Riad Kahwaji

Stories by Riad Kahwaji

Egypt, US Commit To Bright Star, Shared Logistics

Egypt, US Commit To Bright Star, Shared Logistics
Egypt, US Commit To Bright Star, Shared Logistics

Egypt’s geo-strategic location and status as largest Arab power makes it a vital partner to the U.S. military, even with Egyptian diversification policy that includes acquiring Russian jets.

Saudi Air Defense Stops Most Houthi Strikes

Saudi Air Defense Stops Most Houthi Strikes
Saudi Air Defense Stops Most Houthi Strikes

A record number of ballistic missile and drone attacks have tested Saudi air defense capabilities. They’ve succeeded admirably but at a high cost.

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On-Board Vehicle Power Gains Attention In UAE, To Be Tested As Other Militaries Await Results

On-Board Vehicle Power Gains Attention In UAE, To Be Tested As Other Militaries Await Results
On-Board Vehicle Power Gains Attention In UAE, To Be Tested As Other Militaries Await Results

The United Arab Emirates is thinking forward on how its military forces can access assured electrical power in the battlespace

IDEX: Low-Key US Presence Opens Doors For Israel, China

IDEX: Low-Key US Presence Opens Doors For Israel, China
IDEX: Low-Key US Presence Opens Doors For Israel, China

While the UAE government was silent on the Biden Administration’s pause on arms sales, social media reaction was harsh.

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Arab Gulf States Bolster Land Forces With New Battle Management Systems

Arab Gulf States Bolster Land Forces With New Battle Management Systems
Arab Gulf States Bolster Land Forces With New Battle Management Systems

As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) enhances the situational awareness capabilities of its army, other Arab Gulf States are also seeking to provide their land forces with state-of-the-art systems to keep their troops well informed of their operating environment and increase their lethality on the battlefield.

F-35 Sales To UAE: What Will Being A Major Security Partner Mean

F-35 Sales To UAE: What Will Being A Major Security Partner Mean
F-35 Sales To UAE: What Will Being A Major Security Partner Mean

U.S.-UAE relations witnessed big leaps under Trump. Will ties remain as strong under Biden and see F-35 deal executed?

Persian Gulf Buildup By US, Israel Worries Region: ‘A Perfect Storm?’

Persian Gulf Buildup By US, Israel Worries Region: ‘A Perfect Storm?’
Persian Gulf Buildup By US, Israel Worries Region: ‘A Perfect Storm?’

Concerns of an imminent confrontation that could take place in the Mideast before Trump exits the White House next January 20 are increasing.

Iran Missile Upgrades Complicate GCC Defense Efforts

Iran Missile Upgrades Complicate GCC Defense Efforts
Iran Missile Upgrades Complicate GCC Defense Efforts

Arab Gulf States must improve ISR, EW capabilities and extend their early warning range and enhance systems’ integration to counter Iran’s ballistic missile threat

F-35, Reaper Sale To UAE Draws Fire In Senate, Fuels Concern Over Libya

F-35, Reaper Sale To UAE Draws Fire In Senate, Fuels Concern Over Libya
F-35, Reaper Sale To UAE Draws Fire In Senate, Fuels Concern Over Libya

With the UAE turning to China for armed drones, policymakers in the Trump administration worry about Beijing’s efforts to gain influence in the Middle East.

Israel-UAE Normalization Takes Big Leaps; Process Remains Fragile

Israel-UAE Normalization Takes Big Leaps; Process Remains Fragile
Israel-UAE Normalization Takes Big Leaps; Process Remains Fragile

As the UAE and Israel make big progress in normalizing relations, analysts warn of actions that include obstructing the sale of the F-35 fighters to the UAE, that could derail the entire Abraham Accords, which might change the region’s political landscape

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