Analysis & Reports

The UAE has announced the withdrawal of its counter-terrorism personnel from Yemen while reaffirming its support for the security and stability of Saudi Arabia.

Iran's Foreign Minister has declared that Iran will not give up its peaceful nuclear technology.

Boeing has won an $8.58 billion deal to manufacture F-15IA fighter jets for Israel.

Iran's leader has stated that the country is engaged in a full-fledged war with the United States, Israel, and Europe, indicating a significant escalation in military and diplomatic tensions.

The report reviews Israel's military strategies and technologies, particularly focusing on the multi-front war, lasers, and unmanned systems as of 2025.

The report outlines significant military activities and defense developments in the Middle East during 2025, including military strikes between Israel and Iran, Turkey's investment in air defense systems, and Saudi Arabia's potential drone purchases. It highlights the growing defense industry in the region, with nine firms making it to SIPRI’s Top 100 arms producers list.

A Pentagon inspector general report revealed that significant portions of the $13.4 billion military aid to Israel were not properly tracked, with only 44% of defense articles monitored. This oversight, attributed to staffing constraints and operational changes, raises concerns about sensitive U.S. weapons technology potentially falling into the hands of adversaries.

EDGE Group, the UAE's defense conglomerate, announced new partnerships and ambitions for global expansion at the Dubai Airshow, including a satellite constellation.

On November 26, extremist militias launched drones and rockets at the Khor Mor gas field in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, threatening the democratic values of the Kurdish people. The U.S. has supported Kurdistan with significant investments and military cooperation, and there is a call for further action to protect against these extremist attacks.