Just days after signing up for China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Colombia has reportedly been pitched China’s J-10C fighter jets. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is China’s strongest link to the Latin American region, which the United States considers its backyard. Last week, Colombia became the 23rd Latin American country to join the […]
Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Tuesday that nuclear talks with the United States were unlikely to yield any results, amid a diplomatic standoff over the Islamic republic’s enrichment activities. “We don’t think it will lead to any outcome. We don’t know what will happen,” said Khamenei during a speech, adding that denying
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According to senior officials within the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), China has moved to accelerate the handover of the Shenyang Aircraft Corporation’s fifth-generation platform by six months—a timeline shift widely interpreted as a response to growing regional tensions and a desire to reinforce Pakistan’s aerial deterrent posture. (DEFENCE SECURITY ASIA) — In a move that
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Even though the deal never materialized, it remains a striking example of how the West overlooked early signs of a growing military axis between Moscow and Beijing — one that could reshape the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific Between 2013 and as late as 2021, both russian and Chinese media floated reports that China
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways A medical emergency and one ill-timed bathroom break combined to create what could have been a disaster for 200 passengers traveling from Spain
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Premier Sharif visits PAF’s operational base in Kamra, reaffirms resolve to defend Pakistan’s sovereignty. On May 15, COAS General Asim Muneer, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at PAF base Kamra. Photo: ISPR Listen to article ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the Pakistan Air Force’s operational performance, confirming the downing of a
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The J-10 fighter jet, China’s latest fourth-generation multirole aircraft, is rapidly emerging as a competitor to the U.S.-built F-16. Unlike the Cold War-era F-16, which for decades symbolized American geopolitical influence across dozens of air forces from Iraq to Taiwan, China promotes the J-10 as part of a broader strategy that prioritizes system-wide integration over platform-centric upgrades. According to Chinese defense analysts, the J-10 does not simply replicate the performance envelope of advanced Western fighters like the F-16V in areas such as radar detection, beyond-visual-range engagement, and avionics integration. Instead, it represents an alternative military philosophy, emphasizing indigenous autonomy from Western logistics chains and command structures. – ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOW – Pakistan’s decision to acquire the J-10 underscores this shift. With U.S. restrictions on F-16 upgrades and a strategic turn toward supplying India with the exclusive F-21 variant, Islamabad viewed Beijing’s offer as both technically competitive and politically acceptable. Unlike conventional arms sales where the aircraft is the central product and support systems are ancillary, the J-10 is delivered as a complete package—including integrated command and control systems, missile suites, and electronic warfare components. This model allows for faster operational readiness and reduces reliance on U.S.-led intelligence and maintenance ecosystems. It is less about selling hardware and more about deploying a combat-ready solution tailored to local needs. More importantly, it signals a redefinition of what constitutes a modern air force. While Western doctrine often assumes a prolonged institutional buildup over a decade or more, China’s offering proposes a leapfrogging approach—especially when paired with platforms like the JF-17 Block III. Together, they form a modular, scalable airpower solution accessible to mid-tier militaries. Currently, the J-10C is not merely a successful export. It is China’s challenge to Western dominance in airpower standards—and a deliberate attempt to rewrite the operational playbook. If you would like to show your support for what we are doing, here’s where to do it. If you wish to report grammatical or factual errors within our news articles, you can let us know by using the online feedback form. DATE
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Missile reportedly weighs around 900 kilograms and is designed to be launched from high-altitude platforms like JF-17 ISLAMABAD: “DON’T YOU DARE RADIATE”, said the aviation patch worn by our PAF Pilots who were assigned to destroy India’s Air Defense System S400. The patch further said, “THUNDER SEAD- (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses)”. “It’s not only
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Pakistan’s Director General Military Operations (DGMO) Major General Kashif Abdullah and his Indian counterpart Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai on Monday held the first round of talks via hotline after the recent ceasefire between the two countries in the wake of a military conflict. Saturday’s ceasefire, announced by US President Donald Trump, followed four days of intense
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