UK ‘needs’ GCAP future fighter to counter growth of Russian and Chinese stealth jets: Air Chief

UK ‘needs’ GCAP future fighter to counter growth of Russian and Chinese stealth jets: Air Chief
UK ‘needs’ GCAP future fighter to counter growth of Russian and Chinese stealth jets: Air Chief

The joint British, Italian and Japanese effort has been the subject of uncertainty in recent months after UK Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard refused to make a long term commitment to it on grounds that doing so could “prejudge” the outcome of a new strategic defense review, set to report in mid-2025.

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Putin’s comments underline growing Russian concern over jet, tank production

Putin’s comments underline growing Russian concern over jet, tank production
Putin’s comments underline growing Russian concern over jet, tank production

Experienced observers of Russia’s defense sector point out that the US-led sanctions have a disproportionate effect on aerospace production, more so than any other sector.

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In North Africa, a fighter jet arms race, with Russia and the US on either side

In North Africa, a fighter jet arms race, with Russia and the US on either side
In North Africa, a fighter jet arms race, with Russia and the US on either side

Algeria and Morocco are eyeing advanced air fighter fleets – and each other.

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Turkey’s Fighter Flirtation With Russia: Is it Serious?

Turkey’s Fighter Flirtation With Russia: Is it Serious?
Turkey’s Fighter Flirtation With Russia: Is it Serious?

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has already requested a series of F-16 upgrades from the US, but may be using Russia for political leverage.

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SASC Pushes For More Hypersonics As Putin Flaunts New Weapons

SASC Pushes For More Hypersonics As Putin Flaunts New Weapons
SASC Pushes For More Hypersonics As Putin Flaunts New Weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin is promoting what he says are unbeatable hypersonic weapons, and Capitol Hill is listening closely. The result is hundreds of millions in new funding lines.

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