Germany has reportedly blocked a major Eurofighter Typhoon sale to Turkiye, citing concerns over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The UK, however, remains keen to proceed, viewing Turkiye as a key defense market. The Eurofighter project, a joint venture between Germany, the UK, Italy, and Spain, now faces diplomatic tension and delays.

Germany blocks Eurofighter sale to Tukiye over Imamoglu arrest concerns

Stealth is a major capability of modern military equipment to go invisible on enemy radar provide a major advantage on the battlefield as well. Growing menace of drones as seen in Russia Ukraine war has also got researchers crashing their head but new radar system can make the jets and drones lose the cloak of stealth. Watch in for more details!

Will quantum radar keep drones off the battlefield?

<p>After repeated delays that spanned nearly two years, American firm General Electric Aerospace has resumed delivery of the GE-F404 engines that power India's indigenous fighter jet Tejas and its variants. On Wednesday, 26th March, the firm announced the delivery of the first of 99 engines ordered by the Indian Government-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited(HAL), the builder of the Tejas jet. "Excited to deliver the first of 99 F404-IN20 engines to our valued customer HAL for the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft Mk 1A fight jet. It is an important milestone in our 40-year relationship with HAL," announced the firm.</p>
<p>This comes at a time when the Indian Air Force continues to grapple with a severe shortage of fighter jet squadrons. With 31 squadrons at present, the force is expected to decommission a few more aging squadrons of Soviet-era and European-origin aircraft in the coming years. These developments are really concerning, given that the force is required to have 42 squadrons of fighter jets to counter a two-front threat.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-confidence-in-hal-indian-air-force-chief-expresses-concern-over-delayed-deliveries-of-tejas-jet-8713489">&lsquo;No confidence in HAL&rsquo;: Indian Air Force chief expresses concern over delayed deliveries of Tejas jet</a></strong></p>
<p>India is now heavily relying on the rapid induction of the indigenously designed and developed Tejas aircraft variants to shore up the fleet numbers. However, various issues have caused delays in the induction of the Tejas series of fighter jets.</p>
<h2>What led to the delay in jet engines?</h2>
<p>Referring to the challenges in delivering the GEF04 engines for India, GE Aerospace said, by 2016 we fulfilled the commitment to HAL and delivered 65 F404-IN20 engines for the Tejas LCA. With no additional engine orders on the horizon, the production line for F404-IN20 was shut down. However, when HAL ordered an additional 99 engines in 2021 for the Tejas Mk1A LCA, our team began the complex task of restarting the F404-IN20 production line, which had been dormant for five years and re-engaging the engine&rsquo;s global supply chain.</p>
<p>"Restarting a jet engine production line is a challenging process. Restarting the F404-IN20 engine line during the COVID-19 pandemic was even more challenging. With a high focus on safety and quality and a remarkable commitment from our supply chain teams and our suppliers and partners, we have managed to restart the line. Today, we are working closely with our suppliers to ramp up production on parts and materials for the F404-IN20," read a statement from the firm.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Earlier this year, the Indian Air Force Chief Air Marshal AP Singh had lashed out at the slow-paced roll out of Tejas jets by the Government-run plane maker. He highlighted that the Air Force had received only 36 of the 40 jets that were ordered back in 2009-10. These comments came around the time that there were speculative videos circulating about China's 6th generation fighter aircraft being tested. India does not possess 5th generation fighter jets yet and India's own 5th generation fighter plane is about a decade away from being inducted.&nbsp;</p>

India news: The firm announced the delivery of the first of 99 engines ordered by the Indian Government-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited(HAL)

