Lockheed Martin cites successful test of GMLRS alternative warhead
WASHINGTON — The United States has overseen tests of a new guided rocket system sought by the Middle East. The U.S. Army hosted development and operational tests of the (more…)
Iran set to launch second advanced destroyer in two-year span
NICOSIA — Iran plans to launch an advanced naval destroyer. Officials said the Iranian Navy has completed preparations for the launch of the Damavand destroyer. They said Damavand marked (more…)
Big spender Algeria eyes major expansion of its armored fleet
LONDON — Algeria was expected to become the leading spender of armored combat platforms in Africa, a report said. A British consultant asserted that Algeria plans to significantly expand (more…)
Israeli university develops personality profiler for strategic adversaries
TEL AVIV — Israel has overseen the development of a technique to profile adversaries. Israel’s Ben-Gurion University has introduced a computer-supported methodology for personality profiling. The university said the (more…)
Russia to offer Iskander missile, S-400 to Middle East clients
MOSCOW — Russia, after years of indecision, has decided to export an advanced surface-to-surface missile to the Middle East. Officials said Russia’s state-owned arms export agency Rosoboronexport would begin (more…)
In deal with Russia, Iraq to get BM-21 grad missiles, armored vehicles
MOSCOW [MENL] — Iraq and Russia have signed another major defense agreement. Officials said the Kremlin signed a $1 billion arms deal with Iraq in July. They said the (more…)
Obama seeks quick approval of $225 million for Israel’s Iron Dome
WASHINGTON — The United States has sought funding for accelerated production of Israel’s Iron Dome missile and defense system. The administration of President Barack Obama urged Congress to approve (more…)
Israel tests recon payload for ‘long-endurance’ drone missions
TEL AVIV — Israel has overseen flight tests of an advanced reconnaissance payload. The state-owned Israel Aerospace Industries has reported the first airborne test flight of its multi-sensor reconnaissance (more…)
U.S. testing Apache’s ability to deploy from surface vessels
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy has overseen a project to enhance the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter. The Navy has been testing the new AH-64E for its ability to deploy (more…)