Elbit Systems announced on Monday that it will supply the Israel Ministry of Defense with advanced airborne munitions under two contracts totalling $260 million. Bezhalel Machlis, president and CEO of Elbit Systems, said the contract awards highlight the company’s continuing support of providing cutting-edge technologies suited to the evolving needs of the Israeli defense...
Category: Middle East
EDGE Group, UAE to Hold Satellite Engineering Training Program
The United Arab Emirates Space Agency’s National Space Academy has partnered with EDGE Group to launch a specialized training program to equip Emirati professionals with advanced skills in satellite engineering and space mission systems. The Space Mission and Satellite Engineering Program, developed in collaboration with EDGE subsidiaries FADA and BEACON RED, will provide hands-on technical...
Report: Iran-Backed Actors Launched June Cyber War Against Israel
Iran’s digital proxies and hacktivists played a significant role in swaying opinions during the 12-day Iran-Israel conflict that erupted on June 13, according to a comprehensive analysis by SecurityScorecard’s STRIKE threat intelligence team. The report focused on how the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-linked operations used the Telegram messaging platform for recruitment, intimidation tactics in targeting...
iRocket Enters $640M Services Deal for Saudi Arabia’s Secure Space Network
New York-based Innovative Rocket Technologies has entered into a $640 million partnership agreement with Saudi firm SpaceBelt KSA to provide launch vehicle integration, mission planning and propulsion system services. According to a joint press release, the partnership will support up to 30 satellite launches over a five-year period. The satellites being launched are designed to...
Rilian to Support UAE Effort to Protect Critical Infrastructure
Rilian Technologies has partnered with CPX Holding to support the United Arab Emirates’ initiative to upgrade its capability to protect critical infrastructure against cyberattacks. CPX is a UAE-based end-to-end cyber and physical security solutions and services provider dedicated to serving the needs of governments and critical infrastructure customers. Under a recently awarded contract from the...
Romania Seals $2.3B Deal for Rafael Air Defense Systems
Romania’s Ministry of National Defence has signed a framework agreement with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to procure short-range and very-short-range air defense systems. The deal, valued at approximately $2.3 billion, was finalized on Friday. The agreement will cover six integrated systems, training, ammunition and logistical support to be executed over seven years. Delivery of...
South Korea Tests New Celestial Dragon Missile for Light Fighter Jets
South Korea has conducted a flight test of a new cruise missile designed for FA-50 light fighter jets. The missile, named Celestial Dragon or KALCM, was showcased in a test video released by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration. According to a report from Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi, the Celestial Dragon is intended to boost the...
L3Harris to Upgrade Morocco C-130 Fleet
L3Harris Technologies is set to deliver services in support of the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s C-130 upgrade initiative. Under a recently awarded contract from Morocco, the contractor will deliver several tasks, including avionics modifications, engine overhaul, and program depot maintenance. The work will be carried out in Texas until 2029. L3Harris offers a wide range...
Parsons Wins Contract to Oversee Dubai Metro Blue Line Development
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has tapped Parsons as the project management consultant for the Dubai Metro Blue Line project. The five-year contract announced Tuesday aligns with the emirate’s push to expand safe and sustainable mobility under its D33 Economic Agenda. Parsons said it will oversee the project from design review and procurement support to...
Maxar Secures $205M Contracts in Middle East, Africa for Sovereign GEOINT
Maxar Intelligence has signed three new multiyear contracts worth $204.7 million to enhance the independent defense and intelligence capabilities of undisclosed clients from the Middle East and Africa. According to Maxar, the contracts are part of its Direct Access Program, which provides customers access to its satellite constellation and geospatial intelligence products. These offerings include...










