Operation Epic Fury: US Strikes 90+ Targets on Kharg Island as Iran Retaliates Across the Middle East

The United States struck over 90 Iranian military sites on Kharg Island on 13 March 2026 as part of Operation Epic Fury, destroying naval mine storage facilities, missile bunkers, and other military infrastructure while deliberately sparing oil installations. US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper confirmed that US forces had flown over 6,000 combat … Read more

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March 17, 2026
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Red Sea Crisis Exposes Western Naval Gaps as Asymmetric Threats Converge on the Strait of Hormuz

Western navy chiefs have warned that the Red Sea crisis has exposed critical readiness gaps against asymmetric threats, including ballistic missiles, drones, uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), and waterborne improvised explosive devices (WBIEDs), according to a Naval News report. Operations under the US-led Prosperity Guardian and EU-led Aspides missions have reinforced the message that navies can … Read more

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March 17, 2026
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Baykar Unveils K2 Long-Range Kamikaze Drone with AI-Driven Swarm Capability

Baykar unveiled its K2 long-range kamikaze unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on 14 March, adding a dedicated loitering munition to the Turkish manufacturer’s expanding product line-up. The K2 was revealed through a promotional video following multi-sortie test flights conducted over the Saros Gulf from Baykar’s Flight Training and Test Centre in Keşan, Edirne Province. During the … Read more

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March 16, 2026
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Market Retrospective: The Pakistan Air Force’s Drone Program Circa 2007 to 2026

Between 2007 and 2026, the Pakistan Air Force built one of South Asia’s most diversified unmanned fleets – spanning Chinese, Turkish, and domestically produced platforms. This market intelligence brief examines the supply-side constraints, vendor dynamics, and institutional procurement preferences that shaped the PAF’s drone posture through 2026.

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March 15, 2026
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Pentagon and Gulf States Turn to Ukraine’s $2,500 Drone Interceptors as Patriot Stocks Get Strained

The Pentagon and Gulf states are in talks to buy Ukrainian interceptor drones to counter Iranian Shaheds after burning through 800+ Patriot missiles in days. Ukraine’s $2,500 interceptors offer a combat-proven, scalable alternative to multi-million-dollar SAM interceptors.

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March 10, 2026
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Hormuz in the Crosshairs: How Pakistan is Shielding Its Trade from the US-Iran War

The Pakistan Navy (PN) launched Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr on 9 March 2026 to escort Pakistani merchant vessels and protect the country’s sea lines of communication (SLOCs) amid the ongoing disruption to the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the PN is conducting escort operations in close coordination with the Pakistan National Shipping … Read more

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March 10, 2026
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Analysis: How the U.S.-Iran War Will Impact China

–– The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran – which began on 28 February 2026 – have effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz, causing energy insecurity for the majority of Asia, notably China, India, South Korea, and Japan. However, this current conflict could pose a strategic challenge to China, which has arguably been losing key sources … Read more

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March 9, 2026
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The Iran War Tests ‘Look West’ – and May Prove It Right

–– The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has put the Gulf states under direct military attack for the first time in a generation. For Pakistan, the immediate consequences are being felt, given its 99% dependence on LNG imports from Qatar and the UAE, stranded tankers, grid instability, and an export sector warning of serious damage. However, … Read more

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March 9, 2026
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US Deploys Two Carrier Strike Groups to Middle East as Operation Epic Fury Escalates

The United States has deployed two aircraft carrier strike groups to the Middle East as part of Operation Epic Fury – its ongoing air and naval campaign against Iran – with a third carrier preparing to sail. Total US naval presence in the region now exceeds 30 warships, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). CENTCOM … Read more

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March 9, 2026
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