Fifth military aircraft crash in 12 months: The accident that happened after the aircraft took off from Cheptulel Boys Secondary School has raised concerns over ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493488/fifth-military-aircraft-crash-in-12-months
Air Force Looking At Options Beyond The B-21 Raider Is Absolutely Necessary: The Air Force's top officer saying that more B-21s may not follow the first 100 ...
twz.com/air/air-force-looking-at-options-beyond-the-b-21-raider-is-absolutely-necessary
More than half US Air Force's B-2 stealth bombers stage mass fly-off: Photos show the mass fly-off of 12 B-2s at Whiteman Air Force Base earlier this week.
businessinsider.com/more-than-half-air-forces-b2-stealth-bombers-mass-fly-2024-4
Ukraine speaks of shooting down: Russian Air Force loses heavy supersonic bomber: A Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber crashed in Russia. Moscow speaks of technical ...
n-tv.de/politik/Russische-Luftwaffe-verliert-schweren-Uberschallbomber-article24885687.html
Quick Glance: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed
- Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.
- Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.
- The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.
- NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.
More civilians die in Ukraine as analysts warn delays in US aid hamper Kyiv's forces
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/civilians-die-ukraine-tank-warns-delays-us-aid-109215651
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
NATO secretary-general says some allies have air defense systems they could give to Ukraine
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-missiles-patriots-nato-a4fa0e8738c0891ceeb15307e028cb22
Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
- NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.
- He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.
- Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.
- These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
Iranian military says it is ready to deal with any Israeli attack: DUBAI: Iran said on Wednesday its military was ready to confront any attack by Israel ...
arabnews.com/node/2494521/middle-east
Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Iron Dome, David’s Sling, Arrow: Israel’s air defense against Iran, explained: Israel’s air defense systems and a U.S.-led coalition intercepted 99 percent of ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/15/israel-air-defense-iron-dome-iran/
Jordan's air defence ready to shoot down any Iranian aircraft that violate its airspace
reuters.com/world/middle-east/jordans-air-defence-ready-shoot-down-any-iranian-aircraft-that-violate-its-2024-04-13/
Quick Glance: Jordan's Air Defence Ready to Intercept Iranian Aircraft
- Jordan's air defences are prepared to intercept and shoot down any Iranian drones or aircraft that violate its airspace.
- The army is on high alert, with radar systems monitoring drone activity from Iraq and Syria.
- Jordan has closed its airspace as a precautionary measure in case of an Iranian strike across its border.
- The U.S. has increased military aid to Jordan, deploying Patriot air defence systems to enhance border defences.
Ukrainian anti-aircraft units shot down a Russian Tu-22M3 bomber for the first time, Air Force Commander Mykola Oleshchuk said on April 19 ... Show more kyivindependent.com/air-force-ukraine-downs-russian-tu-22m3-bomber-for-first-time/
IAF pilot to 'Post': Defense op was most meaningful flight of my career
jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-797337
19 dead including 12 children as heavy rains continues to lash Oman: The police aviation carried out an operation and transported 21 people from the farms
timesofoman.com/article/144410-19-dead-including-12-children-as-heavy-rains-continues-to-lash-oman
Argentina buys 24 F-16 jets for air force from Denmark
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/argentina-buys-24-f-16-jets-air-force-president-says-2024-04-16/
Live updates: Iran launches dozens of drones : Iran launched more than 100 drones toward Israel, according to an Israeli military official ...
cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-14-24/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
IDF: 99% of the 300 or so projectiles fired by Iran at Israel overnight were intercepted
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/idf-99-of-the-300-or-so-projectiles-fired-by-iran-at-israel-overnight-were-intercepted/
Iran's first direct attack on Israel has brought renewed focus on their air-defense capabilities. Here's a look at both countries' air forces and defense ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/what-iran-israel-would-wield-long-range-air-war-2024-04-18/
RAF and RAAF Jointly Revive 80 Squadron: The Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have jointly revived the prestigious 80 Squadron.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/raf-and-raaf-jointly-revive-80-squadron/
IDF strikes central Gaza overnight, Yussef Rafik Ahmed Shabat killed: An airstrike conducted by Israeli forces in central Gaza resulted in the death of a Hamas ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797681
Footage, which Sky News cannot independently verify, surfaced on Telegram appearing to show blasts of light over Isfahan in Iran ... Show more news.sky.com/story/middle-east-latest-un-nuclear-watchdog-concerned-israel-could-target-iranian-nuclear-facilities-in-revenge-attack-12978800
From foe to ally: Jordanian Air Force downs Iranian drones en route to Israel: The overnight incident underscored the transformation of the Jordanian Air Force ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-796896
Quick Glance: From Foe to Ally: Jordanian Air Force Intercepts Iranian Drones Headed to Israel
- Jordanian jets participated in shooting down Iranian drones en route to Israel on April 14, 2024.
