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.
Finmeccanica CEO Continues Leadership Overhaul
The shedding of senior management at Italy’s Finmeccanica proceeds apace,
UAE Military MRO Companies Seek Broader Market
UAE-based military MRO and logistics companies are looking to expand their reach beyond the local market
UAE's Operational Success Credited to Joint Logistics Model
In less than 10 years, the United Arab Emirates has expanded its projection capabilities exponentially through a public-private partnership program and reinventing its military logistics model.
Israel's Angst Over Qatar Sale Could End Boeing’s F-15 Line
Israel’s opposition to Qatar buying F-15SE Silent Eagles could close Boeing’s venerable F-15 production line in Missouri
Saudi Arabia Cancels $3B Aid to Lebanon; French Weapons Deal Held
Saudi Arabia has suspended a $3 billion aid package to the Lebanese Army to buy French weapons, according to statement by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Syria: 'Quicksand' for Saudi Forces?
As the United States receives commitments from Gulf Arab allies to contribute more to a coalition campaign in Syria, doubts remain because of their ongoing military involvement in Yemen.
Saudi, Turkish Forces Prep for Potential Air, Land Invasion of Syria
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said Feb. 13 that Turkey and Saudi Arabia may join forces for ground operations against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant group (ISIL) in Syria.
Kuwait Audit Bureau Must Approve Eurofighter Deal
Finmeccanica and Eurofighter have to present cost breakdowns to Kuwaiti auditors before finalizing a deal for 28 fighter jets
Russia and UAE Discuss Terrorism in Libya and Intelligence Ties
Russian and United Arab Emirates officials discussed the compounding issues in Libya and the enhancement of their military and intelligence ties during a visit to the UAE by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
