- May 13th, 2025
Belgium to Shift F-35 fighter jets Assembly to Italy in Strategic Push for European Defense Autonomy
Belgium has confirmed it will shift the final assembly of future F-35A fighter jets to Europe, in a move aimed at bolstering domestic industrial returns, aligning defense procurement with European strategic goals, and reducing dependency on non-European infrastructure. This development...
A new era in Japanese defense readiness was inaugurated as the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) officially welcomed its first U.S.-built F-35 Lightning II fighter jets at Komatsu Air Base. Nestled along the Sea of Japan, this strategically critical installation...
Norway has officially completed its fleet of F-35 fighter jets, with the delivery of the final two aircraft confirmed by the Norwegian Embassy in Washington via a post on X on April 1, 2025. This milestone concludes a long acquisition...
Portugal has ruled out purchasing American-made F-35 fighter jets to replace its aging F-16 fleet, citing concerns over the United States' shifting geopolitical stance. Outgoing Defense Minister Nuno Melo announced the decision in an interview with Portuguese daily Público on...
Turkey’s efforts to acquire the coveted F-35 fifth-generation fighter jets from the United States may be gaining new momentum. On November 26, Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler shared encouraging updates during a session of the Plan and Budget...
Israel has approved a deal to purchase a third squadron of F-35 fighter jets from the US. Israel will spend $ 3 billion on the purchase of these aircraft. With this consignment of Lockheed Martin-made aircraft, the number of F-35...