After shooting down Iranian munitions, Jordan defiant in uncomfortable spotlight

After shooting down Iranian munitions, Jordan defiant in uncomfortable spotlight
After shooting down Iranian munitions, Jordan defiant in uncomfortable spotlight

Amid Iranian criticism, “Jordanian leaders have been very clear to portray their action as defensive and in protection of their own sovereignty rather than any act in support of Israel, and this is sincere,” an analyst told Breaking Defense.

Raytheon Touts Aircraft Cyber Protection; Jordan Signs Deal

Raytheon Touts Aircraft Cyber Protection; Jordan Signs Deal
Raytheon Touts Aircraft Cyber Protection; Jordan Signs Deal

Raytheon has developed cyber tools to warn pilots and maintainers if their systems have been compromised and to find vulnerabilities. The company announced a contract today here to provide Jordan with cybersecurity for the planes that fly the royal family,

Carter’s Confirmation Hug: SASC Shows He May Be A Strong SecDef

Carter’s Confirmation Hug: SASC Shows He May Be A Strong SecDef
Carter’s Confirmation Hug: SASC Shows He May Be A Strong SecDef

WASHINGTON: Nomination hearings are never just about the nominee. But today’s Senate lovefest for Ash Carter was remarkably dominated by two men who weren’t in the room: President Obama — in whose defense Carter was actually pretty tepid — and King Abdullah II of Jordan. The Obama White House has simultaneously “micromanag[ed]” the military and…