22 Years On, The Sanction-Proof JF-17 is More Important Than Ever
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...
Pakistan
Pakistan’s Answer to India’s “New Normal”: A Rocket Force Built for Pre-Emptive Strikes
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...
Defence Uncut | How Pakistan’s New Shark (Hangor) Aims to Push India Away from the Arabian Sea
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...
How the Z-10ME Redefines the Role of Pakistan’s Army Aviation Corps
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...
The Surprising American Roots of the Pakistan Air Force’s Recent Air Victories
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,...
Pakistan’s Next Great Military Project Isn’t a Fighter Jet – It’s an Invisible Network
The future of air power is no longer solely about the kinematic performance of an aircraft – its speed, altitude, or maneuverability. Instead, the decisive...
Pakistan’s Next Move: Why Drones, Not Fighter Jets, Are the Future of its Air Force
In our latest episode of Defence Uncut, a few interesting news items crossed our desk, from potential maintenance deals with South Africa to the Indian...
Defence Uncut | Why Pakistan’s Project AZM Fighter Failed (and What’s Next)
The ambition isn’t new. For years, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has pursued the goal of a homegrown next-generation fighter, a vision that crystallized under...
Defence Uncut | The Overlooked History of Pakistan’s Nuclear Program
Pakistan’s nuclear capability is often shrouded in myths of borrowed technology and foreign designs. But the reality is a far more complex and strategically calculated...
Defence Uncut | The Pakistan Navy is a Silent Success Story With Big Ambitions
In a new episode of Defence Uncut, we delve into a series of significant regional and domestic developments, including the Israel-Iran Conflict, Pakistan’s 20% defence...