Plane with 100 on board crashes at Kazakhstan’s Almaty airport

A Plane With 100 passengers onboard the Bek Air flight, seven have been confirmed as dead as firefighters rush to uncover any survivors among the plane’s debris.

Plane crashes in Kazakhstan shortly after takeoff, at least 15 Plane crashes in Kazakhstan shortly after takeoff, at least 15 dead

The passenger plane crashed just moments after take off from Almaty airport in Kazakhstan.

Bek Air flight 2100 disappeared from radar at 7.05am local time.

Pictures show the plane in a wreck, strewn across a piece of land near the capital, its nose end slumped against a dilapidated brick wall.

Some 95 onboard the plane were passengers, while five were flight staff.

According to preliminary reports, there are survivors with emergency services rushing to the scene.

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Initial reports say the plane crashed in the Talgar region, although the airport press office say the plane came down near the aiport.
News courtesy : express.uk

Egypt has signed an agreement with China to purchase J-10C fighter jets

Egypt has become the second country, after Pakistan, to order China’s Chengdu J-10C “Vigorous Dragon” fighter jets, marking a significant shift in its military strategy.

The announcement, made during the inaugural Egypt International Air Show from September 3 to 5 at El Alamein International Airport, reveals Egypt’s intent to replace its aging fleet of U.S. F-16s.

The J-10C, a highly capable 4.5-generation multi-role fighter jet, was showcased by China for the first time on African soil during the air show. It features advanced air-to-air and air-to-ground weaponry, making it a formidable alternative to Egypt’s current fleet.

Known for its air superiority missions, the J-10C has often been compared to the American F-16, which has been the backbone of the Egyptian Air Force since the 1980s.

However, with Egypt’s F-16s now considered outdated against modern air defense systems, the decision to transition to the Chinese fighters underscores a major upgrade in Egypt’s combat capabilities.

This move not only signals Egypt’s intent to reduce its reliance on U.S. defense systems but also reflects a broader shift in its international alliances.

Despite a long-standing defense relationship with the U.S., evidenced by a recent acquisition of C-130J Hercules transport aircraft through the U.S. Foreign Military Sales program, Egypt is clearly looking eastward.

The decision comes amid growing concerns over U.S. policies in the Middle East, including its stance on Israeli operations in Gaza, which may have influenced Cairo’s pivot to Chinese military technology.

China’s increasing presence in the Middle East and North Africa is bolstered by such deals, as Beijing continues to expand its influence through military cooperation and economic partnerships, particularly in energy imports.

The Egypt International Air Show provided a platform for showcasing this growing military-industrial relationship.