Morning Brief: Ukraine F-16 Gun Kill Signals Shift in Air War as Regional Crises Deepen
Ukraine confirms an F-16 gun kill as the air war evolves, while Sudan, Cuba, and Kyiv confront widening strains tied to protracted conflict.
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The Rise of Campus Antisemitism: What Students Aren’t Being Taught
The violent ignorance on display at institutions like Harvard and Columbia stems from a deliberate failure to provide historical truth, protect Jewish students, and deliver the education these universities were founded to uphold.
US-Brokered Black Sea Deal: A Glimmer of Hope in the Russia-Ukraine War
The agreements forged in Riyadh mark a fragile but meaningful step toward de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, though early signs of strain reveal just how uncertain the road to lasting peace remains.
Teledyne FLIR Defense Secures $7.8 Million Contract to Provide Advanced Surveillance Systems to Saudi Arabia
Teledyne FLIR lands a $7.8M contract to provide Saudi Arabia with cutting-edge surveillance systems, boosting national security efforts.
US Approves $100M Sale of Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems to Saudi Arabia
The US approves a $100M sale of advanced APKWS II missile systems to Saudi Arabia, boosting precision targeting against regional threats.
Why the Saudis Are Shopping for Fighter Jets (and Why They Can’t Get the F-35)
Saudi Arabia’s scramble for cutting-edge airpower, blocked from the F-35 by a web of politics and security concerns, is setting the stage for a high-stakes reshuffle in Middle Eastern skies.
US and Gulf Allies Huddle in Riyadh as Iran Tensions Sizzle
US and Gulf allies met in Riyadh to address growing Iranian threats, including Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping.
US Considers $101.1 Million Arms Sale to Boost Saudi Surveillance Capabilities
US approves a potential $101.1 million arms sale to Saudi Arabia, sparking debate over security, relations, and human rights.
Meet the Next Generation in Armored Vehicle Protection
Unveiled at World Defense Show 2024, the JAIS Mk2 represents a leap in armored tech, offering unmatched protection and versatility in combat.
Cheongung M-SAM II: South Korea’s Latest Export in Landmark Saudi Arms Agreement
South Korea seals a $3.2B deal with Saudi Arabia for Cheongung M-SAM II missile systems, boosting its global defense market presence.
Why Arab Leaders Quietly Want Israel to Win
In the shadow of the smoldering ruins of Gaza, the clandestine whispers of Arab leaders betray a starkly different narrative from their public condemnations, quietly yearning for Israel to quell the Hamas threat that festers at their doorsteps.
Inside the New Billion Dollar Deal the US Made With the Royal Saudi Air Force
US invests $1B in Royal Saudi Air Force training, a power play in the volatile Middle East, enhancing allies and asserting influence amid regional tension.
