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The Anza (عنزہ, ‘Lance’) is Pakistan’s indigenous family of man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS), developed by Kahuta Research Laboratories (KRL) and marketed by Global Industrial and Defence Solutions (GIDS). Guided by infrared-homing seekers, the Anza provides short-range, shoulder-fired air defence against low-flying aircraft, helicopters, and UAVs. The programme was initiated to eliminate Pakistan’s dependence on imported MANPADS — principally the American FIM-92 Stinger and French Mistral. Three variants are in service: the Mk-I (1990), Mk-II (1994), and Mk-III (2006+). The Anza Mk-II was combat-proven during the 1999 Kargil conflict, where Pakistan Army air defence forces shot down Indian aircraft. The…

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming visit to the United Arab Emirates will place energy security at the centre of discussions, with sources indicating that two significant Memoranda of Understanding in the areas of Liquefied Petroleum Gas and Strategic Petroleum Reserves are expected to be concluded.This engagement forms part of a wider five‑nation tour scheduled from 15 to 20 May, which will also take him to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy.The UAE leg of the visit begins on 15 May, when the Prime Minister will meet President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to exchange views on bilateral relations, particularly…

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BEIRUT — The EDGE Group, the UAE’s largest defense conglomerate, signed an agreement today to acquire a “controlling stake” in Italian engine maker CMD (Costruzio ni Motori Diesel), the company announced. “The agreement, which is subject to customary closing conditions and applicable regulatory and governmental approvals, represents a strategic move to expand EDGE’s footprint in advanced engineering, Industry 4.0, and power solutions,” EDGE said in the statement, noting the deal is expected to close by the end of the year. CMD designs and develops propulsion systems for automotive and marine systems, including fast patrol vessels and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).…

The CAMM-ER (Common Anti-air Modular Missile — Extended Range) is a latest-generation European air defence missile developed by MBDA, the multinational missile consortium jointly owned by Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo. With active radar-homing (ARH) guidance, thrust-vectoring control (TVC), a two-way datalink, and a range exceeding 45 km, the CAMM-ER represents a generational leap beyond the semi-active radar-homing (SARH) systems that dominate Pakistan’s current air defence inventory. The Pakistan Navy operates the CAMM-ER through the Albatros-NG naval-based air defence (NBAD) system aboard the Babur-class corvettes. Pakistan is reportedly the launch customer for the Albatros-NG, making the CAMM-ER the most advanced…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is preparing to embark on a four‑day visit to Vietnam and South Korea beginning on 18 May, aimed at consolidating defence and strategic partnerships with two key Indo‑Pacific nations.His first stop will be Vietnam, where discussions are expected to centre on the proposed export of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system. The package under negotiation includes training support, logistics, and an initial batch of missiles, with the deal estimated at around ₹5,800 crore, or approximately $700 million.This would mark one of Vietnam’s largest defence acquisitions in recent years and significantly enhance its coastal defence capabilities.The talks…

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JERUSALEM — As Israeli troops are increasingly targeted by small, first-person-view (FPV) drones in Lebanon, the Israeli government has called on the nation’s defense industry to quickly provide troops with effective defenses. The problem of FPV drones, often controlled through fiber-optic cables and therefore virtually jam-proof, has grown so large that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly called an urgent meeting Wednesday to discuss solutions. “The drone threat has become one of the most urgent operational challenges faced by maneuvering and defensive forces today,” Michal Mor, CEO of Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter, told Breaking Defense. “These drones are accessible, inexpensive, highly maneuverable,…

AEVEX’s Atlas precision strike system. Credit: Aevex. The US Air Force (USAF) has awarded AEVEX a $18.5m contract to supply autonomous aircraft for One Way Attack (OWA) missions. According to the company’s release on 13 May 2026, this agreement includes support from AEVEX’s engineering and field services teams throughout the production period. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more Under the contract, AEVEX will deliver additive-manufactured Group 3 uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) that leverage 3D-printing technology for scalable production and faster fielding. These systems…