Weapons

Last Soviet leader expresses hope over possible extension of the New START treaty but warns much more still to be done.

From the use of armed drones to social media blackouts, the past year has been one of firsts for warfare.

Critics slam reported munitions deal in final weeks of Donald Trump’s presidency as ‘outrageous’ and...

Turkey condemns US move, calling it a ‘grave mistake’ and threatens to retaliate as necessary.

Reuters News Agency says proposed arms sale to Morocco includes four US-made drones and precision-guided munitions.

US to go ahead with sale of $23bn in advanced fighter jets and drones to the United Arab Emirates.

Opponents of $23bn deal for F-35s, Reaper drones fail to muster enough votes to block the sale.

The expected veto threat cites the importance of the sales to US foreign policy and national security objectives.

Senators worry the $23bn weapons sale could alter the balance of power in the Middle East.

Senator Roy Blunt, a top Trump ally, predicts Congress will not block F-35 sale to Gulf state in a vote this month.

Groups raise concern about the UAE’s role in Libya, Yemen conflicts in attempt to halt $23bn in arms sales.

Mortar rounds and assault weapons seized in Kassala state as fighting rages in neighbouring Ethiopia.

Tehran beefs up its naval forces, adding more advanced ships and submarines amid tension in the Gulf.

The Trump administration is trying to secure a $23bn arms sale in advanced weapons systems to the United Arab Emirates.