Keywords: Defense industry


Morocco strengthens military and industrial cooperation with Turkey

Rabat, December 27, 2025 — Morocco is reinforcing its military and industrial cooperation with Turkey as part of its strategy to enhance technological autonomy and strengthen its defense capabilities. This dynamic was highlighted by a recent visit to Morocco by a Turkish delegation from Emtekno......

Ukraine accelerates drone production as unmanned warfare dominates the battlefield

Ukraine is poised to deliver an unprecedented three million first-person-view (FPV) drones to its armed forces by the end of 2025, marking a major leap in domestic defense production. Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that this output, nearly two and a half times greater than last year’s,......

Morocco receives first locally manufactured WhAP 8×8 armored vehicles

The Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR) have officially received the first batch of WhAP 8×8 armored vehicles, manufactured locally by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in Morocco. The Indian defense giant announced the delivery on Wednesday, describing it as a “major milestone” in......

NATO shifts focus to European surveillance aircraft as US exits Boeing E-7 program

The NATO alliance has abandoned plans to procure six Boeing E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, marking the end of a two-year effort to replace its aging fleet of airborne warning and control system (AWACS) planes. This decision follows the United States' withdrawal from the program, as announced by the Dutch......

Morocco increases defense budget to $15.7 billion for 2026

Morocco has once again raised its defense spending, allocating MAD 157.171 billion ($15.7 billion) for 2026, according to the draft finance law submitted to parliament. The funds are earmarked for the acquisition and maintenance of equipment for the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and to support the growth......

Ukraine strikes Russian explosives plant in record drone offensive

Ukrainian forces launched one of the most extensive drone offensives of the war on October 6, 2025, targeting key Russian military infrastructure in what Moscow described as a massive assault involving 251 drones across 14 regions. The coordinated operation struck the Sverdlov explosives plant in Russia’s......

Morocco and India launch armored vehicle factory to boost defense industry

Morocco and India have inaugurated a new defense manufacturing facility in Berrechid, marking a significant milestone in their strategic partnership. The plant, named TATA Advanced Systems Maroc (TASM), will produce WhAP 8×8 armored combat vehicles for Morocco's Royal Armed Forces and international......

India seeks new buyers for weapons tested in conflict with Pakistan

India is aiming to strengthen its position as an emerging arms exporter after showcasing its latest military equipment during the May clashes with Pakistan. The four-day confrontation, marked by missile launches and drone raids, was the most intense military exchange between the two neighbors in two......

Israel denounces exclusion from London defense fair as "discrimination"

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has condemned as “discrimination” the decision of the United Kingdom to exclude its government representatives from the Defense and Security Equipment International (DSEI) arms fair in London. In a statement released Friday, Israeli officials described......