning, with explosions and sirens sounding over the oil-rich Gulf.
Iran Guards Say Targeted US Forces at Saudi Base With Missiles
Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they had launched a missile salvo at US forces stationed at a major base in Saudi Arabia's Al-Kharj.
Saudi Arabia Says Intercepted Dozens of Drones Entering Its Airspace
Saudi Arabia intercepted dozens of drones entering its airspace, as Iran keeps attacking oil-rich Gulf countries.
Saudi Arabia Turns to Ukraine for Air Defense Weapons Amid Iran Strikes
Saudi Arabia has turned to Ukraine to counter Iranian drone and missile attacks, reportedly signing a contract and negotiating a separate “huge deal” that could be finalized this week.
Iran Targets Gulf Energy Installations as Oil Prices Surge
Iran launched fresh strikes on energy installations in the Gulf , including a petroleum complex in Bahrain, as oil prices soared.
Israel’s Next Strategic Rival: The Saudi–Turkish Alliance
What could reshape Israel’s qualitative military edge is not a new alliance against it, but a Saudi–Turkish defense industry built beyond the Washington's control.
Turkey’s ULAQ Global to Localize Drone Boat Production in Saudi Arabia
Turkish defense firm ULAQ Global Autonomous Systems has signed a deal with Saudi Arabia to jointly develop and produce unmanned surface vessels in the kingdom.
Saudi Arabia Buys C-27J MPA With Weapons Capability From Leonardo
Saudi Arabia has ordered four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft from Leonardo, marking the first time the MPA variant has been procured with a maritime weapon system integration capability.
Saudi Pilatus Fleet Logs 100,000 Flight Hours With Pratt & Whitney Engines
RTX segment Pratt & Whitney Canada has announced that the Royal Saudi Air Force’s Pilatus PC-21 fleet has reached 100,000 flight hours, powered by the company’s PT6A engines.
Saudi Arabia Debuts Fire Support Vehicle With Distinctive Layout, 105mm Punch
From tight city streets to vast desert corridors, Saudi forces can now deliver 105mm firepower with enhanced speed and visibility, thanks to a bold new crew-forward vehicle design.
Saudi Arabia Orders $238M in MU90 Torpedoes From Fincantieri’s WASS
Saudi Arabia has placed an order for MU90 lightweight torpedoes from Fincantieri subsidiary WASS Submarine Systems, valued at over 200 million euros ($238 million).
L3Harris, Saudi Arabia Sign AI-Focused Defense Cooperation Deal
L3Harris has signed a new cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that puts advanced command-and-control and AI capabilities at the center.
Hyundai Eyes Spot on Saudi Warship Program at World Defense Show
South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries will advance its planned bid for Saudi Arabia’s next-generation frigate program at the biennial World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, the Middle East’s largest defense exhibition.
Somalia Signs Defense Agreement With Saudi Arabia
Somalia Monday signed a defense agreement with Saudi Arabia, as the Horn of Africa becomes an arena for proxy wars between Gulf monarchies, with Abu Dhabi at loggerheads with Riyadh.
US Approves Saudi Arabia’s F-15 Sustainment Under $3-Billion Deal
The Royal Saudi Air Force’s F-15 fleet is set to receive sustainment services following the US State Department’s approval of a potential $3-billion foreign military sale.
US Approves $9-Billion Patriot Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia
The US State Department has approved a potential $9-billion foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors and related equipment.
Lockheed Martin to Support Saudi Arabia’s Digital Push With New Software Factory
Lockheed Martin has revealed the establishment of its new software development center in Saudi Arabia, supporting the government’s rapid development of sovereign digital capabilities and the company’s portfolio expansion.
Turkey ‘In Talks’ With Pakistan and Saudi Over Defense Pact
Turkey is holding talks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to join a defense alliance established in September between the two countries.
Yemen Presidential Council Says Saudi Coalition to Lead All Southern Forces
The head of Yemen's Presidential Council said all military forces in southern Yemen will operate under the command of a Saudi-led coalition.
Saudi Strikes Yemen After Separatist Leader Skips Talks
A Saudi-led coalition struck the home province of Yemen's UAE-backed separatist leader, after he failed to show up for talks in Riyadh.
Yemen Separatists Launch Two-Year Independence Transition as Strikes Kill 20
Yemen's UAE-backed separatists announced a two-year transition to independence Friday despite reporting 20 deaths in airstrikes from a Saudi-led coalition.
Saudi-Led Coalition Says Targets Arms Shipments From UAE in Yemen
A Saudi-led coalition said it targeted a large quantity of weapons and combat vehicles destined for separatist forces that were being offloaded from ships at a port in Yemen, coming from the UAE.
Yemen Separatists Report Saudi Air Strikes in Hadramawt
Saudi Arabia, the main backer of Yemen's internationally-recognized government, conducted air strikes on separatist positions in Hadramawt.
