Podcasts - Quwa

Why Pakistan Wants to Upgrade its F-16s Defence Uncut Podcast

A quiet update to an existing Pentagon contract had indicated Pakistan could be seeking new AIM-120C8/D3 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), setting off a wave of discussions on the potential for a revived F-16 program. The US Department of War has since…

A New Power Play? What the Saudi-Pakistan Defence Pact Really Means for South Asia and the Middle East Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 7371Views 0Likes

In this week's episode of Defence Uncut, we analyze the newly signed Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. This pact is far more than a routine formalization of long-standing ties; it signals a significant recalibration of regional power dynamics,…

The Real Reason India Wants 114 More Rafales Has Its Neighbour Worried Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 7349Views 0Likes

Recent reports indicating that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is urging the Government of India to initiate talks for an additional 114 Dassault Rafale fighters signal a potential paradigm shift in the country's defence procurement strategy. This move, if it materializes, would…

Pakistan’s Deal With PIESAT Could Signal a Civilian-Led Satellite Program Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 7331Views 0Likes

Pakistan signed a $406 million USD deal with China’s PIESAT for a constellation of over 20 imaging and communication satellites, a move that signals a profound shift in its strategic posture. The agreement, which includes a full transfer-of-technology (ToT) for in-country satellite…

An Engineer’s Breakdown of China’s Most Terrifying New Military Tech Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 7305Views 0Likes

China’s 2025 Victory Day parade was more than pageantry – it was an overt statement of deterrence built around new classes of missiles, air-defence systems, and autonomous platforms. In this Defence Uncut episode, the Quwa team parse what matters for Pakistan and…

22 Years On, The Sanction-Proof JF-17 is More Important Than Ever Defence Uncut Podcast

by Quwa Team 7287Views 0Likes

In this week’s episode of Defence Uncut, we mark the 22nd anniversary of the JF-17 Thunder’s maiden flight by taking a deep dive into the platform's history, evolution, and future with Usman Shabir and Yawar Mazhar, authors of the definitive Pakistan Air…

Pakistan’s Answer to India’s “New Normal”: A Rocket Force Built for Pre-Emptive Strikes Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 5579Views 0Likes

In this week’s episode of Defence Uncut, the discussion centers on the Pakistan Army and the significant shift marked by the establishment of its new Rocket Force Command. This move is more than a simple organizational change; it represents a noteworthy evolution…

Defence Uncut | How Pakistan’s New Shark (Hangor) Aims to Push India Away from the Arabian Sea Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 5618Views 0Likes

In this week’s episode of Defence Uncut, we shift our focus to the Pakistan Navy (PN) and the significant strategic implications of its forthcoming Hangor-class submarines. With China launching the third boat, PNS Mangro, the program is gaining momentum, setting the stage…

How the Z-10ME Redefines the Role of Pakistan’s Army Aviation Corps Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 5137Views 0Likes

The Pakistan Army has officially inducted its first units of Z-10ME attack helicopters, closing a complex and often-frustrated search for a new gunship that spanned nearly 15 years. The arrival of this modern Chinese platform is more than a simple hardware replacement…

The Surprising American Roots of the Pakistan Air Force’s Recent Air Victories Defence Uncut Podcast

by Bilal Khan 4774Views 0Likes

Recent analysis of the May 7th air engagement, notably a detailed report by Reuters, has prompted considerable discussion surrounding the efficacy of Chinese weapon systems, like the J-10CE and PL-15E air-to-air missile (AAM), and Pakistan’s strong execution in the air on 07…