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September 21, 2023
Middle East
Turkey’s AKP Claims Export Win Amid Economic Pressures
Bilal Khan
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Jun 10, 2018
On 24 May, Turkey’s ruling party – the Justice and Development Party (AKP) – claimed that Pakistan signed its contract for 30 Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) T129 ATAK attack helicopters. The AKP’s statement is as follows...
Turkey gets Altay MBT rolling by selecting BMC for serial production
Bilal Khan
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May 15, 2018
The Undersecretary for Defence Industries (SSM) Ismail Demir announced that the Turkish auto-manufacturer BMC was selected to mass-produce the Altay main battle tank (MBT)...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries delivers 2 Anka-S to Turkish Forces
Bilal Khan
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Apr 10, 2018
On 08 April, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) announced that it delivered two Anka-S unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK), raising the TSK’s Anka-S fleet to six UAVs. The TSK began receiving the...
Qatar will buy Turkish drones, ships and armoured vehicles
Bilal Khan
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Mar 21, 2018
At DIMDEX 2018, Qatar signed deals worth $800 million US with Turkey for the purchase of Bayraktar TB2 drones, patrol and training boats, and NMS 4x4 armoured vehicles....
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Fincantieri reveals specifications for Qatar’s future naval ships
Bilal Khan
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Mar 18, 2018
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri unveiled the design, specifications and capabilities of Qatar’s forthcoming corvettes, offshore patrol vessels and landing platform dock at DIMDEX 2018....
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Saudi Arabia could order 48 new Typhoon fighters
Bilal Khan
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Mar 11, 2018
Saudi Arabia has signed a Memorandum-of-Intent with the UK Government for the potential purchase of 48 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters from BAE Systems....
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Russia: Qatar interested in the Sukhoi Su-35
Bilal Khan
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Mar 4, 2018
According to Vladimir Kozhin, the Russian Presidential Aide for Cooperation on Defence Technologies, Qatar is interested in the Sukhoi Su-35 multi-role fighter....
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Saab highlights its market-strategy as niche provider and integrator
Bilal Khan
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Feb 26, 2018
On 23 February Saab rolled-out the first GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft at its Linköping facility. Integrated to the Bombardier Global 6000, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the launch customer of Saab’s...
Saudi Arabia’s S-400 talks progress, but questions remain
Bilal Khan
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Feb 11, 2018
Negotiations with Saudi Arabia for the S-400 are progressing, but Riyadh’s near-term requirements for transfer-of-technology have complicated matters…...
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BMC says it won Turkish Government bid for Altay MBT engine
Bilal Khan
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Feb 7, 2018
Turkish auto-manufacturer BMC’s Chairman, Ethem Sancak, says that BMC has won the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries’ (SSM) contract to develop a diesel engine for the Altay main battle tank (MBT)...
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Turkey test-fires HİSAR-A short-range SAM
Bilal Khan
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Feb 4, 2018
The Turkish Ministry of Defence announced that Roketsan and Aselsan successfully test-fired the jointly-developed HİSAR-A short-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system on 01 February 2018....
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TAI Hürkuş B trainer prototype deliveries to start in June 2018
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2018
Turkey’s Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) announced that deliveries of Hürkuş B trainer prototypes will commence from June 2018....
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Qatar reportedly planning to procure S-400 SAM from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Jan 25, 2018
Qatar’s Ambassador to Russia was quoted stating that Doha was in “advanced negotiations” with Moscow for the S-400 long-range air defence system...
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Aselsan begins production of airburst ammunition for Korkut SPAAG
Bilal Khan
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Jan 21, 2018
Aselsan has begun the serial production of 35-mm airburst rounds for the Aselsan Korkut self-propelled anti-air gun (SPAAG) systems ordered by Turkey....
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Qatar increases Hawk trainer purchase from BAE Systems
Bilal Khan
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Jan 17, 2018
Qatar has increased its Hawk lead-in fighter-trainer (LIFT) order from BAE Systems from six to nine aircraft, adding to its multi-billion aircraft purchase from the UK....
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Aselsan, Roketsan & TÜBİTAK SAGE sign onto Turkey’s air defence program
Bilal Khan
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Jan 16, 2018
Aselsan has signed accords with fellow Turkish companies Roketsan and TÜBİTAK SAGE to implement the long-range air defence program commissioned by the SSM...
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Turkish Government invites bids for F-35 system integration contract
Bilal Khan
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Jan 10, 2018
The Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) has invited bids for integrating the F-35 Lightning II to the Turkey’s Air Force Information System (HVBS)...
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Saudi Arabia could claim FS56 FAC it originally planned for Lebanon
Bilal Khan
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Jan 8, 2018
Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to taking-over the CMN FS56 fast attack craft it had originally bought for the Lebanese Navy....
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Eurosam and Aselsan, Roketsan sign agreement to conduct study for Turkey’s national long-range SAM program
Bilal Khan
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Jan 7, 2018
Eurosam finalized an agreement with Aselsan and Roketsan to conduct an 18-month study to define Turkey’s national long-range air defence system ...
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Turkey and Russia formally ink S-400 deal
Bilal Khan
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Jan 2, 2018
Turkey and Russia have formally concluded a deal to procure an S-400 long-range air defence system with an option for one more....
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New Saudi-Turkish company SADEC shows product range
Bilal Khan
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Dec 19, 2017
Established by Aselsan and Taqnia, the newly inaugurated Saudi Defence Electronics Company (SADEC) is offering Aselsan electronics solutions....
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Qatar reveals itself as Nurol Makina NMS 4×4 user
Bilal Khan
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Dec 18, 2017
The Qatar Armed Forces have revealed themselves as the overseas launch user of Nurol Makina’s NMS 4x4 light armoured vehicle....
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TAI lists official specifications of next-gen fighter TFX
Bilal Khan
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Dec 17, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has listed the official specifications of its next-generation fighter program, the National Combat Aircraft TFX....
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Bahrain National Guard and Pakistan Army agree to joint-exercise
Bilal Khan
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Dec 14, 2017
The Bahrain National Guard and the Pakistan Army signed a memorandum-of-understanding to undertake a joint counter-terrorism exercise in Bahrain....
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STM says it is nearing MILGEM sales in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 13, 2017
Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret AŞ (STM) says that its negotiations with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in advanced stages....
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Turkey contracts Kale Aero to develop miniature turbojet for missiles
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretariat of Defence Industries (SSM) has contracted Kale Aero to develop a miniature turbojet engine for cruise missiles....
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Qatar inks $8 billion US deal for 24 Typhoon fighters from UK
Bilal Khan
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Dec 10, 2017
Qatar has inked an $8 billion U.S. (£6 billion) deal for 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters from BAE Systems. Deliveries will start in 2022....
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Qatar exercises option for 12 additional Dassault Rafale
Bilal Khan
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Dec 7, 2017
The Qatari government has exercised its option for 12 additional Dassault Rafale multi-role fighters, increasing its slotted Rafale fleet to 36...
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Aselsan successfully tests AHS-120 mortar launch system
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2017
Aselsan announced on December 05 that it has successfully test-fired from its AHS-120 – renamed ALKAR - automated mortar firing system....
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Pakistan proposes joint defence production with Turkey and Azerbaijan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 5, 2017
Pakistan, Turkey and Azerbaijan held a trilateral foreign ministers meeting on November 30 in a bid to enhance relations between the three countries....
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Turkey reportedly laying basis for satellite launch vehicle program
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2017
The Turkish Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Communications is preparing to launch a national satellite launch vehicle (SLV) program in 2018...
