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Chengdu J-10 Vigorous Dragon (Wikimedia Commons)

Egypt Ditches US F-16s for China’s J-10C Fighter Jets: A Bold Move Toward Military Independence

Egypt is shaking things up by ditching US jets for China’s J-10C, signaling a push for military independence and new global partnerships.

World Sep 14

An IDF officer shows a tunnel that Hamas uses for smuggling. Image via Reuters

Israel-Hamas War News: Death Toll Surpasses 7,000 as Gaza Braces for Ground Invasion

The escalating violence in Gaza, marked by a recent ground operation, underscores a grim reality where political objectives seem to overshadow the urgent humanitarian cries echoing through the rubble-strewn streets.

News Oct 26

Photo: Abiy Ahmed (second right) with military commanders in February 2019 from Morning Star

Why Ethiopia and Egypt Could Go to War over Water

With climate change affecting agriculture, especially in hot climates, Ethiopia and Egypt could potentially be the kickstart of wars over water in regards to the Nile River.

Foreign Policy Apr 21

Egyptian troops after President Nasser declared the nationalization of the Suez Canal (Wikimedia.org).

Suez Crisis: Cloak & Dagger

It was at that very moment that Nasser decided to seize the Suez Canal and expel the last remnants of Western imperialism from his country.

Military History Jul 02

The Suez Crisis: The New World Order Becomes Clear

The Suez Crisis illustrated the supremacy of the U.S. and drove home to the British and French that their days had passed.

Military History Jun 27

Islamic militant groups and a regional affiliate of the Islamic State group are known to be active in Sinai.

Breaking: Helo Crash in Egypt’s Sinai, Five Americans Dead

Six Americans, were killed today when a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashed during a reconnaissance mission in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula.

News + Intel Nov 12

Bahrain is the fourth Arab nation to reach such a deal with Israel after Egypt, Jordan, and the UAE

Trump Secures Historic Peace Between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE

During his first term, President Trump has retooled alliances and conflicts of the Middle East, earning him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.

Foreign Policy Sep 15

Your Weekly News Roundup: the BLM blues, Amsterdam public Loos, new male bathing suit brokini, OMG the Chineez

Here’s your weekly roundup, folks. Caution: Spirited Adult Content, courtesy of our own George E. Hand IV.

Satire Sep 06

Russian military expands in Africa by building bases in six countries

The Russians are trying to expand their influence in Africa. To this end, they are signing military agreements with some of the continent’s more authoritarian regimes. The German daily newspaper Bild citing a leaked secret German Foreign Ministry report wrote that the Russians are building military bases in six African countries. The report says that […]

News + Intel Aug 10

Libyan Civil War to get murkier as Egypt is on the verge of deploying troops

On Monday, Egypt’s parliament authorized the deployment of troops outside the country after the Egyptian president threatened military action against Turkish-backed forces in neighboring Libya. This move is likely to destabilize the oil-rich but war-torn Libya even further. The parliament unanimously approved “the deployment of members of the Egyptian armed forces on combat missions outside […]

News + Intel Jul 21

Egyptian and Hellenic Mirage fighter jets overflying the Pyramids during an exercise.

US calls for a ceasefire in Libya while Egypt threatens military intervention

The ongoing civil war in Libya has now reached a critical stage. Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has threatened military intervention if there are any attacks by Turkish-backed forces on Sirte or the airbase at Jufra. Sisi stated that any move against either of these locations would amount to crossing a “red line.” The United States […]

Foreign Policy Jun 26

As a response to Russia’s move in Libya, US military considers troops in neighboring country

In light of the recent Russian move of sending advanced MiG-29 fighter and SU-34 ground attack jets to Libya, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), is in talks with neighboring Tunisia to bolster ties between the two nations. U.S. Army General Stephen Townsend, the Commander of AFRICOM, spoke via phone with Imed Hazgui, Minister of […]

Military Jun 05

(U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Gregory T. Summers / 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Public Affairs)

