Defense alliances stories

Oct 29, 2026

US and Japan agree to establish joint missile production facility

The United States and Japan have agreed to establish a facility in Japan for joint production of advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles, marking a significant defense cooperation milestone.

Oct 29, 20265 sources

Aug 31, 2026

Sweden signs €4.3 billion deal with France for four Naval Group frigates

Sweden officially signed a €4.3 billion contract with France for Naval Group to supply four frigates, marking a significant expansion of the Nordic nation's maritime defenses as it takes a more active role in NATO operations. President Emmanuel Macron attended the signing ceremony in Sweden.

Aug 31, 20265 sources

Aug 7, 2026

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign mutual defence pact amid escalating Middle East conflict

The three nations signed the 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement' establishing that an armed attack on one signatory would be considered an attack on all, as regional tensions intensify with the ongoing US-Iran war. Turkey clarified the pact does not contradict its NATO commitments.

Aug 7, 20269 sources