After repeated delays that spanned nearly two years, American firm General Electric Aerospace has resumed delivery of the GE-F404 engines that power India's indigenous fighter jet Tejas and its variants. On Wednesday, 26th March, the firm announced the delivery of the first of 99 engines ordered by the Indian Government-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited(HAL), the builder of the Tejas jet. "Excited to deliver the first of 99 F404-IN20 engines to our valued customer HAL for the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft Mk 1A fight jet. It is an important milestone in our 40-year relationship with HAL," announced the firm. This comes at a time when the Indian Air Force continues to grapple with a severe shortage of fighter jet squadrons. With 31 squadrons at present, the force is expected to decommission a few more aging squadrons of Soviet-era and European-origin aircraft in the coming years. These developments are really concerning, given that the force is required to have 42 squadrons of fighter jets to counter a two-front threat. Also read: ‘No confidence in HAL’: Indian Air Force chief expresses concern over delayed deliveries of Tejas jet India is now heavily relying on the rapid induction of the indigenously designed and developed Tejas aircraft variants to shore up the fleet numbers. However, various issues have caused delays in the induction of the Tejas series of fighter jets. What led to the delay in jet engines? Referring to the challenges in delivering the GEF04 engines for India, GE Aerospace said, by 2016 we fulfilled the commitment to HAL and delivered 65 F404-IN20 engines for the Tejas LCA. With no additional engine orders on the horizon, the production line for F404-IN20 was shut down. However, when HAL ordered an additional 99 engines in 2021 for the Tejas Mk1A LCA, our team began the complex task of restarting the F404-IN20 production line, which had been dormant for five years and re-engaging the engine’s global supply chain. "Restarting a jet engine production line is a challenging process. Restarting the F404-IN20 engine line during the COVID-19 pandemic was even more challenging. With a high focus on safety and quality and a remarkable commitment from our supply chain teams and our suppliers and partners, we have managed to restart the line. Today, we are working closely with our suppliers to ramp up production on parts and materials for the F404-IN20," read a statement from the firm. Also read: BJP accuses RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav of stealing sofa sets, ACs upon vacating official bungalow Earlier this year, the Indian Air Force Chief Air Marshal AP Singh had lashed out at the slow-paced roll out of Tejas jets by the Government-run plane maker. He highlighted that the Air Force had received only 36 of the 40 jets that were ordered back in 2009-10. These comments came around the time that there were speculative videos circulating about China's 6th generation fighter aircraft being tested. India does not possess 5th generation fighter jets yet and India's own 5th generation fighter plane is about a decade away from being inducted.

After delays, GE resumes engine delivery for India's Tejas fighter jets

The American President, Donald Trump, has awarded Boeing the contract to build the next-generation air dominance fighter jet, the F-47. The contract comes as a much-needed win for the company over its rivals. The F-47 fighter jet will replace the aging F-22 Raptors, which are touted as the world's most advanced air superiority fighter jets and have been in service with the U.S. Air Force since the 1980s. The F-47 will have the ability to enter combat zones alongside drones. Watch in for more details!

F-47 to be new air dominance fighter jet of US Air Force

US President Trump has announced the US Air Force's next-generation air dominance fighter, the F-47, set to replace the aging F-22 Raptors. The US has awarded contracts for the new fighter jet to Boeing as part of the NGAD program, which was previously paused in 2024 due to high costs.

US awards contract for F-47 to Boeing, F-47 fighter jet to replace F-22 raptors

#Gravitas When Ukraine received U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets last August, it saw it as a potential game-changer in the Russia-Ukraine war. But Ukrainian officials now acknowledge that these jets are no match for Russia’s more advanced Su-35s.

Ukraine admits: F-16s no match for Russian Su-35

Germany has raised concerns over a potential "kill switch" in the F-35 fighter jets that could allow the US—under Donald Trump’s leadership—to disable European air forces. As Trump’s Ukraine policy sparks further alarm, Germany seeks nuclear talks with France and the UK. Meanwhile, European arms imports have surged in the past four years. Watch this report for more updates.

Germany fears Trump’s F-35 'kill switch' could cripple Europe

France has been among India's closest strategic partners in the defence and aerospace sectors.... French jet-engine maker Safran has been at the forefront of this cooperation... Safran's engines power hundreds of Indian military helicopters and the Rafale fighter jets... WION's Sidharth M.P spoke to Safran's Executive Vice President for insights into their future projects and joint ventures in India...

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Japan scrambled jets in response to Russian bombers flying over international waters near its airspace. The incident has heightened tensions between the two nations amidst growing security concerns.

Russian bombers navigate international waters near Japan

Saudi Arabia is seeking to purchase 100 KAAN fighter jets from Turkey. The head of Turkey's Defense Industries met with Saudi Arabia’s Assistant Defense Minister last week in Istanbul. Reports indicate that discussions focused on the potential procurement of the aircraft, joint production opportunities, and technology transfer agreements. Watch in for more details!