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UAE moves to upgrade Mirage 2000-9’s strike capabilities
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2017
The United Arab Emirates’ Mirage 2000-9s will reportedly be upgraded with the Thales RDY-3 radar and TALIOS targeting pod...
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Qatar ready to sign Typhoon, Hawk contract with UK
Bilal Khan
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Nov 29, 2017
Qatar has reportedly finalized talks with the U.K. for the purchase of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon and six BAE Hawk aircraft. Doha is ready to sign a contract....
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Target date for TFX’s first flight still set at 2023
Bilal Khan
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Nov 28, 2017
Speaking to reporters, Turkish Defence Minister Nurettin Canikli reiterated that the TFX 5th-generation fighter is still slotted to begin flying in 2023...
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Turkey invites five companies to bid on Altay MBT engine development
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2017
The Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) invited five companies to bid on the Altay main battle tank’s engine development program...
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US officials contemplating Turkey’s F-35 involvement in light of S-400
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2017
U.S. officials hinted at examining options for Turkey’s participation in the F-35 program in light of Ankara’s decision to acquire S-400 air defence systems...
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Saudi Arabia reportedly in talks for TAI Anka drones
Bilal Khan
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Nov 19, 2017
Saudi Arabia is reportedly negotiating with Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) for six Anka medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drones...
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Turkey reportedly interested in helicopter carrier HMS Ocean
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2017
The Turkish government is reportedly interested in acquiring the helicopter carrier HMS Ocean, which is due for decommissioning from the Royal Navy...
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Russia looks to the Middle East for new and returning defence markets
Bilal Khan
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Nov 15, 2017
With its array of big-ticket defence solutions, Moscow is working to secure new markets in the Middle East as well as rebuild ties with legacy buyers...
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Industry positions counterinsurgency solutions at Dubai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2017
Airbus Defence & Space, Leonardo and IOMAX are pitching various solutions for asymmetrical combat operations, such as counterinsurgency...
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UkrOboronProm showcases An-132D and An-70 at Dubai Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
Antonov, which is under UkrOboronProm, is showcasing the An-70 medium-heavy airlifter and An-132D light transport and utility aircraft at the 2017 Dubai Air Show. The An-132D is a collaborative effort between Antonov and Saudi Arabia’s King...
UAE seeking F-35, also signs for F-16 upgrades and in talks for Su-35
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
The United Arab Emirates has signed a $1.6 billion U.S. order for upgrades for its fleet of F-16E/F Block-60. It is also in talks with Russia for the Su-35....
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UAE’s Calidus LLC showcases B-250 counterinsurgency attack aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Nov 13, 2017
Abu Dhabi-based Calidus LLC is showcasing its B-250 counterinsurgency (COIN) turboprop attack aircraft at the 2017 Dubai Air Show...
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Turkey confirms that it has signed for and ordered the S-400
Bilal Khan
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Nov 12, 2017
Turkey’s Minister of Defence Nurettin Canikli announced that Ankara had ordered the S-400 long-range air defence system from Russia...
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UAE orders two DCNS Gowind 2500 corvettes
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ordered two Gowind 2500 corvettes from the French shipbuilder DCNS...
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Turkey deliberates over defence development programs worth $5 billion
Bilal Khan
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Nov 6, 2017
Turkey’s Defence Industry Executive Committee (SSİK) has approved 22 defence industry programs – worth $5 billion U.S. – for development...
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MKEK registers first exports of MPT-76 assault rifle
Bilal Khan
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Nov 5, 2017
Turkey’s Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKEK) announced that it registered its first overseas sales for its MPT-76 assault rifle...
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Rolls-Royce aiming to secure TFX engine development contract
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2017
The British propulsion giant Rolls-Royce is aiming to secure the engine development contract for Turkey’s next-generation fighter, the TFX...
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Qatar and Russia sign defence cooperation agreement
Bilal Khan
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Oct 26, 2017
Qatar’s Minister of State for Defence Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah signed a MoU with Russia’s Defence Ministry Sergey Shoygu in Doha....
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Turkey touts indigenous drone efforts with Anka and new projects
Bilal Khan
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Oct 23, 2017
The Turkish government is promoting the progress it has made in the development and production of unmanned aerial vehicles, such as the Anka...
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Egypt reportedly mulling optional Rafale and Gowind 2500 purchases
Bilal Khan
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Oct 22, 2017
Egypt is reportedly planning to exercise its optional clauses for 12 additional Rafale fighters and two Gowind 2500 corvettes from France...
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Egypt receives Gowind 2500 corvette and Type 209 submarine
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2017
Egypt’s first Gowind 2500 corvette and second Type 209 diesel-electric submarine arrived at a naval base in Alexandria on Wednesday, October 19...
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Bahrain inks F-16 deal, expresses interest in S-400 air defence system
Bilal Khan
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Oct 17, 2017
Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad El Khalifa, the Commander of Bahrain’s Royal Guard, announced that Bahrain is negotiating with Russia for the S-400...
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Turkish Navy announces successful test-fire of Atmaca anti-ship missile
Bilal Khan
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Oct 16, 2017
The Turkish Navy’s technical head Admiral Ahmet Çakır announced that the Atmaca anti-ship missile had undergone a successful maiden test firing...
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Turkey completes development of engine for Anka UAV
Bilal Khan
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Oct 15, 2017
Tusaş Engine Industries (TEI) has completed the development of its PD170 turboprop engine for the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Anka drone...
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Saudi troops arrive in Pakistan for al-Samsam 6 exercise
Bilal Khan
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Oct 12, 2017
Soldiers of the Saudi Land Forces have arrived in Pakistan to participate in a joint military exercise – designated al-Samsam 6 – next week...
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Turkey accepts MİLDAR millimetric wave radar for T129 ATAK
Bilal Khan
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Oct 11, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretariat of Defence Industries (SSM) has formally accepted the Meteksan MİLDAR millimetric wave radar for the T129 ATAK attack helicopter...
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Qatar requests six BAE Hawk trainers to accompany Typhoon
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2017
As part of its letter-of-intent (LOI) to acquire 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, Qatar also requested six Hawk trainers from BAE...
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US State Department approves THAAD sale to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Oct 8, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a $15 billion U.S. sale of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) system to Saudi Arabia...
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Saudi Arabia opts for S-400 and other Russian weaponry
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2017
Saudi Arabia has begun negotiations for the S-400 long-range air defence system along with TOS-1A MRLS, AGS-30 AGLs and Kornet-EM ATGMs...
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Turkish defence industry head reveals T129 ATAK-2 program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2017
Turkey’s Undersecretary for Defence Industries (SSM) İsmail Demir outlined plans for an improved variant of the T129 attack helicopter – ATAK-2...
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UAE reportedly planning to sign Su-35 contract in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly planning to sign on for a squadron (or more) of Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia...
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Russia confirms receiving Turkey’s S-400 deposit
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2017
The Russian presidential aide, Vladimir Kozhin, confirmed that Russia received Turkey’s deposit for S-400 long-range air defence systems...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries announces new aviation programs
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2017
TAI’s General Manager Temel Kotil announced that the company has begun work on a heavyweight T129 ATAK, new advanced trainer and others...
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Pakistan and Azerbaijan discuss defence cooperation opportunities
Bilal Khan
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Sep 25, 2017
On his official visit to Azerbaijan, Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman promised the timely delivery of Super Mushshak and briefed his counterparts on opportunities...
