Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the United Arab Emirates as part of his five-nation diplomatic tour, with India and the UAE announcing major agreements spanning defence, energy, infrastructure, investment and maritime connectivity.

The visit marks another significant step in the rapidly growing India-UAE strategic partnership. Key developments include a new defence cooperation framework, long-term LPG supply commitments, expanded UAE investments in Indian infrastructure, and a major maritime project in Gujarat aimed at boosting trade and logistics.

PM Modi In UAE: India, UAE Sign Major Defence, Energy & Investment Deals

Further delays to Taiwan military ​spending are a "concession" to China, the U.S. State Department said, as Taipei's defence ministry detailed ‌the impact of projects excluded from a package passed by the opposition-controlled parliament.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te had sought $40 billion in supplementary defence spending to better deter China, which views the democratically governed island as its own territory and has stepped up ​its military pressure.

US Concerned by Taiwan's Defence Spending Delay

Turkey has unveiled its next-generation defense and aerospace systems at a major aerospace exhibition, highlighting rapid advancements in indigenous military technology. The showcase included cutting-edge drones, fighter aircraft concepts, missile systems, and electronic warfare platforms. The display underscores Ankara’s push for self-reliance in defense manufacturing and its ambition to become a key global player in the aerospace and defense industry.


Turkey: Ankara Reveals Swarm Drones Made to Overwhelm Air Defences

Turkey has unveiled its first-ever advanced defence system, “Yildirimhan,” marking a major milestone in its military technology push. Showcased at SAHA EXPO 2026, the system highlights Ankara’s growing focus on indigenous defence innovation. Officials say the development reflects Turkey’s ambition to strengthen self-reliance in critical military technologies, as it continues expanding its role in global defence manufacturing.


Turkey Unveils ‘Yildirimhan’: First-Ever Breakthrough Defence Tech Shines at SAHA 2026

Pakistan has announced a major defence upgrade involving Chinese-built submarines and J-10C fighter jets, marking a significant expansion of its military capabilities. The fleet reportedly includes up to eight advanced submarines equipped with modern sensors and weapons systems. Officials described the development as a “historic milestone” in Pakistan–China defence cooperation, strengthening long-term strategic ties between the two countries amid shifting regional security dynamics.


Pak-China Ties: Pakistan Boosts Naval and Air Power With Chinese Submarines and J-10C Jets Deal

Iran is actively expanding its defense industry footprint, with officials expressing openness to exporting defense expertise and military technology to "independent" and friendly nations, particularly members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Iran has reported a significant increase in both production and exports of defense products. 


Iran Wants To Export Defence Expertise And Equipment

Iran's Defence Minister Says Open To Export Defence Expertise

Concerns are mounting within the United States over depleting missile stockpiles amid the ongoing Iran conflict. A report suggests Vice President JD Vance has questioned the Pentagon’s assessment, even as officials insist reserves remain strong. A major analysis by Center for Strategic and International Studies indicates significant depletion across key weapons systems. As the war drags on and political pressure builds on Donald Trump, questions are also being raised about accountability within the administration, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth under increasing scrutiny. Is America’s war machine being stretched too thin? Watch the full report.


US Stockpiles Under Strain? Iran War Sparks Concerns in Washington

China vowed to resist what it called Japan's "reckless militarisation" after Tokyo eased decades-old arms export rules, as it seeks to enter the international weapons market. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi argues that Japan must relax its rules on weapons exports to bolster national defence while also trying to boost the domestic arms industry as a driver of economic growth.


Japan Prepares for Arms Market Export Boom, Lifts 8-Decade Ban

The Japanese government under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has approved a major defense policy shift, allowing the export of lethal weapons, including warships and missiles, departing from its post-war pacifist stance. This policy, approved by the cabinet, lifts a ban on transferring offensive weapons to 17 partner countries. 


Takaichi Govt Approves Major Defence Shift; Japanese Warships, Missiles & Weapons Now Eligible for Export

More than three-quarters of European countries use American cloud computing services for vital national security functions, a report published Friday found, warning that the dependency could make governments vulnerable.

The analysis arrives as European governments increasingly fear that vital digital services could be subject to an American “kill switch” if tensions with President Donald Trump’s White House escalate.

23 European Countries Face US Cloud Dependence Risk

Japan is stepping up its military posture after easing long-standing restrictions on arms exports, marking a significant shift in its post-war defence policy. The move is expected to expand Japan’s role in global security cooperation and defence partnerships, even as it draws reactions from regional powers amid rising tensions in East Asia.

