Fighter jets

Chinese intelligence firm publishes photos of US F-22s deployed at Israeli air base

Additionally, transport planes, refueling planes, and a passenger plane have been seen arriving at the Uvda Air Force Base.

Photo released by Chinese intelligence company MizarVision confirming deployment of American F-22 fighter jets at an Israeli air base.
A Turkish F-16 pictured in May 2023; illustrative.

Turkish F-16 crashes during training flight in western Turkey, pilot killed

 A 5th-generation F-35 lands at RAF Lakenheath, in Mildenhall, England, January 7, 2026

US ambassador urges Portugal to purchase F-35 stealth jets

Satellite image shows F-15E, A-10 Thunderbolt, and C-130 Hercules at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, in Al Azraq, Jordan, February 2, 2026.

US moves dozens of F-35, F-15 fighter jets to Jordanian airbase - report


Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says

The Chinese J-15 jets involved in the two incidents were launched from China's Liaoning aircraft carrier, which was maneuvering south of the Okinawan islands along with three missile destroyers.

J-10 fighter jets of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force's Bayi aerobatic team release colored smoke during a flypast rehearsal ahead of military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, in Beijing, China August 24, 2025.

IAF pilots reveal rapid approvals, zero-mistake hit on Hezbollah military chief Ali Tabatabai

An IAF combat pilot from the targeted-killings team reveals the intel break, rapid approvals, and two-floor precision strike that killed Hezbollah chief of staff Haytham Ali Tabatabai in Beirut.

Haytham Ali Tabatabai.

India's home-built Tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai air show

India's Tejas fighter jet crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show, exploding in a ball of fire. This is the second crash of the GE-powered jet.

Visitors stand next to a prototype of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), India's most advanced stealth fighter jet, at the "Aero India 2025" air show at Yelahanka air base in Bengaluru, India, February 11, 2025.

UK accuses Russian spy ship of directing lasers at British pilots, threatens military response

British defense minister John Healey said directing lasers at RAF pilots was "deeply dangerous" and Britain was poised to react depending on the Yantar's next move.

An image of the Russian spy ship Yantar which is operating off the northern coast of Scotland, taken November 19, 2025

US agrees to sell F-35s, 300 tanks to Saudi Arabia in major defense deal

The two countries also signed a joint declaration on the completion of negotiations on civil nuclear energy cooperation.

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman shakes hands with U.S. President Donald Trump as he arrives for a dinner hosted at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 18, 2025.

Trump’s push to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia is dangerous and Congress must stop it - opinion

The question is not whether the Saudis are friendly today, but whether the United States can trust any autocratic regime with advanced weapon systems.

A F-35 jet lands on the runway of the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) military exercises about 100 miles south of Oahu, Hawaii, US July 19, 2024.

Trump unlikely to approve F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, but could still change mind - report

The potential sale of the fighter jets to Saudi Arabia had raised concerns about Israel's ability to maintain its qualitative military edge in the region.

Israeli Air Force F-35s seen arriving to an Israeli base, on March 15, 2025

Saudi Arabia may join Abraham Accords 'very shortly,' Trump tells reporters

The US President also discussed a possible deal to supply Saudi Arabia with dozens of F-35 fighter jets ahead of an upcoming White House meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman meets with US President Donald Trump, at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019.

US approves potential $330 million military sale to Taiwan, first under Trump

The US greenlighted a $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, marking a significant step in its support for Taiwan amid China’s objections.

An IDF (Ching-Kuo Fighter) jet takes off, as Taiwan's military demonstrates combat readiness ahead of upcoming Lunar New Year holidays in an annual exercises in Taichung, Taiwan January 7, 2025; illustrative.

Palestinian NGO cannot appeal UK court ruling over F-35 parts to Israel

The UK Court of Appeal ruled that the export of F-35 components was a matter of national security for which the government, not an NGO, was responsible.

Protesters walk towards the corporate offices of Lockheed Martin, as they take part in a march and rally organised by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, highlighting British companies' involvement in manufacturing F-35 fighter jets used in Gaza, and demanding an arms embargo on Israel.