china airbases

China’s Strategic Airbases: J-20 and Su-35 Aircraft Deployed to Disputed Regions Amid Tensions with US and India

The Chengdu J-20 “Mighty Dragon” is the flagship project of China’s military modernization. This fifth-generation fighter is meant to support China’s air dominance in the East and South China Seas and across the Himalayas. The aircraft is designed to take...
F-35C Lightning II

US Navy Replaces F/A-18 Super Hornets with F-35C Jets in Japan Amid Escalating China Threat

The United States Navy has announced the deployment of F-35C Lightning II fighters and CMV-22B Osprey aircraft to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni in Japan. This decision, detailed in a press release on July 15, aims to replace the...
Akash Missile

Indian and Chinese Missile Systems Compete for Major South American Contract; Brazil Evaluates Options

In a significant development in the global defense market, India's Akash missile system is competing against China's Sky Dragon-50 for a substantial air defense contract in Brazil. Reports indicate that the Brazilian military is actively assessing both systems to determine...
BrahMos Missiles

Philippines Seeks to Bolster Defense Against China with More BrahMos Missiles

In the wake of heightened maritime tensions, the Philippines is intensifying its efforts to enhance its defense capabilities by acquiring additional India-made BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, aiming them at China in the contested South China Sea. This strategic move underscores...
NATO

Washington NATO Summit: Deep Dive into Alliance’s Outward Strength and Inner Weakness

As the United States and Western leaders convened in Washington to commemorate NATO's 75th anniversary on Tuesday, their attempt to showcase "strength" and "unity" is being overshadowed by increasing internal divisions. These divisions span global issues, challenges in supporting Ukraine,...
PLAAF J-10A takes off

Chinese Air Force Takes Flight with Revolutionary Training Aircraft, Leading Global Standards

China's training aircraft are paving the way for the future of aviation forces, with sophisticated design, outstanding performance, and large-scale production capabilities. Among these, the intermediate trainer jet K-8 has secured a 70 percent share in the international market, highlighting...
M60 Tanks

Iranian Military’s Success in Upgrading American-Made M60 Tanks

The Iranian Armed Forces have embarked on an ambitious project to upgrade and modernize their fleet of American-made M60 tanks, which they inherited before the Islamic Revolution of 1979. Originally possessing around 460 M60 tanks, Iran's current inventory has dwindled...
Turkish fifth-generation KAAN Fighter jet

Turkish fifth-generation KAAN Fighter jet: Production Goals and Market Potential

The Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is making waves in the defense industry with its ambitious plans for the KAAN fighter jet, Turkey's fifth-generation aircraft. In a recent interview with Gdh TV, Mehmet Demiroğlu, the executive director of TAI, provided insights...
P-8A Poseidon

Indo-Pacific Sees Surge in US Sub-Hunter Aircraft as Countermeasure to Chinese Naval Activities

The Indo-Pacific region, a strategically vital area, has seen an intensification of military activities as global powers vie for dominance. Amidst this, the South Korean Navy's recent acquisition of six P-8A Poseidon maritime surveillance aircraft from the United States marks...
Su-57 Fighter Jet

India-Russia Defense Ties Strengthen as Modi and Putin Eye Su-57 Fighter Jet Deal for IAF

The recent announcement of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Russia for a summit meeting with President Vladimir Putin marks a significant moment in India-Russia relations. This visit, expected to take place on July 8-9, 2024, underscores New...
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