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Qatar signs letter-of-intent to acquire 24 Eurofighter Typhoons
Bilal Khan
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Sep 17, 2017
The respective defence ministries of Qatar and the United Kingdom have signed a letter-of-intent for the sale of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon fighters to Qatar...
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Erdogan: Turkey has finalized S-400 purchase, placed deposit
Bilal Khan
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Sep 12, 2017
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan revealed to Turkish journalists that Ankara has already paid a deposit for the purchase of S-400 systems from Russia...
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Turkish defence vendor Baykar Makina announces plans to develop 4.5-ton jet-powered UAV
Bilal Khan
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Sep 11, 2017
Baykar Makina’s technical manager Selçuk Bayraktar announced that the company will develop a jet-powered 4.5-ton unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)...
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U.S. State Department approves $3.8 billion F-16V and F-16V-upgrade sale to Bahrain
Quwa Team
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Sep 10, 2017
The State Department approved $2.79 billion & $1.08 billion sales for 19 new-built Lockheed Martin F-16V and 20 F-16V upgrade kits to Bahrain, respectively...
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VOP CZ and NIMR showcase ‘winterized’ AJBAN 440A for Europe
Quwa Team
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Sep 7, 2017
The UAE’s NIMR Automotive and Czech auto-manufacturer VOP CZ unveil the “winterized” variant of NIMR’s AJBAN 440A armoured vehicle...
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UAE and Ukraine sign bilateral defence cooperation agreement
Quwa Team
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Aug 30, 2017
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ukraine signed a bilateral defence cooperation agreement outlining joint development in numerous areas...
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Egypt will begin receiving Ka-52 attack helicopters by end of year
Quwa Team
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Aug 30, 2017
The Egyptian military is scheduled to receive its first 15 (of 46 ordered) Kamov Ka-52 ‘Alligator’ attack helicopters in 2017....
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Turkey begins prototype development of first indigenous satellite TÜRKSAT-6A
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2017
Turkey has begun the prototype phase of its first indigenous communications satellite, the TÜRKSAT-6A. The program is valued at $170 million U.S....
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Havelsan signs contract to supply Qatar with ‘Joint Warfare Center’
Bilal Khan
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Aug 21, 2017
Turkish defence electronics vendor Havelsan has signed a contract with the Qatar Armed Forces for the supply of a ‘Joint Warfare Center’...
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Pakistan hopeful of strengthening defence ties with Azerbaijan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 10, 2017
Pakistan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Saeed Khan Mohmand reiterated Islamabad’s interest in strengthening defence ties with Baku...
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Ankara awards BMC contract for 529 armoured vehicles
Quwa Team
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Aug 9, 2017
The Turkish government has awarded the Turkish auto manufacturer BMC a contract for 529 tactical wheeled armoured vehicles...
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Qatar inks $5.9 billion U.S. naval warship deal with Italy’s Fincantieri
Bilal Khan
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Aug 3, 2017
Qatar has inked a $5.9 billion U.S. deal for four corvettes, an amphibious landing platform dock and two offshore patrol vessels with Fincantieri...
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Erdogan announces that S-400 deal is “inked”
Quwa Team
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Jul 25, 2017
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that his government has “inked” the purchase of Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range SAM systems...
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Saudi Arabia interested in Textron Scorpion light combat aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2017
Textron’s CEO Scott Donnelly told investors that the company is in talks with Saudi Arabia for the sale of the Scorpion light combat aircraft...
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MBDA outlines plans for SAM technology collaboration with Turkey
Quwa Team
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Jul 20, 2017
Eurosam, Aselsan and Roketsan have signed a “Heads of Agreement” protocol to support Turkey’s long-range air defence system program...
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PAC delivers first batch of Super Mushshak trainers to Qatar
Quwa Team
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Jul 20, 2017
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) has delivered its first batch of Super Mushshak trainers to the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) on Wednesday, July 19...
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TAI Anka MALE UAV engages in first air strike (against PKK)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2017
Turkey announced that its Anka medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle undertook its first armed strike against the Kurdistan Workers' Party...
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Turkey agrees to $2.5 billion deal for four S-400 SAM systems
Bilal Khan
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Jul 13, 2017
Turkey has reportedly agreed to a $2.5 billion U.S. deal for four Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems from Russia...
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Turkey’s FNSS delivers first batch of PARS III AFV to Oman
Bilal Khan
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Jul 13, 2017
Turkish armoured vehicle manufacturer FNSS delivered its first batch of PARS III 8x8 armoured fighting vehicles (AFV) to Oman ...
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Indonesian and Turkish aviation firms agree to collaborate on N245 commuter aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Jul 11, 2017
PTDI and TAI have a “long-term strategic” agreement outlining bilateral collaboration on PTDI’s N245 commuter aircraft, UAVs and other aviation ventures...
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Turkey launches 4th Ada corvette and lays keel of first I-Class frigate
Bilal Khan
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Jul 5, 2017
Tuzla Shipyard launched the fourth MILGEM Ada-class corvette TCG Kınalıada. This was accompanied by the keel laying of the I-Class frigate...
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U.S. Defence Department issues $3.8 bn Black Hawk contract to Sikorsky for U.S. Army and Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2017
The U.S. Department of Defence issued a $3.8 billion U.S contract to Sikorsky for 257 H-60 Black Hawk helicopters for the U.S. Army and Saudi Arabia...
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Russia and Turkey agree to S-400 contract, still need to settle funding
Bilal Khan
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Jun 30, 2017
Moscow and Ankara have reportedly agreed upon a contract for the supply of S-400 long-range SAM systems to Turkey, still need to agree on financing...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) touts T625 utility helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jun 25, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries displayed a mock-up of its T625 utility helicopter at the Paris Air Show, touting it as an attractive option ...
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Oman takes delivery of two Eurofighter Typhoons
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2017
The Royal Air Force of Oman took delivery of its first two (of 12) Eurofighter Typhoons from BAE Systems on Wednesday, June 21...
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Ukrainian-Saudi An-132D draws interest at 2017 Paris Air Show
Bilal Khan
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Jun 21, 2017
The Ukrainian-Saudi Antonov An-132D lightweight multi-mission aircraft is reportedly drawing interest at its Paris Air Show debut...
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Turkey inducts UMTAS anti-tank guided missile into service
Bilal Khan
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Jun 11, 2017
The Turkish Army has formally inducted the Roketsan UMTAS – aka Mizrak – anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) ...
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Egypt takes delivery of Almaz-Antey S-300VM SAM system
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2017
Photos indicate that Egypt has begun taking delivery of S-300VM/Antey-2500 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from Russia...
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US approves sale of AN/TPQ-53 AESA counter-battery radars to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Jun 6, 2017
The U.S. State Department has approved a $662 million U.S. sale of 26 AN/TPQ-53(V) counter-battery radars and tank and artillery munitions to Saudi Arabia ...
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Saudi Arabia and America ink $110 billion arms deal
Bilal Khan
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May 21, 2017
On his inaugural foreign visit, Trump inked a $110 billion U.S. arms deal – of air defence systems, helicopters, munitions and more – with Saudi Arabia. ...
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Saudi Arabia establishes new state-owned defence company
Bilal Khan
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May 18, 2017
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund established a new state-owned defence company – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) ...
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BAE Systems rolls out Oman’s first Eurofighter Typhoon and Hawk aircraft
Quwa Team
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May 16, 2017
BAE Systems rolled out the Royal Air Force of Oman’s (RAFO) first Eurofighter Typhoon fighter and Hawk trainer on Monday, May 15...
