Interview
Inside WDS 2026: Mansour Al-Babtian on Innovation, Localization, and Global Defense Partnerships
As Saudi Arabia accelerates its ambitious defense transformation under Vision 2030, the World Defense Show (WDS) has emerged as a […]
Saudi Arabia
Defense Companies
Exclusive interview with Mr. Sung Il: Hanwha Aerospace’s Plan to Make the Middle East a Global Defense Hub
Defense Arabia had the privilege of conducting an exclusive interview with Mr. Sung Il, President for the Middle East and […]
Defense Companies
LIG Nex1 Expands Middle East Presence with New Saudi Office
South Korean defense manufacturer LIG Nex1 has opened a new, larger office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as it seeks to […]
Exhibitions
Under The Patronage of The Custodian of The Two Holy Mosques, The General Authority for Military Industries Announces The Return of World Defense Show in February 2026
Under the esteemed patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and on behalf […]
Analysis
Geopolitical Integration Between Egypt and Saudi Arabia: A Strategic Imperative Amid Regional Turbulence
By Col (Ret.) Zafer Mourad Strategic Affairs Analyst As the MENA region continues to face an array of escalating threats—from […]
Defense Companies
Saudi Arabia Advances Military Localization with First THAAD Unit Graduation
The Saudi Ministry of Defense has announced the graduation of the first unit of national personnel specialized in operating and […]
Analysis
Lessons from Iran vs. Israel for Saudi Arabia and Other Middle Eastern Countries
Patricia Marins Israel has demonstrated to the world not only its military might but also the power of tactical actions […]
BAE Systems
BAE Systems Arabian Industries: Fueling Saudi Defense Self-Sufficiency
Saudi Arabia is significantly advancing its domestic defense manufacturing capabilities with the establishment of BAE Systems Arabian Industries. This new […]
Regional News
US, Saudi Arabia ink historic $142 billion arms deal during Donald Trump’s Riyadh visit
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a massive arms deal, amounting to nearly $142 billion, an agreement being called by […]
Air Force
US gives initial approval for $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia before Trump’s planned visit
The United States has given initial approval for a potential $3.5 billion sale of air-to-air missiles to Saudi Arabia, an […]