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The design of a large-scale model of the Il-276 medium transport aircraft has been completed. In a statement on March 20, the Zhukovsky Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute (TsAGI) announced that it …
Large Scale Model of Il-276 Completed Read More
Egypt has reportedly placed an order for Russia’s Su-35 fighter jet. Citing two defense industry sources, Russian newspaper Kommersant reported on March 18 that Egypt has ordered “over two dozen” …
Egypt Reportedly Inks Deal for Dozens of Su-35s Read More
Russia’s main defense conglomerate, Rostec, is working to adjust to a “rapidly changing world” in the defense market. In a recent interview with Defense News at the sidelines of the …
Rostec Official Discusses Russia’s Defense Export Outlook Read More
The Russian defense industry will upgrade a number of the Su-30SM’s onboard systems to be standardized with that of the Su-35.
Su-30SM Upgrade to Boost Commonality with Su-35 Read More
Middle Eastern countries have shown interest in the Pantsyr-ME surface-to-air missile system, according to Russian officials.
Russia Markets Pantsyr-ME to the Middle East Read More The United Arab Emirates has opened its International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi, attracting defense companies from around the world.
IDEX Opens in the UAE Read More Armenia may increase its order for Su-30SM fighter jets, beyond the four slated for delivery next year.
Armenia May Purchase Further Su-30SMs Read More
Iran may put a new class of submarine into service in the next month.
Fateh Submarine to Join Iranian Navy Read More
State trials of the Poliment-Redut naval air-defense system have concluded.
Russian Naval Air Defense System Completes State Trials Read More
The Russian defense industry can develop a ground-based version of the Kalibr cruise missile by the end of 2019.
Russia Can Create Ground-Based Kalibr by End of Year Read More