Feb 28, 2003

TEL AVIV [MENL] -- India and Israel have presented an advanced lighthelicopter developed in a joint venture.The helicopter, presented at the 2003 Aero India exhibition, combines anIndian platform with Israeli avionics.

Feb 28, 2003

ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Despite threats from Iran and Iraq, Gulf Arab states areexpected to vastly reduce defense spending over the next decade.Defense analysts said the Gulf Cooperation Council could spend $50billion over the next decade.

Feb 26, 2003

CAIRO [MENL] -- Egypt has raised its security alert amid massive anti-U.S.rallies in cities around the country.

Feb 24, 2003

CAIRO [MENL] -- Egypt plans to host a major security exhibition.