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STM and TKMS sign letter-of-intent to explore Type 214 submarine sale to Indonesia
Quwa Team
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May 15, 2017
Indonesia, STM and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems signed a letter-of-intent to explore the sale of Turkish-built Type 214 submarines to Indonesia...
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Saudi Arabia unveils Saqr 1 armed drone
Quwa Team
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May 15, 2017
The King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) unveiled its first armed unmanned aerial vehicle – the Saqr 1 – on May 11....
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Turkish defence vendor STM showcases MILDEN submarine proposal
Bilal Khan
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May 14, 2017
Turkish defence vendor STM showcased its proposal for Turkey’s National Submarine (MILDEN) program at IDEF 2017 in Istanbul last week...
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IDEF 2017: Pakistan moves closer to finalizing MILGEM corvette purchase
Bilal Khan
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May 10, 2017
At IDEF 2017 in Istanbul, Pakistan, Turkey and defence contractor STM signed a letter-of-intent for the sale of four MILGEM corvettes to Pakistan...
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IDEF 2017: Turkey awards Super Mushshak contract to PAC
Quwa Team
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May 10, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries awarded a contract for 52 Super Mushshak trainers to Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)....
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IDEF 2017: Turkish defence industry showcases new naval products
Quwa Team
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May 10, 2017
The Turkish defence industry is showcasing new products at IDEF 2017, including the TF-4500 frigate, CAFRAD radar suite and Orka lightweight torpedo...
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TAI & BAE will ink TFX agreement, Pakistan may join as partner
Bilal Khan
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May 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries and BAE Systems will ink the development agreement they agreed to in January. Pakistan may sign a “goodwill agreement”...
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Turkish defence vendor Kale Group partners with Rolls-Royce to develop aircraft engines in Turkey
Quwa Team
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May 9, 2017
Turkey’s Kale Group and Rolls-Royce are partnering to develop and manufacture jet engines in Turkey, especially for Turkey’s next-gen fighter, the TFX...
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Update to Turkey’s efforts to sell T-129 helicopters to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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May 8, 2017
With the Turkish defence ministry’s push, TAI is reportedly preparing the T-129 attack helicopter for further tests in Pakistan in a bid to sell the system ...
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IDEF 2017: TÜBİTAK SAGE will showcase PGM & AAM technology
Quwa Team
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May 8, 2017
The Defense Industries Research and Development Institute (SAGE) will present its air-to-ground precision-guided munitions and air-to-air missiles....
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IDEF 2017: Aselsan will showcase new AHS-120 mortar-firing system
Bilal Khan
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May 7, 2017
Aselsan will showcase a new automated and digital FCS-equipped 120 mm mortar firing system – the AHS-120 – for fixed-sites and mobile platforms ...
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IDEF 2017: Turkish automaker Nurol Makina will introduce new vehicles
Bilal Khan
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May 4, 2017
Turkish automaker Nurol Makina will introduce a new 4x4 armoured vehicle at IDEF 2017, Turkey’s forthcoming biennial defence exhibition...
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IDEF 2017: Havelsan will showcase simulator for the TAI T-129 ATAK
Quwa Team
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May 1, 2017
Turkish defence vendor Havelsan will showcase its simulator system for the Turkish Aerospace Industries T-129 ATAK at IDEF 2017...
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TAI successfully weaponizes Anka UAV with MAM-L
Quwa Team
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Apr 30, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) successfully weaponized the Anka medium-altitude long-endurance (HALE) drone with the Roketsan MAM-L...
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Turkish Navy takes delivery of first LST (TCG Bayraktar)
Quwa Team
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Apr 26, 2017
The Turkish Navy has taken delivery of its first of two forthcoming tank landing ships (LST) from Adik Shipyard – the TCG Bayraktar – on Saturday April 22. ...
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UAE reportedly in talks for “several dozen” Sukhoi Su-35 fighters
Quwa Team
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Apr 23, 2017
The United Arab Emirates is reportedly in talks with Russia for “several dozen” Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from United Aircraft Corporation...
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Egypt takes delivery of first Type 209/1400 SSK from Germany
Quwa Team
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Apr 20, 2017
The Egyptian Navy has taken delivery of its first Type 209/1400 diesel-electric submarine from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems in Germany...
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IDEF 2017: Turkey will showcase railgun and exoskeleton development
Bilal Khan
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Apr 20, 2017
Aselsan will showcase its development work in exoskeleton and electromagnetic railgun technologies at IDEF 2017, which will take place in Istanbul in May...
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Aselsan aims to secure sizable chunk of Mil Mi-17-upgrade market
Quwa Team
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Apr 18, 2017
Turkish defence electronics giant Aselsan is reportedly aiming to secure a sizable chunk of the legacy Mil Mi-17 upgrade market...
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Aselsan will unveil lightweight ASW torpedo at IDEF 2017
Quwa Team
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Apr 18, 2017
Aselsan will unveil its own lightweight anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedo at the forthcoming International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF)...
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Turkey nearing decision to buy S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile system
Quwa Team
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Apr 16, 2017
The Turkish government is reportedly nearing its final decision towards purchasing Almaz-Antey S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from Russia...
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Turkey aims to begin Altay tank production in May
Bilal Khan
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Apr 12, 2017
Turkey’s defence minister Fikri Işık announced that Turkey is aiming to push the Otokar Altay main battle tank into production in May...
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TAI test-fires Roketsan UMTAS from Hürkuş-C close air support aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Apr 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) test-fired a Roketsan UMTAS air-to-ground missile from its Hürkuş-C close air support (CAS) aircraft...
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Roketsan Mizrak-U ATGM successfully tested from TAI T-129 ATAK
Bilal Khan
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Apr 3, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries and Roketsan successfully tested the Mizrak-U/UMTAS-U anti-tank guided missile from the T-129 attack helicopter...
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First Egyptian MiG-29M2 (or MiG-35) spotted
Bilal Khan
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Apr 2, 2017
Photos of the Egyptian Air Force’s (EAF) first Mikoyan MiG-29M2 (or MiG-35) multi-role fighter recently emerged ...
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Otokar Altay MBT ready for production
Bilal Khan
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Mar 30, 2017
The Otokar Altay main battle tank (MBT) reportedly passed its qualification tests and is ready for serial production. SSM will award a contract....
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White House pushes for Bahrain F-16 deal
Bilal Khan
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Mar 30, 2017
The Trump Administration has reportedly informed Congress of a proposed U.S. $5 billion sale of 19 new-built F-16s and other systems to Bahrain...
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Saudi Arabia will license-produce Chinese armed drones
Quwa Team
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Mar 24, 2017
The King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology and China Aerospace Science Technology Corporation will co-produce CH-series drones in Saudi Arabia...
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First Egyptian Navy DCNS Gowind 2500 corvette launched for sea trials
Quwa Team
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Mar 20, 2017
DCNS launched the first Egyptian Navy Gowind 2500 corvette – the ENS al-Fateh (971) – for sea trials earlier this month. Four ships are on order....
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Aselsan Korkut SPAAG enters production
Bilal Khan
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Mar 20, 2017
The Aselsan Korkut self-propelled anti-air gun (SPAAG) system entered production for the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK). FNSS’ ACV-30 is the carrying platform....
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Turkey S-400 talks progressing
Quwa Team
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Mar 20, 2017
Turkish and Russian officials have told their respective news media outlets that talks regarding the sale of S-400 SAM systems to Turkey are progressing...
