Awad Mustafa
Awad Mustafa was a Middle East and Africa correspondent for Defense News.
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Jordan asks US to deploy Patriot air defense systems
Jordan's military has also responded to allegations that U.S. aircraft were using local air bases to supply Israel with equipment and ammunition.
Gulf Observers: Low Expectations For Obama's GCC Summit
As US President Barack Obama visits with Gulf nations with week, expectations for concrete solutions to regional security issues remain low among experts.
Maritime Exercise Focuses On Nonstate Actors
Houthi rebels in Yemen are considered as a potential threat to international maritime security at the largest maritime exercise in the world.
US Navy Patrol Boat Mark VI Debuts in Arabian Gulf
The US Navy's latest patrol boat, the Mark VI, has made its operational debut in the Arabian Gulf this month.
Sen. Ben Cardin: Decision May Come Soon on F-15 Sale to Qatar
According to the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, a decision on Qatar's purchase of 73 F-15 Silent Eagles may come soon.
Qatar, France Complete Dassault Rafale Fighter Jet Deal
France and Qatar completed the deal for 24 Dassault Rafale fighter jets at the opening day of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference.
State: $33 Billion in GCC Weapon Sales in 11 Months
The State Department has facilitated $33 billion worth of weapons sales to its Arab Gulf allies since May 2015.
Jordan Says It Knew of Russian Drawdown Plan in Syria
Despite Gulf Cooperation Council states remaining silent about Russia's unexpected drawdown from Syria, their staunch ally Jordan has stated that their government has known about President Putin's plans.
UAE Mirage Fighter Jet Crashes Over Yemen
A United Arab Emirates fighter jet has gone missing over Yemen during a combat operation in the early hours of Monday morning
Boeing, Paramount To Weaponize S. African Recon Plane
Boeing and Paramount Group will jointly weaponize and integrate Boeing mission systems for Mwari light aircraft.