- Historically, Israeli pilots respected Jordanians for their superior flying skills despite prevailing in significant engagements.
- After a peace deal with Israel, the USA revitalized the aging Jordanian Air Force by providing refurbished F-16s.
- In recent years, Jordan has continued to target Iranian-linked drug trafficking in Syria and intercepted Iranian drones using their F-16s.
B-1B ‘Lancelot’ Is Being Resurrected For Active Service: After being flown out of long-term storage at the boneyard, the bomber is now being regenerated and ...
twz.com/air/b-1b-lancelot-is-being-resurrected-for-active-service
Russia destroys Kyiv’s largest power plant: Ukrainian president chides allies and calls for more air defences to intercept missiles
ft.com/content/e6a88a12-94a1-4456-a564-d1890713676c
Ukraine’s air defenders claim two major firsts, but missiles evading interception kill 7
cnn.com/2024/04/19/europe/ukraine-air-defense-russian-bomber-dnipropetrovsk-intl/
Israel targets Isfahan airbase in retaliatory air strike on Iran: Strike also reported on a Syrian army position in the country's south
thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2024/04/19/israel-iran-attack-isfahan/
Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from allies: The defense against Iran's attack on Israel shows many people in Ukraine how ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/ukraine-drohnenangriff-tote-100.html
Israel-Iran tensions live news: Explosions as ‘drones downed’ over Isfahan: Tensions have soared in the Middle East more than six months into Israel’s war on ...
aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/live-israel-launches-missile-attack-in-response-to-iran-assault
Quick Glance: Israel and Iran Step Back
- Iran and Israel pull back after attacks, avoiding direct escalation
- Both Iran and Israel have shown limited responses so far to prevent full-scale war
- Region remains tense, conflict between Israel and Iran remains precarious and unpredictable
- While both sides aim to avoid all-out war, the situation remains volatile and dangerous
US Successfully Tests AI-Controlled Fighter Jet in F-16 Dogfight: An AI-controlled fighter jet, the X-62A VISTA, goes up against a human-piloted F-16 jet during ...
pcmag.com/news/us-successfully-tests-ai-controlled-fighter-jet-in-f-16-dogfight
Hezbollah says it has fired “dozens of rockets” at Israeli artillery positions in response to the Israeli military’s strikes in southern Lebanon www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/lebanons-hezbollah-fires-dozens-of-rockets-at-israeli-positions
Quick Glance: New Song from North Korea Honors Kim Jong Un as 'Friendly Father'
- North Korea praises leader Kim Jong Un as a 'friendly father' and 'great leader' in a new song, part of a propaganda campaign to boost his image in the reclusive state.
- The music video for the song was broadcast on Wednesday on state-controlled Korean Central Television, showcasing North Koreans from various backgrounds enthusiastically singing lines like 'Let’s sing, Kim Jong Un the great leader' and 'Let’s brag about Kim Jong Un, a friendly father.'
- Moreover, a live performance of the song with orchestral accompaniment and in the presence of Kim was televised as part of a ceremony to mark the completion of constructing 10,000 new homes.
- The release of the cheerful song titled 'Friendly Father' coincides with recent changes by North Korean state media to the name of a holiday, sparking speculation that this move is aimed at consolidating Kim’s position.
UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron tells BBC that Iran has suffered a "double defeat" after "failure" of its attack on IsraelFollow live ... Show more www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-middle-east-68737710
Video shows first ever AI fighter jet pitted against human pilot in US dogfight: The X-62A is flown with safety pilots onboard with the ability to disengage the ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-19/first-ever-ai-fighter-jet-pitted-against-human-pilot-in-us-dogfight
As it happened: Iran attacks Israel with 300 drones, missiles; warns against retaliation - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/mena/israel-says-iran-has-launched-drone-attack-air-defences-poised
Israeli airstrike kills 3 sons of Hamas' political chief Ismail Haniyeh: IDF: The deadly airstrike took place on the Muslim holiday Eid al-Fitr.