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Nurol Makina inks Ejder Yalcin vehicle order to North African country
Quwa Team
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Mar 16, 2017
The Turkish defence vendor Nurol Makina has finalized its first Ejder Yalcin 4x4 tactical vehicle export sale to an undisclosed North African country...
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Egypt will begin receiving Ka-52 attack helicopters in 2017
Bilal Khan
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Mar 15, 2017
Russian Helicopters has confirmed that Egypt will begin receiving its Kamov Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopters later this year...
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Egypt in talks with IOMAX for Archangel
Bilal Khan
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Mar 14, 2017
The Egyptian Ministry of Defence is negotiating with IOMAX for the Archangel turboprop-powered attack aircraft...
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Iran showcases new Karrar main battle tank
Bilal Khan
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Mar 14, 2017
The Iranian Ministry of Defence has formally launched the Karrar main battle tank (MBT), which it claims is competitive against foreign MBT designs...
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Iran tests Hormuz-2 radar-guided anti-ship ballistic missile
Bilal Khan
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Mar 12, 2017
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) tested the Hormuz-2 radar-guided anti-ship ballistic missile, a variant of the Khalij Fars and Fateh...
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S-400 expected to come up in Putin-Erdogan meeting
Bilal Khan
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Mar 8, 2017
The issue of Turkey’s interest in the S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system is expected to come up in President Erdogan’s visit to Moscow...
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Turkish Aerospace Industries delivers new T-129 batch to Turkish Armed Forces
Bilal Khan
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Mar 8, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) delivered the 20th and 21st T-129 attack helicopters to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK)...
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Malaysia eager to provide submarine training support to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Mar 6, 2017
Malaysia’s defence minister revealed that Kuala Lumpur offered submarine training support and facilities to Riyadh as part of the latter’s naval development plans...
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New Czech vehicle requirement presents opportunity for NIMR
Bilal Khan
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Mar 5, 2017
The Czech Ministry of Defence’s requirement for 700 light armoured 4x4 vehicles is a major sales opportunity for the UAE’s NIMR Automotive...
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Turkish government cancels Altay engine contract with Tümosan
Bilal Khan
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Mar 3, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries cancelled its Altay engine contract with Tümosan, which to acquire technical expertise for the program...
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Sikorsky transfers S-70i to Aselsan for avionics integration and testing
Bilal Khan
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Mar 2, 2017
Sikorsky transferred a S-70i Black Hawk (International) utility helicopter to Aselsan for avionics integration and testing...
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Sikorsky and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) sign $270 million parts production deal
Bilal Khan
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Mar 1, 2017
Sikorsky and Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) signed a U.S. $270 million deal for S-70 Black Hawk parts production in Turkey...
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Spanish shipbuilder Navantia aiming for growth in the Middle East
Bilal Khan
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Feb 28, 2017
With Saudi Arabia reportedly planning a multi-billion dollar purchase of five Avante 2200-based corvettes, Navantia is aiming expansion in the Middle East...
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Emirati and Turkish companies pair up to supply 8×8 IFV to UAE.
Bilal Khan
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Feb 26, 2017
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Heavy Vehicle Industries and Turkey’s Otokar are collaborating to supply Rabdan 8x8 infantry fighting vehicles to the UAE...
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UAE’s armed forces order 1,750+ armoured vehicles from NIMR
Bilal Khan
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Feb 24, 2017
NIMR Automotive received an order from the United Arab Emirates’ armed forces for more than 1,750 armoured vehicles...
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IDEX 2017: Lockheed Martin hopeful for new F-16 sales and upgrades in the Middle East market
Bilal Khan
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Feb 23, 2017
While committing to retain F-16 manufacturing in the U.S., Lockheed Martin is hopeful of securing new sales and upgrade contracts in the Middle East...
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IDEX 2017: The UAE and Russia plan to co-develop a next-gen fighter
Bilal Khan
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Feb 20, 2017
The United Arab Emirates and Russia have agreed to collaborate on the development of a lightweight next-generation fighter....
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IDEX 2017: Timoney Technology offering development assistance to armoured vehicle makers
Bilal Khan
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Feb 19, 2017
Ireland-based Timoney Technology is offering established and emerging armoured vehicle makers assistance in affordably developing critical components....
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Turkish Aerospace Industries reveals Hürkuş-C close air support aircraft
Bilal Khan
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Feb 17, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and Turkey’s Ministry of Defence have revealed the Hürkuş-C close air support (CAS) and lightweight attack aircraft...
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Turkey commissions development of indigenous turboshaft engine
Bilal Khan
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Feb 12, 2017
The Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) has awarded TUSAŞ Engine Industries (TEI) a contract to develop a turboshaft engine for the T-625...
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Turkey still aiming for TFX maiden flight in 2023
Bilal Khan
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Feb 9, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ General Manager, Temel Kotil, stated that TAI was still aiming to begin test flying the TFX next-generation fighter in 2023...
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Turkish-Saudi defence production efforts showing results
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2017
One of several Turkish-Saudi joint-ventures in defence production – an Aselsan-MIC facility producing Aselsan’s software defined radios – is showing promise...
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MEADS Consortium offers to assist Turkey in long-range SAM program
Bilal Khan
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Feb 8, 2017
The consortium behind the Medium Extended Range Air Defence System (MEADS) is offering Turkey help in its long-range surface-to-air missile program...
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Roketsan “Bora” ballistic missile reportedly nearing completion
Bilal Khan
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Feb 6, 2017
Turkey's indigenous surface-to-surface ballistic missile - the Roketsan Bora - is reportedly nearing completion....
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Denel will display the Umkhonto-EIR surface-to-air missile at IDEX 2017
Bilal Khan
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Feb 5, 2017
Denel Group will display the Denel Dynamics Umkhonto-EIR, an upgraded version of the Umkhonto surface-to-air missile, in the UAE at IDEX 2017...
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Turkey reportedly in talks for S-400 SAM from Russia
Bilal Khan
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Feb 1, 2017
Turkey is reportedly in talks with Russia for the purchase of the S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system...
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Turkey and UK agree to next-gen fighter development deal
Bilal Khan
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Jan 29, 2017
Turkish Aerospace Industries’ next-generation fighter program, the TFX, is officially in motion thanks to a GBP 100 million-plus contract to BAE Systems...
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Saudi Arabia formally inducts new F-15SA fighters
Bilal Khan
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Jan 26, 2017
The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) formally inducted its first Boeing F-15SA multi-role fighter aircraft in a ceremony ...
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Federal Court of Canada will decide on GDLS LAV sale to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Dec 20, 2016
The Federal Court of Canada will decide whether to approve or block a CAD $15 billion sale of armoured fighting vehicles to Saudi Arabia…...
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TKMS formally hands over first 2 Type 209 submarines to Egypt
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems has formally handed over the first two of four Type 209 submarines to the Egyptian Navy…...
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U.S State Department clears proposed Boeing AH-64E sale to UAE
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
The U.S. State Department cleared a proposed $3.5 billion U.S. sale of remanufactured and new AH-64E Guardian attack helicopters to the United Arab Emirates…...
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Roketsan successfully test-fired HİSAR-O medium-range SAM
Bilal Khan
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Dec 12, 2016
Turkey’s leading munitions maker Roketsan successfully test-fired its HİSAR-O medium-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system…...
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Egypt expresses interest in defence collaboration with Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Dec 9, 2016
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi informed Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production that Cairo was interested in defence collaboration…...
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NIMR Automotive N35 and AJBAN SOV displayed at UAE National Day parade
Bilal Khan
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Dec 8, 2016
The United Arab Emirates displayed its NIMR Automotive’s N35 mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicle and AJBAN SOV during its National Day parade…...