Japan Steps Up Military Push with Relaxed Arms Export Rules

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine hold a news briefing in the Pentagon Press Briefing Room.


Pentagon Briefing: Hegseth Urges Iran To 'Choose Wisely'; Says 'If Needed We Can Restart The Combat'

Iran War: US Defence Secretary Hegseth, Caine Brief on Iran Operation Amid Blockade

A new report sheds light on the 2025 Saudi-Pakistan defence pact, revealing how the long-standing partnership has evolved since its 2005 roots. What began as cooperation focused on training and equipment sharing has now expanded into deeper strategic coordination, reflecting changing regional security needs. The upgraded pact highlights growing military ties, mutual interests, and a shift toward a more comprehensive defence relationship.


Saudi-Pak Defence Pact: How 20-Year Partnership Evolved Beyond Training And Equipment 

The United Kingdom cut debt after the Napoleonic wars so it had the fiscal firepower to fight subsequent battles. But today’s superpower struggle between the United States and China, and the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, are occurring when government borrowing across the world is already high.
Governments are spending more on defence and cutting their reliance on rivals in response to global threats. That is pushing ​up debt relative to GDP, limiting their ability to project power. Borrowing costs have also shot up. The yield on 10-year U.S. government bonds has almost trebled to 4.3% over the past five years.

The Invisible Tax: How War Raises Every Price

The UK military and Gulf partners will be better protected against drone attacks, as a veteran-founded British start-up is set to supply new interceptor missiles.  

Speaking at the London Defence Conference, Defence Secretary John Healey MP announced the Ministry of Defence intends to buy cutting-edge interceptor missiles, designed to counter Iranian Shahed-style attack drones, for the UK Armed Forces and Gulf partners.

Britain Signs 'Multi-Million Pound' Deal To Procure Weapons

Pakistan has sent fighter jets and other military forces to Saudi Arabia to boost security under a defence pact between the two countries, the Saudi defence ministry said on Saturday, as Islamabad hosted talks ​aimed at ending the Iran war.
Saudi Arabia's defence ministry said in a statement ​that Pakistani fighter jets and support aircraft had arrived at the King ⁠Abdulaziz Air Base in the country's eastern province.

Pakistan Deploys Fighter Jets, Support Aircraft To Saudi Arabia

#Gravitas India's defence exports have surged by more than 62 percent, reaching a record Rs 38,424 crore or around 4.11 billion U.S. Dollars in the 2025-26 financial year. A sharp jump of Rs 14,802 crore or 1.58 billion U.S. dollars compared to last year’s fiscal.


India's Defence Exports Surge 62% to $4.1 Billion

#Gravitas Poland has said no to Washington's alleged request to send its patriot air defence systems to West Asia. The rejection comes at a time when the United States is reportedly burning through its most advanced missile interceptors against Iranian missiles and drones.


Poland Rejects 'Unofficial' US Request for Patriot System

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, Joint Chiefs Chairman, declared at a news conference on Tuesday "the upcoming days will be decisive" in the war with Iran. 

"Iran knows that, and there's almost nothing they can militarily do about it," Hegseth claimed. 

Operation Epic Fury: US Secretary of War Briefing on Iran War

Turkey's Defence Ministry said that NATO forces had intercepted a new missile fired from Iran, the fourth since the start of the Middle East war. None of the four projectiles managed to hit Turkish soil. The ​incident marked the fourth such incident ​since the start of the U.S.-Iraeli war with Iran, following three earlier ​interceptions by NATO systems ​earlier this month that prompted Ankara to ‌protest ⁠and warn Tehran. Tehran has denied in the previous three incidents that it authorised such launches ​and ​has asked ⁠Ankara to form a joint investigation into ​the matter.


Turkiye: NATO Defences Downed Iranian Missile for the Fourth Time

Israel’s parliament has approved the 2026 state budget, securing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government and avoiding early elections. The defense-heavy 699 billion shekel budget comes amid the ongoing Iran war and rising military costs. With billions added to defense spending and concerns over inflation, this decision could shape Israel’s economy and politics in 2026. Watch for full analysis and key updates.

Israel's Parliament Passes Budget Increasing Spending On Defence

A prolonged Iran war is draining US munitions, critical minerals and industrial capacity, and weakening the country’s defence base and military presence in Asia as rivalry with China intensifies, observes academic Hao Nan. 


Iran War: US Military Equipment Reliant on Rare Earth Metals

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