US advances discussions on troops, sanctions in Nigeria
The U.S. is drafting a proposal that includes weighing possible military engagement in Nigeria, a senior State Department official said this week.
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Indian fighter jet crashes at Dubai Air Show, killing pilot
The pilot of an Indian combat plane has died after a crash during a demonstration flight at the Dubai Air Show.
Israel accelerates production of Iron Dome with US aid money
Funds will come from a U.S. aid package approved by Congress in April 2024 under the Biden administration, totaling at $8.7 billion.
Elbit to upgrade Israeli main battle tanks as firm’s land sector grows
The tank contract announcement comes amid a mysterious sale to the tune of $2.3 billion, which the company reported on Nov. 17.
US soldier arrested trying to enter Tanzania with grenades, police say
An American soldier was arrested Sunday while attempting to cross into Tanzania from Kenya.
Anduril, UAE’s Edge unveil transformer drone for hovering, fast flight
The system, dubbed Omen, is the first of many platforms that the companies plan to develop and produce under their new joint venture.
Vendors’ push to drone-proof vehicles with nets goes beyond Ukraine
Netting and cages have proven effective in Ukraine in keeping warheads from penetrating vehicle walls.
Ukraine closes Havana embassy over Cuban fighter pipeline for Russia
The move comes weeks after Russia and Cuba signed a military cooperation agreement and the U.S. said as many as 5,000 Cubans may be on the frontlines.
Israel’s IAI shoots for land-based, space-based Golden Dome business
The company is jockeying for position with its Arrow-3 technology.
Iraq keeping some US military advisers due to IS threat in Syria
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani said that developments in Syria required keeping 250 to 350 advisers at the Ain al-Asad base.
Rafael pitches loitering Spike variant for US Army ‘Launched Effects’
The weapon is designed as a part of new class of loitering munitions that can stay airborne for some time before engaging a target.
NATO sees Russian naval presence wane in the Mediterranean
Alliance officials believe Moscow's sea service is strained, having to focus on the Baltic and High North regions instead.
US sending about 200 troops to Israel to monitor Gaza ceasefire deal
Officials said CENTCOM is going to establish a coordination center in Israel that will help facilitate the flow of humanitarian aid, AP reported.
Israel and Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of peace plan, Trump says
President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages.
Missile and space division leads IAI’s revenue in 2025
The Israeli company said it has yet to see a business impact of European nations souring on the Netanyahu government over the war in Gaza.
Trump signs executive order vowing to defend Qatar
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order pledging to defend Qatar, including using U.S. military action if necessary.
US military starts drawing down mission in Iraq, officials say
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday that the U.S. will scale back its military presence, reflecting “our combined success in fighting ISIS.”