The Pic of the Day: Egyptian commandos visit 5th Special Forces Group

A Soldier with the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) coaches Egyptian Special Operations Soldiers of Unit 999 during room clearing exercises at a training complex on Fort Campbell, Ky., February 10, 2020. 5th SFG(A) Soldiers trained with the Egyptians on a variety of tasks during a two-week-long joint training event designed to enhance the operating […]

Entertainment Mar 03

European Union approves new Libya mission

The European Union has agreed to authorize new naval patrols off the Libyan coast. The deployment of warships is intended to be part of a renewed effort to effectively implement a United Nations arms embargo on the war-torn North African state. The announcement follows Austria’s decision to not exercise its veto right, which it had […]

World Feb 24

Abdel Fattah al-Sisi (Wikimedia Commons)

A new Pan-African counterterrorism force?

At the annual African Union (AU) summit in the Ethiopian capital city of Addis Ababa, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi urged for the formation of a joint military force to combat terrorism and other growing threats on the continent. According to Sisi, the proposal “derives from Egypt’s belief in the importance of forming this force […]

World Feb 14

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Egypt Ditches US F-16s for China’s J-10C Fighter Jets: A Bold Move Toward Military Independence

Could the Camp David Accords Break Down?

Could Resource Wars Over Water Become Frequent in the Future?

Egypt Gears Up with $200 Million US Military Vehicle Upgrade: A Strategic Leap

Why Arab Leaders Quietly Want Israel to Win

Egyptian Navy Unveils Cutting-Edge Frigate ENS Al-Jabbar at Alexandria Shipyard

Israel-Hamas War News: Death Toll Surpasses 7,000 as Gaza Braces for Ground Invasion

Why Ethiopia and Egypt Could Go to War over Water

Suez Crisis: Cloak & Dagger

The Suez Crisis: The New World Order Becomes Clear

Breaking: Helo Crash in Egypt’s Sinai, Five Americans Dead

Trump Secures Historic Peace Between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE

Your Weekly News Roundup: the BLM blues, Amsterdam public Loos, new male bathing suit brokini, OMG the Chineez

Russian military expands in Africa by building bases in six countries

Libyan Civil War to get murkier as Egypt is on the verge of deploying troops

US calls for a ceasefire in Libya while Egypt threatens military intervention

As a response to Russia’s move in Libya, US military considers troops in neighboring country

The Pic of the Day: Egyptian commandos visit 5th Special Forces Group

European Union approves new Libya mission

A new Pan-African counterterrorism force?

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Egypt Ditches US F-16s for China’s J-10C Fighter Jets: A Bold Move Toward Military Independence

Could the Camp David Accords Break Down?

Could Resource Wars Over Water Become Frequent in the Future?

Egypt Gears Up with $200 Million US Military Vehicle Upgrade: A Strategic Leap

Why Arab Leaders Quietly Want Israel to Win

Egyptian Navy Unveils Cutting-Edge Frigate ENS Al-Jabbar at Alexandria Shipyard

Israel-Hamas War News: Death Toll Surpasses 7,000 as Gaza Braces for Ground Invasion

Why Ethiopia and Egypt Could Go to War over Water

Suez Crisis: Cloak & Dagger

The Suez Crisis: The New World Order Becomes Clear

Breaking: Helo Crash in Egypt’s Sinai, Five Americans Dead

Trump Secures Historic Peace Between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE

Your Weekly News Roundup: the BLM blues, Amsterdam public Loos, new male bathing suit brokini, OMG the Chineez

Russian military expands in Africa by building bases in six countries

Libyan Civil War to get murkier as Egypt is on the verge of deploying troops

US calls for a ceasefire in Libya while Egypt threatens military intervention

As a response to Russia’s move in Libya, US military considers troops in neighboring country

The Pic of the Day: Egyptian commandos visit 5th Special Forces Group

European Union approves new Libya mission

A new Pan-African counterterrorism force?

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