abcnews.go.com/International/israeli-airstrike-kills-3-sons-hamas-political-chief/story
At Opening Day at Fenway Park, the children of Tim and Stacy Wakefield, Trevor and Brianna, hoisted the 2004 World Series trophy on the field ... Show more www.bostonglobe.com/2024/04/09/sports/boston-red-sox-home-opener-ceremony/
President Joe Biden warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the US will not take part in a counter-offensive against Iran ... Show more
🔴 The Pentagon says air force fighter jet squadrons in the region as well as navy ships in the Mediterranean Sea played a key role in taking out Iran's ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/16/israels-war-on-gaza-live-israel-vows-response-to-iran
RAF takes part in largest airdrop of aid to Gaza: Aircraft from nine countries drop 10 tonnes of aid on the coast of Gaza to mark the end of Ramadan.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68774923
Why was last night different from all other nights?: This time, we were prepared for the attack, we had hours to get settled in our shelters ...
blogs.timesofisrael.com/why-was-last-night-different-from-all-other-nights/
With new tanks: the Bundeswehr rebuilds a troop type that was scrapped: More than ten years ago, the Army Air Defense Force was disbanded and the Gepard tanks ...
n-tv.de/politik/Bundeswehr-baut-eingestampfte-Truppengattung-wieder-auf-article24882716.html
809 Naval Air Squadron to deploy operationally next year: 809 Naval Air Squadron's strength and capabilities will continue to increase throughout this and ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/809-naval-air-squadron-to-deploy-operationally-next-year/
Iran fires drones, missiles at Israel in first-ever direct attack; IDF intercepting them
timesofisrael.com/iran-launches-wave-of-drones-at-israel-in-first-ever-direct-attack-idf-braces-to-intercept/
F-35 users talk capabilities and deterrence in Europe: By 2030, more than 600 F-35s are expected to be operational in Europe.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/f-35-users-talk-capabilities-and-deterrence-in-europe/
Beale AFB Retires Another U-2 As Dragon Lady's Phase Out Moves Forward: Dragon Lady Tail 80-1085 completed her final flight recently as the fleet prepares for ...
theaviationist.com/2024/04/11/beale-afb-retires-another-u-2-as-dragon-ladys-phase-out-moves-forward/
In ‘message,’ IDF said to fire 3 missiles at radar defense for secret Iran nuclear site
timesofisrael.com/in-message-idf-said-to-fire-3-missiles-at-radar-defense-for-secret-iran-nuclear-site/
The travelling contingent will comprise 40 Royal New Zealand Navy, New Zealand Army and Royal New Zealand Air Force and civilian personnel.
Israel-Gaza live updates: Iran begins retaliatory attack against Israel: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/us-forces-shot-down-some-of-the-iranian-drones-headed-toward-israel-109208739
IDF airstrike kills Ali Ahmed Hassin in southern Lebanon: According to the IDF, Hassin, a senior operative of the Lebanon-based terror organization ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-795897
Israel shuts down schools, limits public gatherings as it braces for Iranian attack
politico.com/news/2024/04/13/israel-idf-schools-iran-attack-00152115
AI Is Now Dogfighting With Fighter Pilots In The Air: The breakthrough in autonomous aerial combat made by the X-62 test jet is set to have far-reaching impacts ...
twz.com/air/ai-is-now-dogfighting-with-fighter-pilots-in-the-air
Iran mounted an immense aerial attack on Israel on Saturday, launching more than 300 drones and missiles in retaliation for a deadly airstrike in Syria two ... Show more www.nytimes.com/live/2024/04/14/world/iran-israel-gaza-war-news
Our First Look At An Armed-Up Block 70 F-16 Viper: Two of Bahrain's new Block 70 F-16s are still in the U.S. for testing and one carried missiles, bombs ...
twz.com/air/our-first-look-at-an-armed-up-block-70-f-16-viper
BREAKING: PM Rishi Sunak confirms the RAF shot down "a number" of Iranian attack drones overnight
Latest: trib.al/Rx0iR33 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602 ... Show more
Chinooks over Duisburg again and again: what's behind it all: The "Koniklijke Luchtmacht" flew over Duisburg several times with the Boeing Chinook CH-47F ...