Saudi Arabia Eyes Purchase Of 100 KAAN Fighter Jets

The fighter jets and drones of 2025 promise unparalleled destruction. They are agents of devastation designed to dominate and annihilate. Tune into the #Gravitas special year-end edition to find out more.

Sky Wars: The Killer Jets, Drones Of 2025

China claims to have created a new stealth material that is so advanced that it allows fighter jets to slip past enemy defences with near invisibility.

China's Stealth Aircraft Pose New Threat to Its Enemies | GRAVITAS

Russian Aerospace forces claim they have downed two Ukrainian SU-27 fighter jets in the last 24 hours. The Russian Aerospace forces downed two SU-27 fighter jets of Ukraine's Air Forces in 24 hours.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian Aerospace forces claim they downed 2 Ukrainian SU-27s

A top Ukrainian pilot was killed when a US-made F-16 fighter jet crashed on Monday, just weeks after the long-awaited planes arrived in the country, a Ukrainian military source told the media.

Russia-Ukraine war: F-16 fighter jet crashes in Ukraine, pilot killed during Russian Airstrikes

Vista, the AI-controlled F-16, has considerable safety rails as the Air Force trains it. There are mechanical limits that keep the still-learning AI from executing maneuvers that would put the plane in danger. There is a safety pilot, too, who can take over control from the AI with the push of a button.

US tests F-16 flown by artificial intelligence & machine learning

Is Pakistan putting nukes on its fighter jets? A photograph, taken during the rehearsals for the 2023 Pakistan Day Parade, appears to show a JF-17 jet carrying a Ra’ad missile, a nuclear-capable projectile.

Gravitas: Pakistan arming its JF-17 fighter jets with Ra'ad nuke missiles?

As tensions between Iran and Israel simmer reports say Iran has fast-tracked its acquisition of SU-35 fighter jets from Russia to Aid its ailing air fleet. Watch in for more details!

Iran-Israel war: Iran likely to receive SU-35 flanker fighter jets from Russia

<p>Japan's cabinet on Tuesday (March 26) gave the green light for the export of new fighter jets currently under development in collaboration with the United Kingdom and Italy. The move signals Tokyo's growing assertiveness in defence partnerships amid its evolving security posture.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>The decision, announced following a cabinet meeting, marks a major shift in Japan's approach to arms exports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under the eased regulations, the advanced fighter jets will be eligible for sale to countries with which Japan has established defence pacts, provided there is no ongoing conflict in the recipient nation.</p>

<p>Japan has vowed to enhance its military capabilities citing rising threats posed by neighbouring powers such as China and North Korea. Tokyo also plans to double its defence spending by 2027. However, each sale of state-of-the-art fighter jets will be subject to cabinet approval.</p>

<h2><strong>What is Tempest project?</strong></h2>

<p>The collaboration between Japan, the UK, and Italy, known as the Tempest project, was initiated in December 2022. The project aims to develop next-generation fighter jets equipped with artificial intelligence and advanced sensor technologies.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Japan becomes second Quad partner to sign semiconductor pact with India</strong></p>

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<p>These cutting-edge aircraft are slated for deployment by 2035, marking Tokyo's first defence equipment development partnership with a nation other than the United States.</p>

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<p>The timing of this decision also coincides with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's upcoming official visit to the United States in April, where he is expected to reaffirm Tokyo's commitment to its alliance with Washington and its willingness to engage in broader defence cooperation initiatives.</p>

<h2><strong>What is Japan's pacifist policy about?</strong></h2>

<p>Following its defeat in World War II, Japan adopted a constitution renouncing war and the use of force to settle international disputes. This led to the imposition of strict limitations on its military activities and its defence capabilities have been primarily focused on self-defence. But in recent years, Japan has gradually relaxed its arms export policies, a gradual shift in its defence posture.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Japan's cabinet on Tuesday (March 26) gave the green light for the export of new fighter jets currently under development in collaboration with the United Kingdom and Italy.

