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Israel Sent Iron Dome Batteries, Personnel to UAE: US Ambassador to Israel

Israel sent Iron Dome air defense batteries and personnel to operate them in the United Arab Emirates during the war with Iran.

UAE Procures 10 C-390s, Marks Aircraft’s First Entry in Middle East

The UAE is set to acquire 10 C-390 Millennium aircraft from Embraer, marking the company’s largest single-country international order and the first C-390 deal in the Middle East.

UAE to Build $50M High-Risk Rescue and Security Training Center

The UAE will build a $50-million facility designed to simulate high-risk rescue and security missions in a fully controlled training environment for military, police, and emergency responders.

UAE Says Air Defenses Responding to Iran Missiles, Drones

Emirati air defenses were responding to missile and drone attacks from Iran, the United Arab Emirates' defence ministry said Sunday, as Tehran said it was targeting aluminium industries in the Gulf nation.

Iran Says Targeted UAE, Bahrain, Israel in Latest Attacks: State TV

Iran said its latest wave of attacks on Thursday had targeted the UAE, Bahrain, and Israel after US-Israeli strikes hit the country's two largest steel plants.

Australian Leader to Address Nation on Middle East War

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will make a rare address to the nation across television and radio networks on Wednesday, outlining Canberra's response to the Middle East conflict.

LIG Nex1, Palantir Expand Defense Cooperation in UAE

LIG Nex1 and Palantir signed a deal to collaborate on the development of integrated air defense systems and unmanned platforms for the UAE.

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.

Nigeria Secures $200M for Defense Manufacturing Push

Nigus International Investment Limited and UAE-based Elmirate Investment LLC have signed a memorandum of understanding for up to $200 million to build defense manufacturing capabilities in Nigeria.

US Embassy in Iraq Hit as Mideast War Enters Third Week

Explosions rocked the Middle East as a drone strike hit the US embassy in Baghdad and Tehran warned Emiratis to stay away from ports.

UK Warplanes Down Drones in Middle East, Conduct ‘Defensive’ Sorties for UAE

British warplanes have begun "defensive air sorties" in support of the United Arab Emirates amid the ongoing war.

South Korean Cheongung-II Air Defense System Makes Combat Debut in UAE

The UAE’s South Korean-made Cheongung-II surface-to-air defense system has intercepted Iranian attacks, marking the system’s first combat use overseas.

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.

South Korea, UAE Ink $35B Industrial Defense Deal

South Korea and the UAE have signed a defense industry cooperation memorandum of understanding valued at more than $35 billion, part of a broader $65-billion bilateral cooperation package.

UAE Says Welcomes US-Backed Peace Plan for Sudan

The United Arab Emirates on Sunday said it welcomed a US-backed peace plan for the war in Sudan, where the Gulf country has repeatedly faced accusations of fueling the devastating conflict.

Ukraine, Russia, US to Start Second Day of War Talks

Ukraine, Russia, and the US will start a second day of talks in Abu Dhabi, seeking to end Moscow's nearly four-year invasion.

UAE, Qatar Expand Defense Ties With EDGE-Barzan Joint Venture

EDGE Group and Barzan Holdings have agreed to form a joint venture that will develop advanced defense technologies, deepening industrial cooperation between the UAE and Qatar.

SteerAI Moves Battlefield Autonomy Off the Road With ‘xRift’

An Emirati off-road vehicle is aiming to take on military missions independently, even in the UAE’s most demanding environments.

UAE Unveils ‘ORB’: A Remote Vehicle That Can Go 1,000-Feet Underwater

An Emirati firm will be diving deeper underwater for search and recovery missions with a remotely operated vehicle built for depths beyond what human crews can reach.

UAE Orders 76 HT-100 and 92 HT-750 Unmanned Helicopters From EDGE

The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Defence has awarded two contracts to EDGE Group for a combined total of 168 unmanned helicopters.

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.

Lockheed Martin to Continue Maintenance for UAE’s THAAD Missile Defense System

Lockheed Martin has received a $142.6-million contract to extend sustainment services for two Terminal High Altitude Area Defense batteries in the UAE.

EDGE, EM&E Kick Off Ferox Armored Vehicle Production in Spain

The UAE’s state-owned company EDGE Group has signed a technology transfer agreement with EM&E Group to produce the Ferox 6x6 armored vehicle in Spain.