Thai air force announces Gripen selection
BANGKOK (Agencies): The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has announced that it has chosen the acquisition of the Saab JAS 39 Gripen E/F over the Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70/72.…
Saab Delivers 9th Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C Aircraft to Pakistan
Islamabad (Agencies): Saab, the Swedish aerospace and defense company, has delivered the last of the ordered Saab 2000 Erieye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to Pakistan. The delivery…
3 Swedish nationals receive death penalty in Iraq
Baghdad (Agencies): The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs revealed on Thursday that three Swedish nationals received the death penalty for engaging in shootings in Iraq. A fourth Swedish citizen may…
As Sweden Bids Farewell to the SK 60, a Legacy of Training and Service Remains
STOCKHOLM (Agencies): The iconic Saab SK 60, a high-wing, twinjet trainer aircraft, is set to retire from active service with the Swedish Air Force (SwAF), marking the end of an…
UAE Inaugurates GlobalEye Early Warning Aircraft
DAUBI (Agencies): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defence (MoD) held a reception ceremony for an early warning aircraft at Al-Dhafra Air Base on 24 April. Major General Ibrahim…
Quran Desecration Incident Reported in Sweden
Stockholm (Agencies): A woman, professing to be a Christian activist, has reportedly staged a Quran-burning protest in Stockholm, Sweden. The incident, which took place on April 26, was reported by…
Saab Initiates Construction of Carl-Gustaf Manufacturing Facility in India
Stockholm (India): Swedish defence company, Saab, has recently initiated the construction of a new manufacturing facility in India. This facility, dedicated to the production of Carl-Gustaf, was announced by Saab…
‘War could come to Sweden’ – defense minister
STOCKHOLM (Agencies): Swedish officials have warned their citizens to prepare for a potential war with Russia, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. The statements were made at the Folk…