Japan's cabinet on Tuesday (March 26) gave the green light for the export of new fighter jets currently under development in collaboration with the United Kingdom and Italy. The move signals Tokyo's growing assertiveness in defence partnerships amid its evolving security posture. What does it mean? The decision, announced following a cabinet meeting, marks a major shift in Japan's approach to arms exports. Under the eased regulations, the advanced fighter jets will be eligible for sale to countries with which Japan has established defence pacts, provided there is no ongoing conflict in the recipient nation. Japan has vowed to enhance its military capabilities citing rising threats posed by neighbouring powers such as China and North Korea. Tokyo also plans to double its defence spending by 2027. However, each sale of state-of-the-art fighter jets will be subject to cabinet approval. What is Tempest project? The collaboration between Japan, the UK, and Italy, known as the Tempest project, was initiated in December 2022. The project aims to develop next-generation fighter jets equipped with artificial intelligence and advanced sensor technologies. Also watch | Japan becomes second Quad partner to sign semiconductor pact with India × These cutting-edge aircraft are slated for deployment by 2035, marking Tokyo's first defence equipment development partnership with a nation other than the United States. Also read | India, Japan expected to finalise 'UNICORN' antennas deal during Quad summit The timing of this decision also coincides with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's upcoming official visit to the United States in April, where he is expected to reaffirm Tokyo's commitment to its alliance with Washington and its willingness to engage in broader defence cooperation initiatives. What is Japan's pacifist policy about? Following its defeat in World War II, Japan adopted a constitution renouncing war and the use of force to settle international disputes. This led to the imposition of strict limitations on its military activities and its defence capabilities have been primarily focused on self-defence. But in recent years, Japan has gradually relaxed its arms export policies, a gradual shift in its defence posture. (With inputs from agencies)

Japan gets out of post-World War pacifism, allows sale of fighter jets

Japan's Cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it's developing with Britain and Italy to other countries, in the latest move away from the country's post-war pacifist principles.

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Chinese researchers have designed a new camouflage device that can make fighter jets appear like civilian planes on radars. Will this change the face of wars?

Gravitas: Will China's 'Golden Veil' change the face of war?

The Netherlands will deliver 18 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine to help its battle against Russia's invasion, the Dutch government said on Friday.

Netherlands to deliver 18 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine

<p>Taiwan on Friday (Dec 8) said that China's suspected weather balloon and 12 fighter jets crossed the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, escalating tensions one month before the scheduled presidential election to be held on the island.<br />
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Taiwan, which is democratically governed and is claimed as its own territory by China, has been complaining about the Chinese military carrying out regular patrols and drills near the island for the last four years.<br />
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On January 13, Taiwan will be conducting presidential and parliamentary elections and campaigning has gone into high gear, with how the relations with China will be handled by the next government being a major point of contention.</p>

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<p>The defence ministry of Taiwan, while providing details of Chinese missions on Thursday (Dec 7), said that 12 fighter jets of China crossed the median line, which once was seen as an unofficial barrier between the two sides. However, now Chinese planes regularly fly over that zone.<br />
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Making an unusual addition to the statement, the ministry added that around midday on Thursday a Chinese balloon was also detected 101 nautical miles (187 km) southwest of the northern Taiwanese city of Keelung, which moved eastward for nearly an hour and crossed the strait before disappearing.</p>

<h2><strong>Weather balloon or spy balloon?</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking to the reporters at the parliament, Taiwan Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said that their "initial understanding" was most likely a weather balloon and the ministry felt that it had an obligation to report this to be public.<br />
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"Otherwise, if after other units or other countries have reported it, everyone will wonder why (we) did not report it. The defence ministry requires all our subordinate units to have a grasp of the enemy situation," he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;China starts up world's first fourth-generation nuclear reactor which is one-of-its-kind&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>China's use of spy balloons turned into a global issue in February when one of these surveillance balloons was shot down by the United States which China had claimed to be a civilian craft which had drifted astray accidentally.<br />
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Ahead of the election, Taiwan has remained on high alert for all kinds of military and political Chinese activities which Taipei sees as efforts by Beijing to interfere in the ballot to get electors to vote for candidates who will be preferred by China.<br />
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The elections are being led by Vice President Lai Ching-te and running mate Hsiao Bi-khim from the ruling Democratic Progressive Party, who are viewed by China as separatists.</p>

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Taiwan on Friday (Dec 8) said that China's suspected weather balloon and 12 fighter jets crossed the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, escalating tensions one month before the scheduled presidential election to be held on the island.

