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Morocco nears $600 million deal for Embraer KC-390 military aircraft

Morocco is close to securing a $600 million agreement with Brazilian aerospace company Embraer to acquire KC-390 Millennium military transport planes, marking a significant step in modernizing its air force. The deal, expected to include four to five aircraft, signals Morocco's intent to replace......

US and Saudi Arabia deepen defense ties in Pentagon talks

The United States and Saudi Arabia held a high-level defense meeting at the Pentagon last week, emphasizing their commitment to strengthening military cooperation. The two-day forum marked the 9th session of the Strategic Joint Planning Committee (SJPC), aimed at advancing shared regional security objectives. The......

Putin announces deployment of mass-produced Oreshnik hypersonic missiles

Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that the first mass-produced Oreshnik hypersonic missile systems have been delivered to Russia’s armed forces. Speaking on Friday during a military briefing, Putin emphasized the advanced capabilities of the new weapon, which is already operational......

North Korea relaunches warship after failed first attempt, sparking global scrutiny

North Korea has announced the successful relaunch of its new 5,000-ton naval destroyer, less than a month after the vessel capsized during its initial launch attempt. State media reported that the ship has been fully repaired, with leader Kim Jong Un personally overseeing Tuesday’s ceremony at......

Morocco enhances military capabilities with SpyX drone acquisition

Morocco is taking significant steps to modernize its military forces through the recent acquisition of the SpyX kamikaze drone from BlueBird Aero Systems, a subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). This move aligns with Morocco's ongoing efforts to strengthen defense ties with Israel, particularly......

Morocco's military fleet modernization: Airbus, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin vie for contracts

Three global aerospace companies—Airbus, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin—are competing to supply the Royal Moroccan Air Force with new aircraft aimed at modernizing its military transport fleet. Airbus has put forth its A400 aircraft, renowned for their substantial size and long-range capabilities,......

Kim Jong Un supervises testing of AI-equipped suicide drones

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the testing of advanced AI-equipped suicide drones and reconnaissance drones, calling for their prioritization in the nation's military modernization. The drones, developed at North Korea's Unmanned Aerial Technology Complex, are designed to track......

Spanish media expresses concern over Morocco's Apache helicopter acquisition

Spanish media outlets have voiced significant apprehension following Morocco's receipt of six Apache AH-64E combat helicopters from the United States. El Independiente, among others, has issued warnings about what it perceives as a strategic challenge to Spain's military status. This alarmist......

UAE’s mirage jet transfer to Morocco set to redefine North African defense strategy

The United Arab Emirates’ anticipated transfer of 30 Mirage 2000-9E fighter jets to Morocco signals a pivotal moment for regional air defense, contingent on final approval from France. Discussions surrounding the deal, ongoing for several years, suggest implementation in 2027, coinciding with the......