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25 February

Russian Kamikaze Drone to Complete Tests This Year

Russian state-run manufacturer, Kalashnikov, has revealed that its combat unmanned aerial vehicle, the KUB, will complete testing this year.

25 February

n a file photo taken on October 1, 2009 a BAE Systems plant is pictured in Warton near Preston, north-west England.

Staff Writer With AFP

BAE Systems Net Profit Hit by COVID Turmoil

British military equipment maker BAE Systems said Thursday that annual net profit fell as a result of coronavirus disruption in the first half.

23 February

Staff Writer

Russia Displays Range of Counter-Drone Systems at IDEX 2021

Russia’s state arms seller, Rosoboronexport, has put a range of counter-drone systems on display at the IDEX 2021 international arms show in the UAE.

22 February

Saudi army officers walk past F-15 fighter jets, GBU bombs and missiles displayed during a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of the King Faisal Air Academy at King Salman airbase in Riyadh on January 25, 2017

Staff Writer With AFP

Saudi Arms Producer in Defense Venture With Lockheed Martin

Saudi Arabia's state arms producer signed an agreement Sunday with US contractor Lockheed Martin to form a joint venture, as Washington reviews weapons sales to the kingdom.

19 February

A column of eight-wheeled Stryker combat vehicles moves along a road at Fort Benning, Georgia, September 2, 2020 during training

Inder Singh Bisht

Lockheed Martin Awarded US Army Vehicle Protection System Contract

Lockheed Martin will supply up to 20 Modular Active Protection System base kits to US Army combat vehicles under a contract totaling up to $30 million.

19 February

Staff Writer With AFP

Turkey Hires Law Firm to Lobby Biden Over F-35 Jets: Report

Turkey has hired an international law firm to help it win back its spot in the US-led F-35 fighter jet program, state media reported on Friday.

17 February

Artist's concept of Georgia's T-31 drone.

Inder Singh Bisht

Georgian Aircraft Manufacturer Announces Country’s First Combat Drone

A Georgian aircraft manufacturer announced that the company is developing the country’s first home-grown reconnaissance and strike drone.

11 February

An Israeli flag flies in Jerusalem on 27 January, 2020.

Staff Writer With AFP

Israelis Suspected of Selling Missiles to ‘Asian Country’

Israel's domestic security agency said Thursday they have investigated 20 Israelis, including former defense industry personnel, for allegedly making and selling cruise missiles to an unnamed Asian nation.

4 February