Taiwan on Friday (Dec 8) said that China's suspected weather balloon and 12 fighter jets crossed the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, escalating tensions one month before the scheduled presidential election to be held on the island. Taiwan, which is democratically governed and is claimed as its own territory by China, has been complaining about the Chinese military carrying out regular patrols and drills near the island for the last four years. On January 13, Taiwan will be conducting presidential and parliamentary elections and campaigning has gone into high gear, with how the relations with China will be handled by the next government being a major point of contention. Also Read: Is China's ousted ex-foreign minister Qin Gang dead? Here's what some reports suggest The defence ministry of Taiwan, while providing details of Chinese missions on Thursday (Dec 7), said that 12 fighter jets of China crossed the median line, which once was seen as an unofficial barrier between the two sides. However, now Chinese planes regularly fly over that zone. Making an unusual addition to the statement, the ministry added that around midday on Thursday a Chinese balloon was also detected 101 nautical miles (187 km) southwest of the northern Taiwanese city of Keelung, which moved eastward for nearly an hour and crossed the strait before disappearing. Weather balloon or spy balloon? Speaking to the reporters at the parliament, Taiwan Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said that their "initial understanding" was most likely a weather balloon and the ministry felt that it had an obligation to report this to be public. "Otherwise, if after other units or other countries have reported it, everyone will wonder why (we) did not report it. The defence ministry requires all our subordinate units to have a grasp of the enemy situation," he said. Watch: China starts up world's first fourth-generation nuclear reactor which is one-of-its-kind China's use of spy balloons turned into a global issue in February when one of these surveillance balloons was shot down by the United States which China had claimed to be a civilian craft which had drifted astray accidentally. Ahead of the election, Taiwan has remained on high alert for all kinds of military and political Chinese activities which Taipei sees as efforts by Beijing to interfere in the ballot to get electors to vote for candidates who will be preferred by China. The elections are being led by Vice President Lai Ching-te and running mate Hsiao Bi-khim from the ruling Democratic Progressive Party, who are viewed by China as separatists. (With inputs from agencies)

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A US war plane carried out a strike on an Iran-linked weapon storage facility in Eastern Syria in response to the attacks against American personnel and the US is striving to deter Iran and proxies from turning Israel Hamas fighting into a regional war.

Surge in attacks on US troops in West Asia, F-15 fighter jets hit weapons storage site | WION

<p>United States President Joe Biden's security was jeopardised after the restricted airspace in Delaware, where his home is located, was violated by a civilian aircraft following which US fighter jets "scrambled" as a precautionary measure on Saturday (Oct 28).<br />
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At the time when the incident occurred, US President Biden was inside his home in Wilmington, reported Fox News while citing chief of communications for the United States Secret Service Anthony Guglielmi.<br />
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Guglielmi stated that the restricted airspace north of Wilmington was breached by the civilian aircraft entered shortly after 2 pm&nbsp;(local time). He stated that the fighter jets had scrambled "as a precaution" and the plane had made a safe landing at a nearby airport.</p>

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<p>"Shortly after 2 p.m., a civilian aircraft violated restricted airspace north of Wilmington, Delaware," said Guglielmi, as per a Fox News report.</p>

<h2><strong>No impact of incident on Biden's movement</strong></h2>

<p>“As a precaution, assets were scrambled to intercept and the civilian aircraft safely landed at the airport. There were no impacts to the protectee's movements as a result of this incident and agents from the US,” the statement added.<br />
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He added that the incident did not affect the US president's movement. An investigation into the incident has been started by the agencies from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Secret Service, reported Fox News.<br />
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After the incident occurred, the president went to his usual church St. Joseph on the Brandywine on Saturday evening (Oct 28).<br />
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As per a report published in Daily Mail, the man was carrying a sign which on the side read, “Bidens are criminals, 20 shell companies?! Where's the laptop? 10% for the big guy.”</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;US strikes two Syrian facilities, takes place near Abu Kamal; follow direct warning by Biden | WION</strong></p>

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The other side of the sign said, “Joe has aliases?! Robert L. Peters, Robin Ware, JRN Ware.” The man was trailed by a Secret Service vehicle as he walked down the street toward the home of Biden.<br />
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The signs of armed protester referred to a trio of pseudonyms which was allegedly used by the president in emails when he was the vice president, as per an investigation carried out by the Republican-controlled House Oversight Committee.<br />
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House Republicans have charged that those pseudonyms were used by Biden as vice president to discuss the business deals of his son with Ukraine.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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United States President Joe Biden's security was jeopardised after the restricted airspace in Delaware, where his home is located, was violated by a civilian aircraft following which US fighter jets "scrambled" as a precautionary measure on Saturday (Oct 28).

