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A United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after take-off from Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert on 15 June 2026, killing all eight people on board.The victims included military personnel, government civilians, and contractors, with Boeing confirming two of its employees were among the dead. The crash occurred during a radar modernisation test mission and was
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has hailed the memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington as the culmination of months of negotiations and sustained diplomatic engagement, describing it as a potential source of national pride.In a message posted on X, Pezeshkian emphasised that the draft agreement was the product of persistent dialogue and follow-ups, and if implemented in
US President Donald Trump has declared that Iran has formally agreed never to possess nuclear weapons, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. He dismissed reports that the United States would provide $300 million to Iran under the agreement, calling them “fake news” and attributing the claim to political opponents. In a post on Truth Social,
GE XA100 Adaptive Cycle Turbofan EngineIndia’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) is moving decisively beyond the AMCA engine program by exploring advanced three‑stream adaptive cycle propulsion, a technology that will be indispensable for sixth‑generation fighters and unmanned combat platforms.This approach ensures India is not only addressing immediate needs but also preparing for the
The announcement of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran has brought a temporary halt to hostilities in West Asia, but the most challenging phase of negotiations is only beginning.After more than three months of fighting that destabilised global energy supplies, unsettled financial markets and threatened to escalate into a wider regional conflict, both sides have now agreed to a
America’s F-35 program is facing a crisis: a new government report shows that only 25% of jets are fully mission capable, with readiness rates falling sharply despite $1.6 trillion in lifetime costs, as stated in a a report by Hindustan Times.The Pentagon has launched a $13.7 billion recovery plan, but risks remain high as China’s J-20 fleet expands rapidly.The F-35 Lightning-II, hailed as the
India’s Arudhra radar has demonstrated simulated capability to track an F‑35 stealth fighter, though this remains a computer‑based test rather than proven live detection. While the radar’s specifications suggest it could detect low‑observable aircraft under certain conditions, operational validation against an actual F‑35 has not yet taken place.The Arudhra is a 4D multi‑function phased‑array
A US Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet crashed near Rimrock Lake in Washington state during a routine training mission, sparking a wildfire now referred to as the Pine Tree Fire.The pilot ejected safely, sustaining only minor injuries, and was taken to hospital for evaluation. Firefighting crews continue to battle the blaze in rugged terrain.The incident occurred around midday on 13 June 2026,
Iran has confirmed a peace deal with the United States, marking the end of months of conflict in West Asia.The agreement includes lifting the US naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, releasing billions in frozen Iranian assets, and a 60‑day negotiation period to finalise a comprehensive settlement. The official signing ceremony is scheduled for 19 June 2026 in Switzerland.Iran’s Deputy Foreign
A skydiving aircraft crashed shortly after take-off from Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri on 14 June 2026, killing all 12 people on board — 11 skydivers and the pilot.The Pacific Aerospace P750XL, operated by Skydive Kansas City, went down in a nearby field and burst into flames. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has taken charge of the investigation.The tragic incident occurred