Bahrain Defence & Security

New US commander takes helm of Task Force 59 in Bahrain

Arnold Pinto 08/08/2024

US 5th Fleet region in focus The US Naval Forces Central Command’s Task Force (TF) 59 inducted a new leader on July 30, 2024, as Captain John Barrientos took over command from Captain Colin Corridan in a formal change of command ceremony in Manama, Bahrain. Captain Barrientos succeeds Captain

Defence & Security Saudi Arabia

US okays $2.8 billion military support sale to Saudi Arabia

Arnold Pinto 06/08/2024

Involving logistics and programme support The US State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Saudi Arabia involving system logistics, sustainment support, and related elements at an estimated cost of $2.8 billion. This determination, communicated to Congress by the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency, includes comprehensive logistics and

Defence & Security

US moves extra military assets to Middle East amidst regional tension

News Desk 04/08/2024

Including warships, fighter aircraft, missile systems The US is taking decisive measures to address potential escalations involving Iran and its affiliates in the volatile Middle East region. In a statement issued on August 2, 2024, US Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh noted that in response to the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, […]

Defence & Security

2 US B-52H bomber aircraft in Romania for NATO manoeuvres

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2024

First time iconic aircraft are in Black Sea region Two US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers have arrived at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania. This marks the first time US strategic bomber aircraft have operated out of Romania.  The B-52Hs, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, departed Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana. While flying […]

Defence & Security

US to transform US Forces Japan into Joint Forces HQ

News Desk 29/07/2024

Japan offered nuclear deterrents In a landmark decision, the United States will transform US Forces Japan into a Joint Forces Headquarters. This new structure will report directly to the commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, as disclosed by US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III following a high-profile two-plus-two ministerial meeting in Tokyo on […]

Defence & Security

US and Iraqi officials meet to discuss security cooperation

News Desk 24/07/2024

Meeting held at the Pentagon US and Iraqi officials have met at the Pentagon to discuss when and how the mission of the global coalition against the Islamic State in Iraq would end and transition in an orderly manner to an enduring bilateral security partnership, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder stated […]

Defence & Security

NATO’s nuclear deterrence posture deemed robust and adaptable

News Editor 2 21/07/2024

Seen pivotal in deterring potential conflicts In a virtual discussion hosted by the Centre for a New American Security, US Acting Assistant Secretary of Defence for Space Policy Vipin Narang affirmed NATO’s robust commitment to nuclear deterrence, citing significant strides in enhancing capabilities to meet evolving threats. Narang lauded NATO’s nuclear

Defence & Security

New NATO missile defence base in Poland is operational

News Desk 18/07/2024

‘Aegis Ashore’ reinforces transatlantic security A pivotal milestone in NATO’s defensive capabilities has been achieved as the new US ballistic missile defence site in Redzikowo, Poland, known as ‘Aegis Ashore,’ is now operational. This development significantly enhances NATO’s ability to safeguard its member nations against ballistic missile threats, crucially

Aviation Defence & Security Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia orders 4 Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2024

Delivery is set for 2027 Saudi Arabia has signed an order with Airbus Defence and Space for four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, adding to the six it already deploys and marking a significant advancement in its aerial refuelling and transport capabilities. The four aircraft, scheduled to commence conversion at the […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin Delivers 2,700th C-130 Hercules Tactical Airlifter

News Desk 28/06/2024

KC-130J Refuels Most Rotary-Wing Aircraft Lockheed Martin has delivered the 2,700th C-130 Super Hercules tactical airlifter, a KC-130J tanker, to the US Marine Corps Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point in North Carolina. The C-130 Hercules series has earned acclaim for its robust performance and unique versatility. It

Aviation Defence & Security

France’s NH90 Special Forces Variant Begins Flight Testing

Arnold Pinto 23/06/2024

81 NH90 TTH Helicopters On Order Airbus Helicopters has initiated the flight testing phase for the NH90 Standard 2 prototype, a unique configuration tailored to the French Army Aviation’s special forces operations. The NH90 Standard 2 configuration, which incorporates advanced features such as the Safran Euroflir 410 electro-optical system, a new digital map

