Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Nears Quarter of Defense Spending Localized, Aims for 50% by 2030

Saudi Arabia's military spending localization reached 24.8 percent last year, bringing Riyadh closer to its target of 50 percent by 2030.

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Saudi F-35 Request Clears Key Pentagon Hurdle

The US is reviewing a Saudi Arabian request to purchase up to 48 F-35 fighter jets in a potential multi-million dollar deal.

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Ink Mutual Defense Pact

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a defense pact, saying an attack on one country would be considered "an aggression against both."

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Chinese Laser Weapon Falters in Desert Trial: Source

Saudi Arabia’s laser-based counter-drone system from China has struggled under the kingdom’s harsh desert conditions, according to a former Saudi military officer familiar with the program.

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Arab Bloc Says No Peace Without End to ‘Hostile’ Israel Actions

The Arab League said that peace in the Middle East cannot be achieved without a Palestinian state and an end to Israel's "hostile practices."

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Amentum to Support Saudi Arabia’s In-Country MROU for Military Vehicles

Saudi Arabian Military Industries, a state-owned defense firm, has partnered with Amentum to optimize its maintenance, repair, overhaul, and upgrade capabilities for land combat systems.

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Saudi Arabia and Iran Hold Talks After Tehran’s Truce With Israel

Iran's foreign minister has held talks with Saudi Arabia's de facto leader, the Saudi foreign ministry said, two weeks after a ceasefire between regional rivals Iran and Israel began.

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‘No Increase’ in Radiation Levels After US Attack on Iran: UN Nuclear Watchdog

The UN's International Atomic Energy Agency said that it had not detected any increase in radiation levels at key nuclear sites in Iran following US air strikes.

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The Gulf’s Defense Opportunity in Europe

By co-investing in Europe’s defense sector, Gulf states can accelerate their own defense ambitions while helping Europe meet urgent production needs.

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Saudi Arabia Boosts Local Manufacturing of THAAD Components

Saudi Arabia has produced the first locally made parts for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense missile launcher.

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