ANKARA: Turkiye is training and advising Syria’s armed forces and helping improve its defenses, and has no immediate plans for the withdrawal or relocation of its troops stationed there, Defense Minister Yasar Guler told Reuters. Turkiye has emerged as a key foreign ally of Syria’s new government since rebels — some of them backed for […]
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Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd. (KSSL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, set up as a flagship company to drive defence business initiatives, under the aegis of the Kalyani Group. Over the past couple of decades, KSSL has built robust capabilities in design and production of varied artillery platforms. With products ranging from short […]
Iran on Tuesday strongly condemned Israeli air strikes on the Yemeni port city of Hodeida, following missile attacks by Tehran-backed Houthi militants on Israel’s main airport. The Israeli military said it hit Houthi positions along Yemen’s Red Sea coast and inland on Monday, alleging they were used to transfer “Iranian weapons” and other military equipment. […]
The 2nd World Summit for Social Development will take place in Doha from Nov. 4 to 6
GAZA: A senior Hamas official said Tuesday the group was no longer interested in truce talks with Israel and urged the international community to halt Israel’s “hunger war” against Gaza. “There is no sense in engaging in talks or considering new ceasefire proposals as long as the hunger war and extermination war continue in the […]
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia ranked first for the third successive year among countries in the Middle East and North Africa region in the 2024 Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index. The index, published by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, measures the maturity of government services provided through electronic applications and portals. […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the “grandest” ever annual Victory Day parade in Moscow on Friday, evoking the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II to rally support for his troops fighting in Ukraine. Russia marks the event more than three years into its offensive, and after pummeled Ukraine with a string of […]
Jordanian authorities on Sunday evacuated nearly 1,800 tourists from the ancient city of Petra after the area was hit by flooding, an official told state television. “Rescue teams … evacuated hundreds of tourists from Petra after flash floods hit the archaeological site,” Al-Mamlaka TV quoted local official Yazan Mohadin as saying. “The number of tourists […]
US President Donald Trump is due to meet the heads of state of six Gulf countries while on a visit to Riyadh later this month, AFP reported on Sunday citing a government source. Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates from May 13 to 16 will be the first foreign trip […]
Saudi Arabia, the largest economy in the Arab world, is investing heavily in the development of its defense industry, transforming its geopolitical role into that of a regional superpower. Spearheaded by the Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) and guided by the Vision 2030 strategy, the country aims to achieve defense self-sufficiency, bolster national security, and […]
Минобороны России продемонстрировало видео с уничтожением техники ВСУ и украинских боевиков на Белгородском направлении военнослужащими группировки войск «Север». Уточняется, что кадры, на которых расчеты беспилотных летательных аппаратов расправляются с противником, были получены в режиме реального времени 18 марта 2025 года. Ранее российское оборонное ведомство сообщало об отражении попытки ВСУ вклиниться в Белгородскую область. Противник использовал до […]
Госдума приняла закон, согласно которому 9 августа становится одним из Дней воинской славы России. Об этом сообщает 360.ru. Напомним, 9 августа 1944 года завершилась Ленинградская битва, в результате которой был спасен от голодной смерти второй по населению город в стране. Пояснительная записка к законопроекту отмечает, что признание этого дня Днем воинской славы подчеркнет военно-стратегическое значение Ленинградской битвы как […]
После российско-американских переговоров на высшем уровне Верховный главнокомандующий ВС РФ Владимир Путин приказал прекратить удары по энергетической инфраструктуре Украины. Об этом сообщили в Министерстве обороны. Отмечается, что в момент поступления приказа в воздухе находились семь российских ударных беспилотников. Они были нацелены на украинские объекты энергетической инфраструктуры в Николаевской области. В итоге ВС РФ пришлось обезвредить […]
RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with his counterparts from the UK, China, Australia, and France separately in Johannesburg on Thursday. On the sidelines of a meeting of G20 foreign ministers held for the first time in Africa, Prince Faisal discussed regional and international developments with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. With […]
RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has invited the leaders of Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Jordan, and Egypt for a meeting in Riyadh on Friday, an official source stated on Thursday. The informal gathering follows similar meetings that have been held periodically for many years between the leaders of GCC countries, Jordan, and Egypt, […]