Defence & Security Events

Filipino President Addresses IISS Shangri-La Dialogue 2024

News Editor 2 01/06/2024

Asia’s Premier Defence Summit President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines delivered the keynote address at the 21st edition of the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, which commenced in Singapore on May 31, 2024. Recognised as Asia’s premier defence summit, this year’s event (May 31-June 2, 2024) is an insightful platform for strategic discourse. US

Aviation Defence & Security

NATO Troops In Largest Parachute Drop Since World War II

Arnold Pinto 19/05/2024

As Part Of Exercise Swift Response 2024 In a display of multinational cooperation and military prowess, NATO paratroopers have descended over Romania as part of Exercise Swift Response 2024, marking the largest Allied airborne operation since World War II. At an airbase near Câmpia Turzii, Romania, troops from Germany, France, Romania, Spain, and the United […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Airbus Helicopters And Babcock Secure EC145 Contract

News Desk 13/05/2024

To Support French Ministry’s Helicopter Fleet In a move to bolster the operational capabilities of the Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie Nationale, Airbus Helicopters and Babcock have clinched a pivotal contract to provide comprehensive support for the French Ministry of Interior’s fleet of 48 EC145 helicopters. The 12-year agreement, set to commence this year,

Defence & Security Events

34 Recruits Join Vatican’s Elite Swiss Guard Corps

News Desk 08/05/2024

Vow To Protect Pope Francis With Their Life Thirty-four new Pontifical Swiss Guard recruits swore allegiance to Pope Francis and his legitimate successors during an elaborate swearing-in ceremony held at the Vatican in Rome on May 6, 2024. In their distinctive way, the 34 Swiss Guard members raised three fingers to evoke the Holy Trinity […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Ukrainian Air Force Pilots Train With F-16s In Denmark

Arnold Pinto 05/05/2024

NATO Allies Donate Their Fighter Jets To Kyiv The Danish Air Force is training ace Ukrainian fighter pilots at an airbase in Denmark to fly the US-made F-16 Fighting Falcon. A coalition of NATO allies, including Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway, has made a significant commitment to Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s unprovoked war of […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Mayman Aerospace Unveils Unique Military VTOL Aircraft

Arnold Pinto 04/05/2024

Razor P100, On Display At SOF Week 2024 The anticipation surrounding the future of aerial warfare has peaked as Mayman Aerospace has announced the unveiling of the Razor P100, the inaugural full-scale model of its cutting-edge military Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) aircraft. This unveiling marks a significant milestone in aviation history. It is scheduled […]

Defence & Security Tech

Smiths Detection Unveils X-ray Diffraction Scanner

Arnold Pinto 01/05/2024

Featuring Enhanced Security Screening Smiths Detection, a globally renowned leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, has launched the SDX 10060 XDi, a revolutionary X-ray scanner. This scanner is not just another addition to the company’s product line but a game-changer in the industry, empowered by cutting-edge diffraction technology. X-ray

Cybersecurity Defence & Security

Pentagon Moves To Bolster American Defence Industry Cybersecurity

Arnold Pinto 30/04/2024

Following Escalating Cyber Threats The Pentagon has unveiled its inaugural strategy to fortify cybersecurity among American defence industry stakeholders, a crucial step in the face of escalating cyber threats that underscores the immediate need for collaboration. The Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Strategy charts a course for intensified cooperation between the US

Defence & Security

Global Military Spending Peaks At $2443 Billion In 2023

Arnold Pinto 29/04/2024

Military Buying Up In Most Regions Global military spending surged in 2023 amid rising tensions and insecurity, reaching $2443 billion, according to new data published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This marked a 6.8% increase in real terms from 2022 and the steepest year-on-year increase since 2009. The 10 largest spenders in […]