Keywords: Defense


Elbit Systems Expands European Defense Footprint With New Industrial Facility in Sweden

Israeli defense manufacturer Elbit Systems is strengthening its European industrial presence with a new facility in Sweden, a move aimed at expanding local production capacity and improving support for military customers across the region. The new installation forms part of the company's broader......

Morocco Reportedly Nears Deal With Israel for LORA Ballistic Missile System

Morocco is reportedly moving closer to a potential agreement with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to acquire the LORA ballistic missile system, in a development that could expand the Royal Armed Forces’ long-range precision-strike capabilities. According to Israeli financial newspaper Calcalist,......

Europe Develops Missile Systems Without US Components to Strengthen Defense Autonomy

European NATO members are pursuing missile technologies that rely less on US-made components, according to a report by Russia’s Roscongress Foundation. The initiative could help European countries strengthen control over their defense supply chains and gain greater flexibility in exporting advanced......

South Korea’s KAI Signs Cooperation Agreement With Two Moroccan Aerospace Groups

South Korean aircraft manufacturer Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding with two Morocco-based aerospace companies, Maintenance Aero Maroc (MAM) and SABCA Maroc, to explore industrial and commercial cooperation and expand its presence in Morocco’s military aviation......

Morocco’s military industry to deliver armored vehicle turrets to armed forces in March 2027

Moroccan defense manufacturer Moroccan Military Industry (MMI) is preparing to begin deliveries of armored vehicle turrets to the Royal Armed Forces in March 2027, marking another step in the country’s efforts to develop domestic military production, according to Reuters. MMI chief executive Kadouri......

Lockheed Martin and Airbus join Morocco’s aerospace research alliance with Boeing

Morocco is expanding its ambitions in aerospace and advanced manufacturing after US defense company Lockheed Martin and European aircraft manufacturer Airbus joined an industrial and research alliance initially established with Boeing. The partnership agreement was signed on October 7, 2026, during the......

Morocco advances domestic defense industry with long-range Irifi system

Morocco is taking another step toward expanding its domestic defense industry with the unveiling of the Irifi system, a long-range platform being developed by Harmattan AI in cooperation with the Kingdom. The company says the system has a range of around 2,000 kilometers, placing it among aerial systems......

Israel Unveils First National Pavilion at Marrakech Air Show

Israel has made its debut with a national pavilion at the Marrakech Air Show, highlighting a broad portfolio of defense and aerospace technologies and signaling a new phase in industrial cooperation between Israel and Morocco. The Israeli Ministry of Defense announced the opening of the pavilion on......

Marrakech Airshow 2026: US F-35A Fighters Take to Moroccan Skies

The skies over Marrakech are set to become a focal point for international military aviation as the United States takes part in the Marrakech Airshow 2026, held from October 7 to 10 at a Royal Moroccan Air Force base. Among the most prominent aircraft featured in the American contingent are two F-35A......