Turkey's National Defense Ministry announced the neutralization of 32 targets in northern Iraq and Syria during an air operation, escalating military action after a deadly attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) in Ankara that killed five and injured 22. This operation is part of national security measures aimed at neutralizing threats from the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), recognized as a terrorist organization by the United States and the European Union
Polands plan to purchase 48 FA-50 light attack aircraft from South Korea is reportedly being reconsidered, as technical challenges and cost hikes spark disputes over weapon system integration, putting the entire deal under review. The Polish government, which signed a contract with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) in September 2022, is questioning the fulfillment of the agreement, specifically concerning the integration of U
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) of Iran carried out a large-scale missile strike as part of Operation 'True Promise 2,' targeting what it described as “strategic centers” within Israeli-occupied territories. According to IRGC statements, 90% of the missiles fired hit their intended targets, including several strategic Israeli air and radar bases
General Sir John McColl, former NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe (DSACEUR), has
Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract for 12
The downing of the first Ukrainian F-16 last week has triggered demands within certain NATO partner-countries to impose a no-fly zone over Western Ukraine. NATO is currently discussing the shooting down of Russian missiles over Ukraine by the air defense of the Alliance countries
At least five U.S
The Islamic State (ISIS) claimed 153 attacks in Iraq and Syria from January to June 2024, suggesting an effort to reconstitute and potentially more than double the total number of attacks compared to 2023, following years of decreased capability. To continue efforts to defeat ISIS and prevent its ability to conduct external attacks,
The Yemeni Armed Forces in a joint operation with the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, targeted four merchant ships in the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. The militia, known as the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, confirmed that its fighters carried out a joint operation with the Houthi group by launching missile attacks on "a vital site in Haifa
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) is preparing to phase out its aging Patriot missile defense systems in the coming months, citing limited operational use, the military announced on Tuesday. In February, the IAF disclosed plans to decommission several Patriot batteries, with personnel set to transition to operating the Iron Dome system instead