Alliances 2023-09-19
Regional missile defense shield crucial to countering aerial threats in Gulf
As missiles and drone technology improve, Kuwait and the other GCC countries must work together to create a stronger defense against missile and drone threats.
Alliances 2023-09-18
United States and Egypt, decades of military cooperation
Egypt has Abrams tanks, C-130 transport aircraft and MK III fast missile craft, among many other pieces of military equipment, to defeat all adversaries.
Alliances 2023-09-18
Bright Star military exercises show enduring commitment between US, Egypt
Bright Star builds upon the strategic relationship between Egypt and the United States as they both play leading roles in regional security and efforts to combat the spread of extremism.
Alliances 2023-09-01
Reliance on China, Russia means risky business in the Middle East
Rampant Russian, Chinese and Iranian misbehavior in the region confirms the folly of siding with any of those countries.
Alliances 2023-08-15
Egypt's diplomacy thrives across Africa, Middle East
Positioned at the crossroads between the Middle East and Africa, the key US ally continues to play a leading role in regional diplomacy, analysts say.
Alliances 2023-08-01
Egypt's army plays key role in stabilising Africa, Middle East
Egypt's military power is a key asset in the nation's ability to respond to security incidents and defuse conflicts, as well as back up its diplomatic efforts across the region.
Alliances 2023-06-30
Widespread use of F-15s in Middle East shows benefits of US military co-operation
The ongoing production and development of one of the world's most popular fighter jets demonstrate what a close strategic and technological partnership with the US can produce.
Alliances 2023-06-27
F-16 Falcon: symbol of US partnership with Middle East allies
The fighter jet is being used by countries across the Middle East, including Turkey, Jordan, Bahrain, Oman, Israel and the United Arab Emirates.
Alliances 2023-06-06
Agile maritime task force on standby in Gulf to protect against oil trade disruption
The main purpose of Combined Task Force 152 is to protect the international waters around key maritime infrastructure, including oil platforms, thus safeguarding trade routes and facilities.
Alliances 2023-06-01
With Egypt at helm, Red Sea-focused task force fortifies maritime security
As one of the newer task forces of the multinational Combined Maritime Forces, CTF 153 patrols the Red Sea from Suez through to the Gulf of Aden, with Egypt leading the way.