Middle Eastern Relations Adapting To Global Competition

Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft

Deliveries of Eurofighters for Kuwait, like the one pictured, and Qatar have bolstered the type’s presence in the Gulf.

Credit: Alessandro Maggia/Leonardo
Iran’s logistical support for Russia’s war in Ukraine has added a new dynamic to the constantly evolving defense relationships in the Middle East. Tehran’s decision to supply Shahed-136 loitering munitions and Mohajer-6 armed tactical remotely piloted air systems for Moscow’s military campaign has...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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