United States President Joe Biden's security was jeopardised after the restricted airspace in Delaware, where his home is located, was violated by a civilian aircraft following which US fighter jets "scrambled" as a precautionary measure on Saturday (Oct 28). At the time when the incident occurred, US President Biden was inside his home in Wilmington, reported Fox News while citing chief of communications for the United States Secret Service Anthony Guglielmi. Guglielmi stated that the restricted airspace north of Wilmington was breached by the civilian aircraft entered shortly after 2 pm (local time). He stated that the fighter jets had scrambled "as a precaution" and the plane had made a safe landing at a nearby airport. ALSO READ | Biden meets China’s top diplomat paving way for potential meeting with Xi Jinping "Shortly after 2 p.m., a civilian aircraft violated restricted airspace north of Wilmington, Delaware," said Guglielmi, as per a Fox News report. No impact of incident on Biden's movement “As a precaution, assets were scrambled to intercept and the civilian aircraft safely landed at the airport. There were no impacts to the protectee's movements as a result of this incident and agents from the US,” the statement added. He added that the incident did not affect the US president's movement. An investigation into the incident has been started by the agencies from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Secret Service, reported Fox News. After the incident occurred, the president went to his usual church St. Joseph on the Brandywine on Saturday evening (Oct 28). As per a report published in Daily Mail, the man was carrying a sign which on the side read, “Bidens are criminals, 20 shell companies?! Where's the laptop? 10% for the big guy.” WATCH | US strikes two Syrian facilities, takes place near Abu Kamal; follow direct warning by Biden | WION The other side of the sign said, “Joe has aliases?! Robert L. Peters, Robin Ware, JRN Ware.” The man was trailed by a Secret Service vehicle as he walked down the street toward the home of Biden. The signs of armed protester referred to a trio of pseudonyms which was allegedly used by the president in emails when he was the vice president, as per an investigation carried out by the Republican-controlled House Oversight Committee. House Republicans have charged that those pseudonyms were used by Biden as vice president to discuss the business deals of his son with Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Civilian plane intercepted near Biden's home, fighter jets scramble as precaution

<p>In an overnight operation, IDF fighter jets targeted and killed Asem Abu Rakaba, who served as the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Rakaba held responsibility for overseeing Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, as well as aerial detection and defense systems, the Israeli Defense Forces said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was also notably involved in planning the October 7 attack on Israel and commanded the group of terrorists who made incursion into Israel using paragliders.&nbsp;Additionally, he was responsible for coordinating drone attacks on IDF posts, the IDF said in the post.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Overnight, IDF fighter jets struck Asem Abu Rakaba, the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Abu Rakaba was responsible for Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, aerial detection and defense. He took part in planning the October 7 massacre and commanded the terrorists who infiltrated Israel on paragliders and was responsible for the drone attacks on IDF posts," IDF said in a post on Saturday (Oct 28) morning.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Israel has escalated its ground offensive against Hamas militants in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a night of intense airstrikes in its war against Hamas, the Israeli military also released footage of fighter jets taking off on a mission to target 150 "underground targets" in northern Gaza from where IDF has asked the civilians to move towards southern parts of Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, releasing footage of what it claimed to be a safe haven for Hamas terrorists under the Shifa Hospital in Gaza, the IDF said that the largest medical facility in the region is alleged to be used for Hamas terror activities.</p>

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<p>The IDF asserted that they will take action to uncover any potential terrorist infrastructure under the hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United Nations General Assembly, on October 27, overwhelmingly approved the Jordanian resolution, which called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The resolution also sought for the unhindered supply of aid to Gaza and the protection of civilians.</p>

<p>In contrast, the resolution put forward by Canada, supported by 35 member states, including the United States, which aimed to condemn Hamas for its attacks on southern Israel on October 7, did not receive enough votes to pass.</p>

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In an overnight operation, IDF fighter jets targeted and killed Asem Abu Rakaba, who served as the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Rakaba held responsibility for overseeing Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, as well as aerial detection and defense systems, the Israeli Defense Forces said.

