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3 July

Egypt Turns to Domestic Encryption to Secure Air Defense Systems

Egypt's Air Defense Forces are relying on domestically developed encryption systems and specialized cyber units to protect military communications.

3 July

Jodesz Gavilan

HGH to Equip Kuwait’s Al Dorra Patrol Vessels With Infrared Surveillance

HGH will equip eight offshore patrol vessels being built for the Kuwait Navy with SPYNEL infrared surveillance systems under a new contract with ADSB.

3 July

Staff Writer With AFP

Bomb Blast at Damascus Cafe Kills Nine, Authorities Say

A bomb blast rocked a cafe in Syria's capital Damascus, killing nine people and wounding 20, authorities said, in the latest challenge for the country's Islamist leaders as they seek stability after more than a decade of war.

2 July

Inder Singh Bisht

Israel Boosts Iron Dome Capability With Iron Beam Integration

Israel and Rafael have tested the integration of the Iron Dome air defense system with the Iron Beam high-power laser.

2 July

Staff Writer With AFP

Lebanese President Says Will Not Yield ‘A Single Inch’ of Territory to Israel

Lebanese President Aoun defended negotiations with Israel, saying they were not a betrayal and he would not surrender "a single inch of Lebanon's territory."

2 July

A rifle mounted on an unmanned aerial system. Photo: Elbit Systems

Rojoef Manuel

Duke Robotics Confirms New Elbit Order for ‘Bird of Prey’ Drone Weapon

Florida-based company Duke Robotics has announced that Elbit Systems Land secured a new order for its Bird of Prey drone-mounted weapon system, with deliveries scheduled for later this year.

2 July

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Israel Brings ‘First-of-Its-Kind’ Turbo Tech to Lavi Hummer Tactical Vehicle

A “first-of-its-kind” turbo system is now at the core of the Israel Defense Forces’ (IDF) Lavi Hummer tactical vehicle, giving it greater performance in mountainous terrain.

2 July

A SAMP/T air defense system is seen firing off a ballistic missile from the back of the military truck. Smoke and bright white-red fire can be seen jutting out of the missile as it flies straight upward. The background is a clear blue sky.

Jodesz Gavilan

Turkey Explores Patriot, SAMP/T Deal to Bolster Missile Shield

Turkey is considering buying either the Patriot or the SAMP-T air defense system as it seeks to strengthen its missile defense capabilities.

1 July

Israeli army soldiers sit in a humvee at a checkpoint near the border with the Gaza Strip, Sderot, Israel

Staff Writer With AFP

Israel Defense Minister Says Troops to Stay in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza ‘Until Further Notice’

Israel's defense minister said that Israeli forces would remain in so-called security zones established in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza "until further notice."

1 July