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Pakistani Minister of Defence Production on official visit to Egypt
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain is on an official visit to Egypt…...
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Turkey’s Göktürk-1 earth observation satellite now in orbit
Bilal Khan
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Dec 6, 2016
The European Space Centre in French Guiana successfully launched Turkey’s earth observation satellite, the Göktürk-1, into orbit…...
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Azerbaijan reaches out to Pakistan for joint-production in defence
Bilal Khan
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Dec 4, 2016
Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan has reached out to Pakistan for the prospect of jointly producing defence hardware…...
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T-129 ATAK begins testing MİLDAR millimeter wave radar
Bilal Khan
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Dec 1, 2016
Turkish Aerospace Industries and Meteksan Defence have begun testing the MİLDAR millimeter wave radar onboard the T-129 ATAK attack helicopter…...
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Iraq reportedly seeking HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missiles
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2016
Iraq is reportedly close to finalizing a purchase of HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missile systems from China…...
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Azerbaijan rekindles interest in the JF-17 Thunder
Bilal Khan
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Nov 27, 2016
The Azerbaijani Air and Air Defence Force has reportedly rekindled its interest in the JF-17 Thunder lightweight multi-role fighter…...
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IDEAS 2016: Turkey inks 52 Super Mushshak deal with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Bilal Khan
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Nov 23, 2016
The Turkish Undersecretariat of Defence Industries has inked a purchase of 52 Super Mushshak screening trainers from Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)....
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Turkey is interested in the S-400 long-range SAM system
Bilal Khan
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Nov 22, 2016
Turkish Defence Minister Fikri Işık said that Turkey is seeking the S-400 Triumf long-range surface-to-air missile system from Russia…...
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U.S. State Department greenlights Qatar F-15QA sale
Bilal Khan
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Nov 21, 2016
The U.S. Department of State has formally greenlighted a proposed $21 billion U.S. sale of up to 72 Boeing F-15QA fighters to Qatar…...
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Turkey and Pakistan commit to strengthening defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Nov 17, 2016
On the heels of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s official visit to Pakistan, the Turkish Chief of General Staff and Pakistan Chief of Army Staff committed…...
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IDEAS 2016 Preview: Turkey will ink MoU with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
Bilal Khan
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Nov 16, 2016
The Turkish Ministry of Defence will sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Pakistan Aeronautical Complex during IDEAS 2016…...
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Turkey confirms intention to both import and develop long-range SAMs
Bilal Khan
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Nov 14, 2016
The head of the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) Dr. İsmail Demir reiterated SSM’s intention to develop a long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system...
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Turkey orders second batch of F-35 Lightning II fighters
Bilal Khan
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Nov 1, 2016
Turkey has greenlighted an order for the second batch of Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighters for the Turkish Air Force…...
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KMW delivers batch of new Leopard 2A7+ MBTs to Qatar
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
German armour vendor Krauss-Maffei Wegmann has delivered a batch of new-built Leopard 2A7+ main battle tanks to Qatar....
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Pakistan & Qatar commit to stronger defence ties
Bilal Khan
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Oct 28, 2016
Whilst visiting Pakistan, a high-level Qatari delegation has echoed the Pakistani government’s call for strengthening defence ties between the two countries....
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Turkey opens long-range surface-to-air missile tender to Russia
Bilal Khan
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Oct 18, 2016
In a bid to normalize ties, Ankara has invited Moscow to compete in the former’s long-range surface-to-air missile program …...
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Rolls-Royce seeks to participate in Turkey’s next-gen fighter program
Bilal Khan
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Oct 13, 2016
Rolls-Royce is reportedly seeking to participate in the TFX, the Turkish Air Force’s envisaged next-generation fighter program …...
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Turkish universities agree to collaborate on turboshaft technology
Bilal Khan
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Oct 5, 2016
The Anka University of Technology and Kharkov Technical University have agreed to collaborate on turboshaft engine technology for use on helicopters....
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Pakistan will export 100 Super Mushshak trainers to Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Oct 4, 2016
As per Lt. Gen Abdul Qayyum, the Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Defence, Pakistan will export 100 Super Mushshak trainers to Turkey…...
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Egypt takes delivery of second MRAP batch from U.S.
Bilal Khan
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Oct 3, 2016
Egypt took delivery of the second batch of mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicles from the U.S....
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Bahrain could keep Lockheed Martin’s F-16 line open
Bilal Khan
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Oct 2, 2016
A proposed sale of new-built F-16V multi-role fighters would allow Lockheed Martin to keep its F-16 production line open....
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Denel and Saudi company ITEAC Group agree to jointly market Ingwe anti-tank missile to Saudi Arabia
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2016
Denel Dynamics and ITEAC Group, a Saudi company, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly market Denel’s…...
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Turkey’s Havelsan seeks to patent submarine subsystems
Bilal Khan
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Sep 21, 2016
Turkish defence vendor Havelsan has recently applied to patent four newly developed submarine subsystems. ...
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Egypt takes delivery of second Mistral helicopter carrier
Bilal Khan
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Sep 20, 2016
The Egyptian Navy took delivery of its second Mistral landing helicopter dock (LHD) – the Anwar el-Sadat....
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Egypt & Russia reportedly sign training agreement for Ka-52 attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Sep 8, 2016
Russia and Egypt have reportedly signed an agreement which will enable Egyptian pilots to train for the Ka-52 attack helicopter in Russia....
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Turkey reportedly in talks for SAMP/T Aster 30 SAM
Bilal Khan
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Sep 4, 2016
Turkey is reportedly in negotiations with Eurosam for the acquisition of the SAMP/T Aster-30 long-range surface-to-air missile system....
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U.S. reportedly close to approving Qatar & Kuwait fighter deals
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
The U.S. will reportedly approve the sale of F-15Es and F/A-18E/Fs to Qatar and Kuwait, respectively, in the coming days....
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Otokar pushes for Turkish Army Altay MBT production
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
The Turkish defence vendor Otokar has submitted its final offer to the Turkish government for the Turkish Army’s Altay tank production contract....
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Saudi Arabia reportedly signs armed UAV deal with China
Bilal Khan
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Sep 1, 2016
Saudi Arabia has reportedly signed on to buy an undisclosed number of Wing Loong armed unmanned aerial vehicles from China....
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STM Turkey in talks to design corvette for Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2016
STM Turkey announced that it is contact with Pakistan over the prospect of a corvette project similar to the MILGEM....
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Euphrates Shield: Turkey pushes further into Syria
Bilal Khan
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Aug 29, 2016
A round-up of news stories on Turkey’s entry into the Syrian Civil War....
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Reports of Turkish Army attacks on Kurdish forces
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2016
A summary of reports outlining clashes involving the Turkish Army and the Kurdish forces, especially the YPG....
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Turkish Army & Free Syrian Army dislodged ISIS from Jarabulus
Bilal Khan
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Aug 25, 2016
With the support of the Turkish Army, the Free Syrian Army has dislodged ISIS from the town of Jarabulus on the Turkish-Syrian border. ...
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Turkish Airlines chairman offers pilots to the Turkish Air Force
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2016
In the aftermath of a failed coup, the Turkish government is given the option to access its airline pilots in order to rebuild its fighter pilot ranks....
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Iran showcases Bavar-373 long-range surface-to-air missile system
Bilal Khan
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Aug 24, 2016
Iran recently unveiled what it claims to be an indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile system, the Bavar-373....