waz.de/staedte/duisburg/article242056990/Immer-wieder-Chinooks-ueber-Duisburg-Das-steckt-dahinter.html
Israel-Gaza live updates: Iran will respond in 'seconds' if Israel strikes back, Iranian official says
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/
#FirstpostAmerica : After Israel pledged to "exact" a price from Iran in response to the missile and drone attack, Tehran is bracing for a potential strike ... Show more
Israel closes all schools as it remains on high alert for Iranian attack: Israel closes schools and cancels activities amid high alert for an Iranian attack ...
jpost.com/israel-news/article-796822
RSAF’s new Boeing and Airbus helicopters attain full operational capability: Airbus Helicopters’ H225M and Boeing’s CH-47F Chinook can now perform the full suite ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/rsaf-s-new-boeing-and-airbus-helicopters-attain-full-operational-capability-status
Lockheed Martin Unveils New Mako Hypersonic Missile Which Can Be Carried Internally By The F-35
theaviationist.com/2024/04/10/lockheed-martin-unveils-new-mako-hypersonic-missile-which-can-be-carried-internally-by-the-f-35/
Israel-Gaza live updates: WH says it's up to Israel how to respond to Iran's attack
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/10yearold-hit-by-shrapnel-idf-says-109217219
No risk of suicide: JVA relaxes prison conditions for RAF terrorist Klette: The former RAF member Klette has been in a prison in Lower Saxony since February - ...
n-tv.de/panorama/JVA-lockert-Haftbedingungen-fuer-RAF-Terroristin-Klette-article24886196.html
Saudi and Iranian Ministers Talk After Drone Attack on Israel
bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2024-04-13/iran-attack-on-israel
Netanyahu asks IDF to provide 'target options' for Iranian attack - report
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797255
Mapping the wide-scale Iranian drone and missile attacks: A look at where Iranian drones and missiles hit in Israel.
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/14/mapping-wide-scale-iranian-drone-missile-attacks/
BREAKING: U.S. officials confirmed Israel's announcement that Iran’s retaliatory strike has begun.
A senior U.S. official told ABC News that Iran has launched ... Show more abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/
Iran’s air attack against Israel failed, 99 % of drones and missiles were intercepted
brusselstimes.com/news-contents/world/1005269/irans-air-attack-against-israel-failed-99-of-drones-and-missiles-were-intercepted
Israel will do everything needed to defend itself - PM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has thanked visiting foreign ministers of Germany and Britain ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0417/1443966-middle-east/
Biden lauds ‘remarkable’ Israeli defense against Iran, said to oppose military response
timesofisrael.com/biden-lauds-remarkable-israeli-defense-against-iran-said-to-reject-military-retaliation/
Air defense in action: several explosions shake Jerusalem: Iran fires dozens of drones and missiles towards Israel. Jerusalem is also a target ...
n-tv.de/politik/Mehrere-Explosionen-erschuettern-Jerusalem-article24871500.html
3200 mile row across the Atlantic by RAF Regiment Gunners: A 3200-mile row across the Atlantic has been completed by RAF Regiment Gunners.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/3200-mile-row-across-the-atlantic-by-raf-regiment-gunners/
Russia destroys Ukrainian power stations and defenses as an expert warns that Kyiv's troops are 'utterly exhausted.'
🔗: www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/russia-pounds-ukraines-cities-and-front-lines-as-air-defences-dwindle
Jordan airforce shoots down Iranian drones flying over to Israel: The army is also in a state of high alert and radar systems are monitoring any drone activity ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/world/jordan-airforce-shoots-down-iranian-drones-flying-over-to-israel-4589750
E-7 facilities take shape at RAF Lossiemouth: More than 550 tonnes of steel have been supplied by a company local to RAF Lossiemouth as facilities for supporting ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/e-7-facilities-take-shape-at-raf-lossiemouth/
Israel says most of Iranian missiles intercepted: Israel said most of the Iranian missiles launched on Saturday were intercepted outside of the country by ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4592716-israel-says-most-of-iranian-missiles-intercepted/
Meghan Markle is 'pushing for an apology' from royal family: expert: Meghan Markle is "pushing for an apology" from the royal family before she agrees ...
nypost.com/2024/04/15/entertainment/meghan-markle-is-pushing-for-an-apology-from-royal-family-expert/
IDF Chief of Staff Halevi: 'Iranian attack will be met with response': Halevi's statements come amid a visit to the Nevatim air base in southern ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797265
How Israel’s defences repelled Iranian missile and drone attack : ‘Multi-layered’ array deployed included early warnings and Arrow system that intercepts ...
ft.com/content/3416aae1-165c-4b97-aa57-4c1589f8e023
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