Here’s Exactly What’s In America’s Massive Advanced Weapons Deal With The UAE
The arms deals are valued at almost $23.4 billion and also include stealthy cruise missiles and anti-submarine warfare kits for the drones.
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Air Force Confirms, Then Retracts Statement That One Of Its RC-135W Spy Planes Flew Over Taiwan
The United States has also just approved three arms deals for Taiwan, one of which includes short-range ballistic missiles that can hit the mainland.
U.S. OKs Sales of M1 Abrams Tanks, Stinger Missiles To Taiwan, But Where Are The F-16s?
The U.S. government has approved a potential sale of more than $2.2 billion in M1 Abrams tanks, FIM-92 Stinger short-range surface-to-air missiles, and host of associated equipment, ammunition, and services to Taiwan. But there’s still no official word on whether or not the United States will finally allow the Taiwanese to buy more than 60 new Block 70 F-16 Vipers.
Putin Declares Victory During Sudden Syria Visit, Assembles Grand Regional Strategy
Warm welcomes in Syria, Egypt, and Turkey show the Kremlin’s growing influence in the region, even among traditional American allies.
Saudi Arabia Puts Textron’s Scorpion Light Attack Jet Through Its Paces
Could the Kingdom be the adaptable jet’s first customer?
Saudi THAAD Purchase Is Massive In Scope, Looking To Create Huge Missile Shield
The Kingdom will trade a whopping $15B in petro dollars for a high-end ballistic missile shield that can protect from an Iranian barrage.
Saudis Kick Off Historic Moscow Visit With Plans to Buy S-400 Air Defense System
Amid reported arms deals, the first ever visit by a Saudi King to the Kremlin could signal a shift away from the US.
Here’s What Taiwan Would Get In $1.3B Arms Deal With U.S.
The potential sales, which could be critical in a conflict with China, are sure to get wrapped up in regional politics.
Timing Of Qatar Finally Signing $12 Billion F-15 Deal Is Wildly Controversial
Unfortunately, after years of delays, the agreement now comes amid a dangerous political crisis sweeping the Middle East.
We Finally Know Exactly What The Saudis Are Getting In That Huge Arms Deal
The package includes major upgrades for the country’s Air Force and Navy, as well as new space-based capabilities.