Egyptian MiG-29s (or MiG-35?) reportedly in production
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.
Russia
Pakistan is engaging Russia for helicopters, tanks, and SAMs
Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told Sputnik News that Pakistan was “in touch” with Russia for the possible buy of helicopters, SAMs & tanks.
Pakistan is reportedly interested in Su-35 & Mi-28NE
According to several recent news reports, Pakistan is in active talks with Russia for the acquisition of Su-35s and Mi-28NEs
New Russian attack helicopters spotted in Syria
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.
This Week in Defence News
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