Tom Kington
Tom Kington is the Italy correspondent for Defense News.
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Italy turns away Middle East-bound US military aircraft from Sicily stopover
Use of the Sigonella air base for the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran falls outside of the scope of agreements, requiring parliamentary approval in Rome.
Leonardo-Finmeccanica Launches New Dual Role M-346FT
The M-346 jet trainer will be able to switch from training pilots to handling combat operations.
Aero Vodochody Takes Off With Ex-Alenia Boss at Helm
Aero Vodochody's new L-39 Next Generation trainer will be presented at the Farnborough International Airshow this week.
Italy's M-345 Fighter Trainer Slated for Contract This Year
The M-345 HET, the latest jet trainer to be developed by Italy’s Leonardo-Finmeccanica, will be acquired by the Italian Air Force this year once the Italian government releases initial development funding.
MBDA Signs €1B Missile Deal With Qatar
MBDA has signed a deal worth more than €1 billion to supply Qatar with missiles for new naval vessels it is buying from Italy.
Italy Reveals Innovations on New Naval Vessels
The Italian Navy has released fresh details about its seven new, multifunctional ships.
Qatar to Sign Agreement to Buy Italian Corvettes, Missile Boats
Qatar is expected to sign a letter of agreement with Italy on Thursday for the planned purchase of four corvettes and a support vessel from Italian shipyard Fincantieri.
Italy Weighs Its Options on Missile Defense
With the release of final funding this year, Italy is due to achieve a minimum capability with its MEADS antimissile system, capping a long and sometimes fraught development program.
Italian Radar To Equip US Navy's Fire Scout Drones
The US Naval Air Systems Command will acquire the new Osprey radar, produced by Leonardo-Finmeccanica's Airborne and Space Systems Division.
Room for New Italian Defense Programs Despite Spending Dip in 2016
The spending trend, which looks set to continue for the next two years, runs contrary to a Europe-wide hike in defense spending currently underway.