In an overnight operation, IDF fighter jets targeted and killed Asem Abu Rakaba, who served as the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Rakaba held responsibility for overseeing Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, as well as aerial detection and defense systems, the Israeli Defense Forces said. He was also notably involved in planning the October 7 attack on Israel and commanded the group of terrorists who made incursion into Israel using paragliders. Additionally, he was responsible for coordinating drone attacks on IDF posts, the IDF said in the post. Also Read | UN adopts resolution calling for ‘humanitarian truce’ between Israel and Hamas. Here's what happened "Overnight, IDF fighter jets struck Asem Abu Rakaba, the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Abu Rakaba was responsible for Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, aerial detection and defense. He took part in planning the October 7 massacre and commanded the terrorists who infiltrated Israel on paragliders and was responsible for the drone attacks on IDF posts," IDF said in a post on Saturday (Oct 28) morning. Overnight, IDF fighter jets struck Asem Abu Rakaba, the Head of Hamas' Aerial Array. Abu Rakaba was responsible for Hamas' UAVs, drones, paragliders, aerial detection and defense. He took part in planning the October 7 massacre and commanded the terrorists who infiltrated… — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 28, 2023 × Israel has escalated its ground offensive against Hamas militants in Gaza. During a night of intense airstrikes in its war against Hamas, the Israeli military also released footage of fighter jets taking off on a mission to target 150 "underground targets" in northern Gaza from where IDF has asked the civilians to move towards southern parts of Gaza. Also Read | North Korea defends ties with Russia, says US criticism 'distorted' Earlier, releasing footage of what it claimed to be a safe haven for Hamas terrorists under the Shifa Hospital in Gaza, the IDF said that the largest medical facility in the region is alleged to be used for Hamas terror activities. Watch | Israel strikes Syria, will Yemen now join Hamas' war? × The IDF asserted that they will take action to uncover any potential terrorist infrastructure under the hospital. The United Nations General Assembly, on October 27, overwhelmingly approved the Jordanian resolution, which called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The resolution also sought for the unhindered supply of aid to Gaza and the protection of civilians. In contrast, the resolution put forward by Canada, supported by 35 member states, including the United States, which aimed to condemn Hamas for its attacks on southern Israel on October 7, did not receive enough votes to pass. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Russia scrambled fighter jets to intercept two U.S. bombers and a drone which approached Russia’s northern and southern borders on Tuesday, the Russian Defence Ministry reported.</p>

<p>According to the ministry, two U.S. B-1B strategic bombers approached the border over the Baltic Sea and a Global Hawk drone approached the border over the Black Sea.</p>

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<p>As with the fighter jets, a single Su-37 approached in both cases and the U.S. bombers and the drone pivoted away from the Russian border, the ministry said.</p>

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Russia scrambled fighter jets to intercept two U.S. bombers and a drone which approached Russia’s northern and southern borders on Tuesday, the Russian Defence Ministry reported.

Russia scrambled fighter jets to intercept two U.S. bombers and a drone which approached Russia’s northern and southern borders on Tuesday, the Russian Defence Ministry reported. According to the ministry, two U.S. B-1B strategic bombers approached the border over the Baltic Sea and a Global Hawk drone approached the border over the Black Sea. Also Read | Soul-stirring survival story of a 9-day-old whose house was set ablaze by Hamas As with the fighter jets, a single Su-37 approached in both cases and the U.S. bombers and the drone pivoted away from the Russian border, the ministry said. Watch | 700 Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli strikes, says Gaza × Similar encounters have been regularly reported in recent weeks by Russia. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Russia sends fighter jets as two US bombers, drone approach its border

Russian armed forces scrambled a Su-27 fighter to confront a US air force RQ-4b Global Hawk drone. As the legendary Russian aircraft approached the US unmanned aerial vehicle, it turned away from the border. The incident is a reminder of the escalating tensions on the key black sea waterway. The Su-27 fighter is the foremost record holder among Sukhoi aircraft. It accounts for the highest number of achievements – 51. Some well-known aerobatic manoeuvres - Pougachev's cobra - were first performed using the Su-27 and were named after Russian pilots. No composite materials were used in the Su-27 design. Instead, 30% of the airframe and wings were made of titanium. The legendary Russian fighter served as the basis to develop Su-30, Su-34 and Su-35.

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It seems like Myanmar is not happy with Pakistan, the anger is over fighter jet supplied by Pakistan. Myanmar's military Junta has declared the JF-17 thunder jets unfit. Watch the video to know more.

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