Citing information published on June 4, 2025, by Yabiladi, a Moroccan digital news platform, the first shipment of U.S.-manufactured M-ATV (MRAP All-Terrain Vehicles) for the Moroccan Armed Forces arrived at the port of Casablanca on June 3, 2025. This delivery represents a key milestone in the modernization of Morocco’s tactical vehicle fleet, enhancing the mobility […]
Somalia; Turkey delivers initial batch of 3 T.129 attack helicopters
On June 5, 2025, Turkish Aerospace Industries delivered three T129 ATAK attack helicopters to the Somali Armed Forces, marking a milestone in Ankara–Mogadishu defence cooperation. The aircraft are the first combat helicopters ever fielded by Somalia and arrive via a new defence pact that has made Türkiye the Horn nation’s principal security partner since 2017. […]
Algeria; S-400 SAM deployed in live fire exercise
As reported by Clash Report on May 30, 2025, during the tactical live-fire exercise “Al-Sumoud 2025,” the Algerian People’s National Army officially showed for the first time the operational deployment of the Russian-made S-400 Triumf surface-to-air missile system. The system was visibly integrated into the exercise, with launcher and radar components employed in the scenarios […]
Libya; LNA Army unveils BM-30 Smerch 300mm rocket launchers.
The Libyan National Army (LNA) publicly unveiled Russian-supplied BM-30 Smerch 300mm multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) during a military parade in Benghazi. Marking the 11th anniversary of Operation Al-Karama, a campaign launched in 2014 by the LNA against Islamist factions in eastern Libya, this parade included several armored vehicles, air defense systems, and artillery units […]
Egypt; Air Force shows interest in the Chinese J-35 stealth fighter
During the recent China-Egypt joint air drills, Eagles of Civilization 2025, held between April and May at Wadi Abu Rish Air Base, non-official sources reported that the Commander of the Egyptian Air Force, Lieutenant General Mahmoud Fuad Abdel Gawad, expressed a strong interest in China’s J-35 stealth fighter. While this information has not been officially […]
Libya; Armed clashes erupts again in Tripoli
Violent clashes between rival armed groups rocked the Libyan capital, Tripoli, on Monday night, with media reporting that the leader of an armed faction was killed. AFP reporters heard heavy arms fire and explosions in several areas of the capital from 9:00 pm (19:00 GMT), and authorities urged residents to stay indoors. Libyan television channel […]
Burkina; Stronger military ties sought with Russia
Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traore on Saturday called for deeper military and scientific links with Russia while on a visit to Moscow. The head of the African nation’s military-dominated government and President Vladimir Putin held a meeting at the Kremlin, a day after they attended a Red Square parade with other international leaders. “Despite all […]
Chad; UAE gifts Chinese FK-2000 mobile SAMS to the army
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has transferred a pair of Chinese-made FK-2000 short-range air defense systems to Chad. The delivery is part of the UAE’s ongoing military support for the African country. It includes 64 missiles and 6,000 rounds of 30 mm ammunition, according to Military Africa. FK-2000 Developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry […]
Algeria; Navy orders three AW159 Wildcat helicopters from Italy
Algeria signed a contract with Leonardo for the delivery of three AW159 Wildcat helicopters, with deliveries expected to conclude by 2027. These helicopters are likely set to be deployed aboard Algeria’s new Adhafer-class corvettes, built in China by CSSC, to enhance the Algerian Navy’s capabilities in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW). According to […]
Morocco; MoD orders 600 Stinger MANPADS from US
The United States on Tuesday announced the approval of an $825 million sale of up to 600 Stinger anti-air missiles and related equipment to Morocco. “The proposed sale will improve Morocco’s capability to meet current and future threats. Morocco intends to use these defense articles and services to modernize its armed forces and expand its […]