Australia’s Department of Defence has announced the initial operating capability of the army’s UH-60M Black Hawk medium-lift utility helicopter. The milestone is part of Canberra’s nearly $2-billion program to replace the force’s MRH-90 Taipan rotary wing fleet in service since 2007 and retired in December 2024. Delivery of the US-made aircraft began in August 2023 which was immediately followed […]
[Dubai, United Arab Emirates]: In a significant milestone for the UAE’s shipbuilding industry, Premier Marine Engineering Services has successfully delivered its first locally built cargo barge to ADNOC Logistics and Services (ADNOC L&S), a global energy maritime logistics company. The barge, ADNOC B20, marks the beginning of a long-term partnership between the two companies under […]
To be held from 8-12 February 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, WDS will showcase the latest advancements in defense technologies across all five defense domains — air, land, sea, space, and security. Building on the success of its two prior editions, WDS 2026 will bring together global defense stakeholders to further foster collaboration, innovation, and […]
Emirati company Eneron has introduced the “Magnus,” a cutting-edge hybrid off-road military vehicle designed to revolutionize border patrol and rapid-response operations. With a sleek, muscular design, the Magnus is equipped with composite panels on either side, offering level two ballistic protection. The vehicle is further enhanced with over 20 cameras, providing a 360-degree view of its surroundings. […]
Abu Dhabi, UAE – February 2025: Tawazun Council and Mubadala Investment Company are partnering to reshape the aerospace landscape with a cutting-edge aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Al Ain. This strategic collaboration underscores the UAE’s commitment to becoming a global aerospace leader and will significantly contribute to the nation’s economy. Announced […]
The safeguarding of territorial waterways and maritime traffic is increasingly important to the safety and security of both the vessels, national sovereignty and the wider global economy. Saab’s Coast Control Radar contributes to those objectives with a compact, modular design that ensures exceptional performance, including the tracking of smaller vessels in the most demanding coastal environments. Designed for easy […]
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is hosting talks on Ukraine between Russia and the US as part of its efforts to enhance global peace and security, the Kingdom’s foreign ministry announced on Tuesday. A statement under the directive of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said: “Saudi Arabia hosts today, Tuesday, in the city of Riyadh, talks between […]
BEIRUT: Israel’s army has pulled out of southern Lebanese villages but remains in five positions, a Lebanese security source said, as a deadline for the withdrawal expired Tuesday under a peace deal with Hezbollah. “The Israeli army has withdrawn from all border villages except for five points, while the Lebanese army is gradually deploying due […]
With an overall length of 10.2 meters and a sleek beam of just 2.3 meters, the DV10 ensures a low radar profile and superior stealth capabilities. This agile vessel can operate in both manned and unmanned configurations, enabling operators to execute highly coordinated swarm tactics with precision. Equipped with an optional Remote Weapon Station (RWS), […]
With over 40 years of trusted experience, MKU Limited, a global leader in advanced optronics and ballistic protection solutions for soldiers and platforms, continues to set new benchmarks in delivering comprehensive lightweight armouring systems for land, air, and naval platforms. Having armoured over 1800 armoured vehicles, over 400 aircraft and over 700 naval vessels, MKU […]
Airborne search and rescue crews face extraordinarily demanding challenges. Difficult weather conditions, often the root cause of the mission itself, make flying uncomfortable, exhausting and often dangerous. Moreover, clouds, fog and rough sea make visual identification difficult, if not impossible. The need to cover vast expanses at sea and pinpoint crash sites, floating wrecks, small […]
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday, Saudi Press Agency reported. During the call, areas of joint cooperation and ways to enhance them were reviewed, and regional and international developments were discussed. The two officials also exchanged views on the latest developments and […]
ASELSAN will present new land and weapon solutions including ALKAR artillery and mortar systems, ASAF and ATOM smart ammunitions, and YENER ground-penetrating radar to global audiences for the first time at IDEX 2025. ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company, is set to make its largest debut to date at IDEX & NAVDEX 2025, taking place in […]
A major highlight of Indra’s participation is the unveiling of Pulse, a new joint venture with the UAE-based Edge defence group. The collaboration aims to develop and market advanced radar systems for high-potential markets, demonstrating Indra’s commitment to strengthening regional defence capabilities. As part of this partnership, Indra will showcase state-of-the-art radars, including the AESA […]
Held alongside the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX), NAVDEX 2025 is organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. This year’s event will feature an exceptional display of naval fleets from eight nations, including the United […]
