China's Stealth fighter jet J-35A

China’s J-35A Tempts Egypt: China’s J-35A Attracts Egyptian Interest in Major Fighter Jet Deal That Could Reshape Middle East Air Power

The defense landscape of North Africa and the broader Middle East, a high-ranking commander in the Egyptian Air Force has publicly expressed interest in China’s cutting-edge stealth fighter, the J-35A. The comments, made during the inaugural "Eagle of Civilization 2025"...
Egyptian Air Force Ilyushin IL-76

IL-76 Mystery Landing: Was Egypt Involved in Transferring Chinese Missiles to Pakistan Amid Ceasefire With India?

In a tightly wound region where symbolism often outweighs statements, the unexpected landing of an Egyptian Air Force Ilyushin IL-76 at the discreet Bhurban Airstrip in Pakistan’s Murree district has reignited anxieties over the evolving dynamics of South Asia’s strategic...
Chinese Y-20 Aerial Tanker Refuels Egyptian MiG-29s in Strategic ‘Eagles of Civilization’ Joint Air Drills

“Eagles of Civilization 2025”: Chinese Y-20 Aerial Tanker Refuels Egyptian MiG-29s in Strategic ‘Eagles of Civilization’ Joint Air Drills

In an unprecedented step that signals deepening military and diplomatic ties between China and Egypt, the two nations concluded their first-ever joint aerial combat exercise, “Eagles of Civilization 2025,” on May 4. Spanning 18 days from April 19 to May...
Egyptian MiG-29M2 and a Chinese J-10S.

Eagles of Civilization 2025: China and Egypt Deepen Military Ties with First-Ever Joint Air Drills

In a landmark military collaboration that underscores a shifting global defense dynamic, China and Egypt have launched their first joint aerial exercise, Eagles of Civilization 2025. The drills began on April 19 at Wadi Abu Rish Air Base in Egypt,...