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 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.

Japan to sell fighter jets to other nations in latest break from post-war ideals

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

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.

Chinese balloon, fighter jets cross the Taiwan Strait one month before elections

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

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).

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

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.

IDF fighter jets eliminate Hamas' air chief Abu Rakaba in Gaza, confirms Israel

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 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.

Putin's legendary Su-27 thunders: US drone turns away from Russian border | Details

A shot in the arm for the Russian air force. This is a massive boost which no one expected. Amid the chaos and bloodletting in Ukraine, Russia's powerful military-industrial complex continues to ramp-up production. Russian aerospace forces have received a new batch of cutting-edge su-35 flanker and su-57 felon fighter jets. Here's all you need to know about these two combat aircraft, arguably among the best in the world.

Russian supersonic boom! New Su-35 Flanker & Su-57 Felon fighter jets | All you need to know

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- US military's F-35 fighter jet flies without pilot after mid-air 'mishap'.

US military's F-35 fighter jet flies without pilot after mid-air 'mishap' | Trending on WION

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.

Pakistan supplied JF-17 jets to Myanmar declared 'unfit' | WION Pulse

US Congress has cleared a much anticipated India-US fighter engine deal with no objection. The Congress nod now paves the way for the implementation of the deal between the US-based General Electric (GE) and India's Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

Historic deal to jointly make jet engines for Indian Air Force cleared by US Congress

In the midst of concerns over China's activities along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India has taken decisive measures to enhance its defensive capabilities especially in Ladakh.

India bolsters defence along China border with fighter deployments, enhanced infra, and real-time monitoring

Saudi Arabia is reportedly pushing the United Kingdom, Japan and Italy to allow it to become a full partner in Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) that the three countries signed in December.

Explained | Inside Saudi Arabia's bid to build most advanced sixth-generation fighter jets

A deadly airstrike in Sudan's capital city, Khartoum, has resulted in the deaths of at least 22 people and numerous injuries. The ongoing war between military factions in Sudan has entered its 12th week and poses a threat of escalating into a wider civil war.

Deadly airstrike in Sudan's capital raises concerns of escalating civil war

The defence ministers of the UK and Germany said on Wednesday (May 17) that any decision to send fighter jets to Ukraine rests with the White House. This stand has been despite a jet "coalition" announced by Britain and the Netherlands this week.

Delivering F16 fighter jets to Ukraine ‘up to the White House’: UK defence minister

Germany has approved Poland's request to export five old MiG-29 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine's air power against the Russian invasion, the German defence ministry said on Thursday.

Germany allows Poland to export old MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine

India's president, Droupadi Murmur, flew in a Sukhoi 30 MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force, making her the third head of state overall and the second female head of state in India to do so.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu to fly in fighter jet

Russia reacted angrily on Friday (March 17) on Poland and Slovakia'a decision to provide fighter jets to Ukraine, warning they will be "destroyed". "The supply of this military equipment -- as we have repeatedly said -- will not change the outcome of the special military operation.

Russia threatens to destroy fighter jets that Poland, Slovakia supply to Ukraine

Iran is deepening its military ties with Russia from supplying drones for the Ukraine war. Iran has now reportedly reached a mega deal to purchase the advanced SU-35 fighter jets as it is now putting in motion a plan to modernize its aging fighter jet.

Iran finalises deal to procure Sukhoi fighter jets from Russia

Iran's official IRNA news agency has said that the country has finalised deal to buy Sukhoi-35 fighter jets from Russia. This may help Iran modernise its ageing fleet of fighter jet which it has struggled to get spare parts for due to international sanctions.

Iran seals deal to buy Sukhoi-35 from Russia to modernise its ageing fleet of fighter jets

Despite the US and its allies continued ambitious efforts to bolster the Ukrainians, there are no signs of an endgame in the war. The Russia-Ukraine conflict seems destined to enter an even more complicated phase in the months ahead.

No signs of endgame in Russia-Ukraine war: Jets for Kyiv? No consensus among NATO allies

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