russia Offers India Su-57 Aircraft with Unfinished Engines and Su-35 Fighters
russia is attempting to entice India into purchasing its Su-57 and Su-35 fighter jets, despite offering the fifth-generation Su-57 aircraft with its engines still unfinished. This proposal underscores Moscow's struggle to secure foreign buyers amid waning interest and growing skepticism over the combat readiness and technological maturity of its advanced aircraft.
Romania Complains About the F-16 jets, Looks at Poland but Forgets a Key Detail
Romania has raised concerns about the readiness of its newly acquired F-16 fighter jets, drawing comparisons with Poland's fleet, but overlooking a crucial distinction. While Romania highlights limited flight hours, it fails to account for differences in how each country modernized and maintained the aircraft, revealing a gap in expectations versus reality.
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UK Backs Ukraine with £2.5 Billion Defense Financing for Thousands of Air Defense Missiles, Systems, and Recovery
At the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, the United Kingdom confirmed a substantial package of military and economic support for Ukraine, aimed at strengthening its air defense and aiding long-term reconstruction. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Minister for Trade and Development Gareth Thomas.
Spending Billions on Tanks and Helicopters, Poland Can't Find Money For Anti-Drone Systems
Despite spending billions on tanks and helicopters, Poland appears to be neglecting a growing threat – drones. While Warsaw invests in the M1 Abrams, K2 tanks, and AH-64 Apache helicopters, it has yet to allocate sufficient funding for anti-drone systems, revealing a significant vulnerability in its defense priorities.
North Macedonia Gave All Tanks to Ukraine, Builds New Army Around Wheeled Armor and Drones
North Macedonia has transferred all its tanks to Ukraine and is now rebuilding its military around wheeled armored vehicles and drones. This shift reflects the country's effort to modernize its forces with lighter, more mobile equipment while aligning with NATO standards.
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