Arms Sales

Indonesia May Join Turkey’s Kaan Fighter Program
Turkey’s Kaan fighter could be well on its way to becoming a collaborative project.

Turkish T129 ATAK Helicopters Would Boost the Somali Air Force
The T129 ATAK is an all-weather multirole twin-engine attack helicopter based on the Agusta A129 Mangusta platform.

Philippines Receives Green Light to Purchase U.S. F-16 Fighters
The Philippines’ potential procurement of the F-16 will elevate its ability to defend against threats.

Has Russia’s War in Ukraine Killed the Su-75 Checkmate?
Until the Su-75 reaches operational capacity, it is hard to say whether it is more than a fantasy.

Israel’s Rafael Defense Firm Saw Record Sales in 2024
Rafael designs a vast array of high-tech defense systems, including air defense systems and missiles to tank protection systems.

Japan Wants to Sell Its Mogami-class Frigate to Australia
The first frigate is slated for delivery to the RAN in 2029; it will enter service the following year.

France’s Rafale Is Soaring in Popularity
The Rafale’s combat record and advanced capabilities have helped France become the world’s second-largest arms exporter.

Irish Air Corps Purchasing Its First Fighter Jets in 50 Years
A reliance on a foreign power has left Ireland one of the most vulnerable countries in Europe.

India Has a Choice: Russia’s Su-57 or America’s F-35 Fighter?
The Su-57’s top speed of Mach 2.0 is noticeably faster than the F-35, but it is not as stealthy.

IDEX 2025 Was a Big Success for Israel, Russia, and China
The presence of Israeli defense firms at IDEX would have been unthinkable just years ago, but it is now a reality. Last week, The National Interest reported on day 1 of IDEX...

Will Trump and Modi Transform U.S.-India Military Relations?
India’s government is maintaining a delicate balance between the United States and Russia.

Algeria to Become Launch Export Customer for Su-57 ‘Felon’
Algiers’ Su-57 acquisition makes sense, considering the Algerian Air Force frequently uses Russian aerial platforms.