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STM Turkey building momentum in global shipbuilding market
Bilal Khan
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Aug 23, 2016
The Turkish shipbuilder is growing in the global shipbuilding market, especially in the naval sphere thanks to its products and engineering services....
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Turkey invited Pakistan to participate in next-gen TFX fighter program
Bilal Khan
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Aug 22, 2016
Turkey invited Pakistan to participate in the development of the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ next-generation TFX multi-role fighter program....
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Turkey’s next-gen fighter delayed in failed coup aftermath
Bilal Khan
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Aug 18, 2016
The British government’s decision to monitor Turkey’s political climate in the aftermath of the failed coup attempt will delay the TFX....
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Egypt’s MiG-29s will have IRST, targeting pods & modern EW systems.
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
The Egyptian Air Force’s forthcoming MiG-29s will reportedly come with infrared search & track systems, targeting pods and modern EW systems....
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Algeria & Leonardo will jointly manufacture helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 17, 2016
The Algerian Ministry of National Defence and Italian defence vendor Leonardo signed a MoU to jointly produce helicopters....
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Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) CEO hopeful of sales to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Aug 16, 2016
In an interview, the CEO of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), Muharram Dörtkaşlı, was hopeful of securing major contracts from the Pakistani military....
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BMC will partner with Malaysian and German firms
Bilal Khan
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Aug 4, 2016
Turkey’s BMC will join hands with Rheinmetall AG & Malaysia’s Etika to create a new joint company to market armoured solutions for the Middle East & Asia....
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Pakistan in talks for Qatari Mirage 2000-5s? (Not likely)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 27, 2016
Is Pakistan in talks with Qatar for the purchase of the Qatar Emiri Air Force’s Mirage 2000-5s?...
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Pakistan & Turkey have major defence programs in the pipeline
Bilal Khan
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Jul 25, 2016
According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production, Turkey and Pakistan have a number of major defence programs in the works....
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The Turkish air units involved in the failed coup
Bilal Khan
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Jul 18, 2016
Initial details on the Turkish Air Force units that were involved in the failed military coup attempt that took place on 15 July 2016....
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Summary of the coup attempt in Turkey
Bilal Khan
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Jul 16, 2016
An overview of what is known about the military coup attempt that took place on Friday in Turkey, and a brief look at its possible ramifications....
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Aselsan aims to thrive in small arms optics
Bilal Khan
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Jul 14, 2016
With its new 5000 square metre factory in the Sivas Industrial Zone, Aselsan is aiming to be a leader in the market of small arms optics....
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Jordan has put up 15 F-16A/B MLU for sale (to Pakistan?)
Bilal Khan
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Jul 4, 2016
The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) has listed 14 F-16A and 1 F-16B Block-15 Mid-Life Update (MLU) multi-role fighters for sale on its official website. ...
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Russia completes Mi-28NE attack helicopter deliveries to Iraq
Bilal Khan
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Jun 30, 2016
The Iraqi Army has received the last of its Mi-28NE dedicated attack helicopters from Russia. The Mi-28NE is playing a major counterinsurgency role ......
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Qatar signs $1.11 billion U.S. deal with MBDA for naval munitions
Bilal Khan
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Jun 29, 2016
Qatar and MBDA have inked a $1.11 billion U.S. contract to supply the Qatar Emiri Navy with anti-ship missiles as well as short and long-range surface-to-air missiles....
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Turkey’s Aselsan is selling eight ASELPOD targeting pods to Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 23, 2016
Turkish defence vendor Aselsan is selling the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) 16 ASELPOD advanced targeting pods for $25 million U.S. ...
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Qatar finalizes purchase of Super Mushshak trainers from Pakistan
Bilal Khan
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Jun 23, 2016
The Qatar Emiri Air Force will procure an undisclosed number of Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Super Mushshak basic flight trainers....
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Turkey & Pakistan ink Agosta 90B submarine upgrade deal
Bilal Khan
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Jun 22, 2016
Turkey’s STM and Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) have recently concluded a deal to upgrade the Pakistan Navy’s three Agosta 90B submarines. The upgrade will be carried out in Pakistan. According to STM, France’s DCNS...
UAE’s NIMR successfully produced 1000 armoured vehicles
Bilal Khan
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Jun 20, 2016
NIMR Automotive, a leading defence vendor in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), successfully rolled out its 1000th armoured vehicle....
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Details on Qatar’s multi billion-dollar naval deal with Italy
Bilal Khan
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Jun 17, 2016
For $4.47 billion U.S. Qatar will be procuring four corvettes, two offshore patrol vessels and a landing platform dock (LPD) from Italy’s Fincantieri....
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UAE will end year-long campaign in Yemen
Bilal Khan
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Jun 16, 2016
The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will end its military operations in Yemen, roughly one year after it and Saudi Arabia entered the country. ...
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Qatar is buying five Italian warships for $5.61bn
Bilal Khan
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Jun 15, 2016
Qatar will soon sign a $5.61 billion U.S. contract with the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for five corvettes/light frigates and a support ship. ...
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Is the Iron Dome a good air defence concept?
Bilal Khan
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Jun 15, 2016
An overview & analysis of whether the Israeli Iron Dome is a concept worth emulating, especially as an air defence system for small projectiles & drones....
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Otokar TULPAR-S APC makes international debut at Eurosatory 2016
Bilal Khan
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Jun 14, 2016
The new generation armoured personnel carrier TULPAR-S by the Turkish military vehicles maker Otokar made its international debut at Eurosatory 2016....
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Egyptian MiG-29s (or MiG-35?) reportedly in production
Bilal Khan
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Jun 12, 2016
MiG-29 (or MiG-35) Fulcrums for the Egyptian Air Force are reportedly in production as per a $2 billion U.S. contract apparently signed in 2015. ...
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Qatar orders 24 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Jun 8, 2016
The Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) placed a $667.5 million U.S. order for 24 Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters....
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Turkey will produce Black Hawk helicopters under license
Bilal Khan
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Jun 7, 2016
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) will produce the S-70 Black Hawk helicopters under license. It also secured export licenses for the S-70....
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This Week in Review: Turkish-Pakistani defence ties climb
Bilal Khan
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Jun 4, 2016
Turkey and Pakistan are on-track to finalizing a number of big-ticket defence contracts, if successful, it would be a significant surge....
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Pakistan will get Turkey to upgrade its Agosta 90B submarines
Bilal Khan
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Jun 4, 2016
The Pakistan Navy is in detailed discussions with Turkey to upgrade its fleet of three AIP-equipped Agosta 90B submarines....
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Pakistan is evaluating the TAI T-129 attack helicopter
Bilal Khan
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Jun 4, 2016
The Pakistan Army is examining the Turkish Aerospace Industries T-129 ATAK dedicated attack helicopter. One unit is in Pakistan for testing....
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Pakistan eyeing four MILGEM corvettes
Bilal Khan
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Jun 4, 2016
The Pakistan Navy reportedly requested Turkey for four MILGEM or Ada-class corvettes along with the rights and technology to produce them in Pakistan....
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Egypt receives first French helicopter carrier
Bilal Khan
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Jun 2, 2016
The Egyptian Navy has received the first of two Mistral-class landing helicopter dock (LHD) – the ENS Gamal Abdel Nasser....
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Key military exercises in the Middle East
Bilal Khan
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Jun 1, 2016
A brief look at impotant military exercises that have taken place (and will be taking place) in the Middle East: Anatolian Eagle, EFES 2016, Eager Lion...
