Keywords: Air defense


Morocco Reportedly Negotiates Acquisition of David’s Sling Missile Defense System

Morocco is reportedly exploring the acquisition of David’s Sling, an Israeli-American missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic and cruise missiles. If the negotiations lead to an agreement, the deal would represent another step in the kingdom’s efforts to expand its air defense......

Abu Dhabi meeting brings Israeli and Arab officials together over Iran and regional security

Moroccan representatives reportedly attend high-level Abu Dhabi talks Moroccan representatives were reportedly present at a high-level meeting in Abu Dhabi between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, according to a report......

Morocco weighs further Israeli defense equipment as military cooperation expands

Morocco is reportedly considering additional Israeli defense equipment as military cooperation between Rabat and Tel Aviv continues to develop. The latest request is understood to be under review by the relevant Israeli authorities, although no official details have been released regarding the systems......

Washington reportedly lost a quarter of its MQ-9 Reaper fleet during Iran war

The United States reportedly lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones during its recent war with Iran, representing roughly a quarter of the country's fleet of the remotely piloted aircraft, according to a report by The Washington Post citing U.S. officials. Before the conflict, the United States was......

Volkswagen plans to transform its Osnabrück plant into a site dedicated to air defense

The German industrial landscape may soon undergo an unexpected transformation. Faced with ongoing challenges in its automotive business, Volkswagen is considering the sale of its Osnabrück plant in Lower Saxony, with the aim of giving this site a new purpose in the air defense sector. The German manufacturer......

Trump says U.S. forces are ready to strike Iran again at any time

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that American forces are prepared to launch further strikes against Iran “at any time,” following the resumption of hostilities between the two countries after roughly a month of relative calm. Speaking to reporters, Trump described the latest U.S.......

Von der Leyen says Ukraine seeks billions of euros for Patriot missiles

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Ukraine has submitted a new request to the European Union for several billion euros to finance air-defense capabilities, including advanced Patriot missile systems. Speaking ahead of a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, von der Leyen......

Ukraine: Macron condemns Russian strikes and promises new interceptor missiles

Following a deadly Russian attack on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, Emmanuel Macron condemned strikes he deemed particularly serious. The French president announced the dispatch of additional interceptor missiles to Ukraine, as Kyiv faces increasing pressure on its air defense capabilities. A new......

Italian defense company plans to test air defense technology in Ukraine

Italian defense group Leonardo has reportedly established a Ukrainian subsidiary and is considering using the country as a potential testing ground for components of its next-generation air defense technology. According to Milano Finanza, Leonardo has registered a company called Leonardo Ukraine, which......