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Iran acquires ex‑Western 737s and A320s routed through Malawi, registered in Comoros; possible sanctions evasion

Iran has taken delivery of Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 narrowbodies routed via Malawi and registered in the Comoros, moves flagged as possible sanctions evasion. The transfers illustrate use of third‑country registrations and intermediary registries to obscure end‑users and aircraft ownership.

2025-10-29T22:07:10.773810-07:00

USNI News

F/A-18F Super Hornet and MH-60R Seahawk from USS Nimitz crash in South China Sea; all crew rescued

2025-10-26T15:59:52.474675-07:00

The Aviationist

UK‑backed Eurofighter sale to Turkey — BAE to recognise £4.6bn as Starmer travels to finalise up to 40 jets

2025-10-27T10:14:32.822175-07:00

Yomiuri Japan News

COMAC’s C919 Deliveries to Fall Short as US-China Trade Tensions and Export Controls Disrupt Supply Chain

2025-10-27T01:06:57.557234-07:00

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AeroTime

Ukraine in talks with France for Dassault Rafale as 'ITAR‑free' option in 250‑fighter rebuild Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed talks with France to acquire Dassault Rafale fighters — an "ITAR‑free" option built largely from French components — as Kyiv outlines plans to rebuild a 250‑fighter air force alongside parallel F‑16 and Gripen negotiations. Dassault says it is ready to supply if requested.

2025-10-30T06:31:38.128883-07:00

Ukraine in talks with France for Dassault Rafale as 'ITAR‑free' option in 250‑fighter rebuild

SpaceNews.com

China's maritime gray‑zone campaign raises operational risks for naval and air forces China's maritime gray‑zone campaign is increasingly pervasive across regional seas and is reshaping security dynamics by complicating naval and air operations. Militaries face heightened operational friction, surveillance and rules‑of‑engagement challenges, forcing adjustments to deterrence posture, coordination and readiness across the Indo‑Pacific.

2025-10-30T06:14:53.845855-07:00

China's maritime gray‑zone campaign raises operational risks for naval and air forces

Reuters

Kongsberg Q3 orders rise as missile and air‑defence deliveries accelerate Norwegian defence group Kongsberg reported a higher third‑quarter order intake driven by increased missile and air‑defence deliveries, a direct reflection of rising military spending across Europe. Management said the uptick underscores stronger demand for precision weapons and integrated air‑defence systems this year.

2025-10-29T23:47:53.109918-07:00

Kongsberg Q3 orders rise as missile and air‑defence deliveries accelerate

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Iran acquires ex‑Western 737s and A320s routed through Malawi, registered in Comoros; possible sanctions evasion Iran has taken delivery of Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 narrowbodies routed via Malawi and registered in the Comoros, moves flagged as possible sanctions evasion. The transfers illustrate use of third‑country registrations and intermediary registries to obscure end‑users and aircraft ownership.

2025-10-29T22:07:10.773810-07:00

Iran acquires ex‑Western 737s and A320s routed through Malawi, registered in Comoros; possible sanctions evasion

Reuters

Former L3Harris cyber‑intel executive pleads guilty to selling digital spy tools to Russian broker A former executive with U.S. defense contractor L3Harris pleaded guilty Wednesday to selling digital spy tools to a Russian broker, the Department of Justice said. Prosecutors said the plea stems from transfer of specialized cyber‑intelligence capabilities and resulted in federal criminal charges.

2025-10-29T14:42:16.951415-07:00

Former L3Harris cyber‑intel executive pleads guilty to selling digital spy tools to Russian broker

Stars and Stripes

Colorado sues Trump administration over relocation of U.S. Space Command to Huntsville Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser filed suit Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Colorado challenging President Trump’s order to move U.S. Space Command headquarters from Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, calling the relocation unconstitutional and claiming it infringes Colorado’s election-related rights.

2025-10-29T13:38:55.692460-07:00

Colorado sues Trump administration over relocation of U.S. Space Command to Huntsville

Air Data News

Saab weighs Canadian Gripen assembly line to meet Ukrainian demand Saab is considering establishing a Gripen fighter assembly line in Canada to address increased demand resulting from plans to supply aircraft to Ukraine, Canadian media report. The move would create a North American production option for the JAS 39 as Saab evaluates how to scale output.

2025-10-29T09:32:55.078244-07:00

Saab weighs Canadian Gripen assembly line to meet Ukrainian demand

Breaking Defense

Congressional review: Air Force needs up to 1,558 combat-ready fighters, urges increased F-15EX and F-35 buys A congressionally mandated review obtained by Breaking Defense found the U.S. Air Force needs as many as 1,558 combat-ready fighters to meet global obligations. The assessment calls for increased procurement of platforms including the F-15EX and F-35 to close capability and readiness shortfalls.

2025-10-29T08:52:59.029562-07:00

Congressional review: Air Force needs up to 1,558 combat-ready fighters, urges increased F-15EX and F-35 buys

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