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Algeria receives first Mi-28NE Night Hunter attack helicopters
Bilal Khan
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May 30, 2016
The Algerian Forces have received the first two (of a total of 42) Mi-28NE Night Hunter dedicated attack helicopters from Russia....
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Israel successfully tests C-Dome system from Sa’ar 5 corvette
Bilal Khan
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May 30, 2016
The Israeli Navy claims that it has successfully tested the sea-based leg of its rocket defence system – the Iron Dome – from a Sa’ar 5 corvette....
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Could Turkey be considering the Boeing P-8 Poseidon?
Bilal Khan
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May 26, 2016
The Turkish Navy is looking for a long-range maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) to supplement its fleet of ATR-72 and CN-235 MPA fleets....
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Turkey and Ukraine to jointly produce transport planes
Bilal Khan
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May 19, 2016
Turkey and Ukraine will jointly manufacture passenger airliners and cargo aircraft. This is another in the increasing cooperation between the two countries....
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The Turkish Strike Arsenal
Bilal Khan
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May 17, 2016
Roketsan and TUBITAK SAGE have made impressive strides in the development of precision-guided air-to-surface weaponry; we offer an overview...
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Turkey and Pakistan agree to enhance defence industry ties
Bilal Khan
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May 7, 2016
Pakistan & Turkey agreed to strengthen defence ties, could this mean Pakistan will hasten efforts towards buying Turkish armaments - such as the ASELPOD?...
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Afghan A-29 COIN fighters begin combat operations
Bilal Khan
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May 2, 2016
For the first time since the end of the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan, the AAF has engaged in live combat using modern-day fixed-wing combat aircraft. ...
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Jordan is upgrading its Air Tractors for precision-strike
Bilal Khan
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Apr 26, 2016
Jordan is upgrading its Air Tractor-based Archangels, enabling them to carry precision-guided bombs such as the Joint Direct Attack Munition...
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Azerbaijan invites Pakistan to showcase the JF-17 at ADEX 2016
Bilal Khan
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Apr 26, 2016
The Government of Azerbaijan invited Pakistan to present the JF-17 at its upcoming ADEX 2016 defence exhibition in September...
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Saudi Arabia aims to local-source 50% of future arms acquisitions
Bilal Khan
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Apr 25, 2016
Being the world’s fourth highest defence spender, Saudi Arabia is aiming to direct its expenditure to develop a robust domestic defence industry....
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Is the Altay MBT nearing production?
Bilal Khan
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Apr 22, 2016
Turkish news outlets are reporting that Otokar is ready to mass produce the Altay main battle tank...
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New Russian attack helicopters spotted in Syria
Bilal Khan
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Mar 18, 2016
On the day that a number of Russian aircraft left Syria, Mi-28NE “Night Hunter” and Ka-52 “Alligator” dedicated attack helicopters entered the country....
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First group of Russian planes leave Syria
Bilal Khan
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Mar 16, 2016
According to the Russian Ministry of Defence, a batch of Sukhoi Su-34 fighter-bombers left Hmeymin Airbase near Latakia (Bashar al-Assad’s stronghold). ...
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Egypt will use loans to help fund new French weapons
Bilal Khan
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Mar 14, 2016
Egypt will secure $3.76 billion U.S. in loans from France in order to fund its acquisition of various big-ticket French armaments. ...
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Qatar Pushes Rafale Purchase into Full Gear
Bilal Khan
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Dec 17, 2015
Dassault Aviation has recently received Doha’s down payment in support of a $6.9 billion U.S deal for 24 Rafale multi-role fighters (as well as requisite training and maintenance support and ammunition) signed in May 2015....
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First Egyptian Type 209/1400 Submarine launched in Germany
Bilal Khan
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Dec 15, 2015
The first of four Type 209/1400 diesel-electric submarines (SSK) for the Egyptian Navy was recently launched by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) of Germany....
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Turkey’s New Long-Range Air Defence System to be Indigenous?
Bilal Khan
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Nov 30, 2015
While Turkey did re-open talks with Raython and Eurosam, it has ultimately opted to pursue a local solution instead of an off-the-shelf alternative in the form of the Patriot or SAMP/T....
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China Unveils FC-31; Brief Analysis of Possible Buyer(s)
Bilal Khan
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Nov 9, 2015
The Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) recently unveiled the FC-31 Gyrfalcon at the 2015 Dubai Air Show. The twin-engine FC-31 is marketed as a 5th-generation multi-role stealth fighter based on the J-31 that has been...
With the Su-34 the Bear is Not Pulling its Punches
Bilal Khan
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Oct 10, 2015
By Bilal Khan 10 October 2015 I very much underestimated how far Russia was willing to go in Syria. Where I previously posited that its presence in Syria was focused on ensuring the survival of the...
Egypt to Buy Mistral Helicopter Carriers
Bilal Khan
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Sep 27, 2015
26 September 2015 By Bilal Khan The French President Francois Hollande confirmed that Egypt is looking to buy the two Mistral-class helicopter carrier and amphibious assault ships from France. The two ships were originally built for...
Why is Russia Readying to Fight in Syria?
Bilal Khan
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Sep 26, 2015
24 September 2015 By Bilal Khan The past several weeks have seen Russia rapidly bolster its military presence in Latakia, Syria’s coastal western region and one of Bashar al-Assad’s remaining strongholds. Latakia is considered the heartland...
The Egyptian Military’s Build-Up
Bilal Khan
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Sep 18, 2015
By Bilal Khan 18 September 2015 In the midst of political turmoil, the Egyptian military has begun entering a serious phase of modernization, not only in terms of acquiring new equipment, but in also enhancing its operational...
Kuwait Orders the Typhoon from Italy
Bilal Khan
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Sep 13, 2015
By Bilal Khan 12 September 2015 The Kuwait Air Force recently ordered 28 Eurofighter Typhoons in a deal set with the Italian government, one of the Eurofighter consortium members involved in the Typhoon’s development. The multi-billion...
New Iraqi F-16s Enter the Fray
Bilal Khan
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Sep 8, 2015
By Bilal Khan The Iraqi Air Force just deployed its newly delivered F-16s to combat against the group known as ISIS. Lieutenant General Anwar Hama Amin, the commanding officer of the Iraqi Air Force, said “Fifteen...
Lebanon’s New Weapons
Bilal Khan
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Sep 7, 2015
By Bilal Khan In June 2015 the Government of Lebanon sent formal requests to the U.S for the sale of six A-29 Super Tucano turboprop aircraft and as many as 1,000 AGM-114 Hellfire II air-to-surface missiles....
Saudi MH-60R Deal Now in Effect
Bilal Khan
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Aug 30, 2015
August 30 2015 In May 2015 Saudi Arabia requested a sale for 10 MH-60R ‘Multi-Mission Helicopters’ with spare-parts and logistical and maintenance support for $1.9bn U.S. On August 27 2015 the U.S Department of Defense awarded...
Algeria receives first two Mi-26T2 Halo helicopters
Bilal Khan
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Aug 28, 2015
By Bilal Khan August 28 2015 The Algerian Air Force recently received the first two of 14 Mi-26T2 Halo heavy-lift helicopters from Russia. The Mi-26T2 is the latest variant of the Soviet-era system (which first flew...
Why the Rafale is a Big Deal for Egypt
Bilal Khan
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Aug 15, 2015
By Bilal Khan Egypt’s purchase of the Dassault Rafale was unexpected, but the fact that this very impressive deal was not reported widely was surprising. The first batch of three aircraft (out of an order for...
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