Russia, Egypt nearing $3bn arms deal: report

[Frogman]

This is great news, I was not aware of this information.

Nor were any Egyptians until a few years ago. The Egyptian Armed Forces has a backward policy towards media, that's why there isn't as much information or even high quality photos of out forces on the internet or elsewhere for that matter.

My second question is if the engines are overhauled or not ? and if any parts are manufactured locally for the same ?

I'll try find you a video on this, but yes to both questions. The video is buried somewhere on IranDefense.

 

[Sinnerman108]

Nor were any Egyptians until a few years ago. The Egyptian Armed Forces has a backward policy towards media, that's why there isn't as much information or even high quality photos of out forces on the internet or elsewhere for that matter.



I'll try find you a video on this, but yes to both questions. The video is buried somewhere on IranDefense.

Again, these are very encouraging news.
@Oscar
If such capability is present in bits and pieces, why can't we leverage it in PAC for RD-93s ?

 

[Yzd Khalifa]

Is this the deal in which Saudi Arabia pitched in?

Evidence?

 

[agentny17]

Russian military delegation arrives in Egypt

A Russian military delegation arrived in the Egyptian capital Cairo on Monday, Cairo International Airport sources said.
The delegation is headed up by a top Russian air defense commander, added the source.
Details regarding the delegation's agenda in Egypt, however, remain unclear.
It is the second Russian military delegation to visit Egypt this month.
A high-level Russian military delegation led by Russian Air Force Commander Viktor Bondarev arrived in Cairo last week for an unannounced visit.
Bondarev's visit came only a few days after Egyptian army chief Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi visited Moscow, where he and Russian officials agreed to bolster bilateral military cooperation.

Russian military delegation arrives in Egypt | Middle East | Worldbulletin News

 

[Dino R.]

MiG-31 never were sell and was not supplied ouside USSR. These must have been the new MiG-29.

MiG-31 never were sell and was not supplied ouside USSR. These must have been the new MiG-29.

Syria did sign an order for 8 Mig-31Es with Russia but delivery was suspended in 2009 probably due to Israeli pressure. And Russia does offer the Mig-31 for export and it the late 2000s they marketed the Mig-31E heavily in international airshows, but yes, no confirmed orders or deliveries beside the Syrian one that didn't go through.

 

[Frogman]

The Jewish Press » » Egypt Signing Unprecedented $3 Billion MIG-35 Deal with Russia

Egypt Signing Unprecedented $3 Billion MIG-35 Deal with Russia

By: Jewish Press Staff
Published: April 22nd, 2014

Ehud Ya’ari of Israel’s Channel 2 News reported on Tuesday night, that Egypt and Russia will be signing an unprecedented military agreement.

In this agreement between Cairo and Moscow, Egypt will receive 24 of Russia’s advanced Mikoyan MiG-35 fighter jets, along with military and strategic advisers, as well as training for the Egyptian Air Force.

The deal is worth $3 billion.

It follows in the footsteps of a $2 billion arms deal that Egypt signed with Russia in February, and was primarily funded by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

The deal itself has been in the works since November, as JewishPress.com reported when Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited Cairo and Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and developed in response to decreased US military aid to Egypt.

This deal is a major setback to US policy and diplomacy in the Middle East, and is a direct slap in the face for U.S. President Obama.

Egypt, Russia said close to deal for advanced jets
In potential shift of orientation away from US, Cairo said hosting delegation of advisers from Moscow to discuss MiG-35 purchase
BY TIMES OF ISRAEL STAFF AND AFP April 22, 2014, 10:39 p


Egypt is slated to sign a deal with Russia to purchase 24 advanced MiG-35 fighter jets, Israel’s Channel 2 news reported Tuesday, citing official sources in Moscow and Cairo.

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Ahead of the agreement for the sophisticated aircraft — not sold as of yet to any other country — a delegation of Russian advisers are currently in Cairo meeting with officials.

According to a February report of the deal, Egypt was prepared to buy a number of MiG-29 planes, as well as Mi-35 helicopters and other hardware, for over $3 billion. RIA Novosti listed Saudi Arabia and the UAE as funding the purchase.

It is not known when the planes would be sent to Egypt. The Russian Air Force is waiting on 100 new MiG 35s, which are expected to be delivered in 2016, according to a report in Jane’s Defence last week.

The sale to Egypt could be seen as a major blow to US President Barack Obama, who has fought charges of weakening US power in the face of Russian intervention in Ukraine. The Channel 2 analyst described it as a potential case of “Obama losing Egypt to Putin.”

The US, which sends over $3 billion in annual aid to Egypt as part of the Camp David peace accord with Israel, has supplied most of Egypt’s military hardware since 1979.

However, Washington has threatened to withhold some funding following a military coup that saw defense chief Abdel Fattah el-Sissi seize power from Islamist president Mohammed Morsi in July.

The country is scheduled to hold elections next month, with Sissi expected to cruise to victory.

The election has turned into a contest between the ex-army chief lauded by millions for ousting an Islamist government and a leftist who claims to represent the ideals of the 2011 uprising.

Sissi’s sole rival is Hamdeen Sabbahi, who came third in the 2012 election which Morsi won, and is seen by supporters as the only leader representing the aspirations of those who revolted against the dictatorship of Hosni Mubarak in 2011.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is a vocal supporter of Sissi, having endorsed his candidacy in February, before Sissi announced he would run.

RT : Mon , 21 /4/2014
Egypt considers buying Russian MiG-35

 

[Dino R.]

The Jewish Press » » Egypt Signing Unprecedented $3 Billion MIG-35 Deal with Russia

Egypt Signing Unprecedented $3 Billion MIG-35 Deal with Russia

By: Jewish Press Staff
Published: April 22nd, 2014

Ehud Ya’ari of Israel’s Channel 2 News reported on Tuesday night, that Egypt and Russia will be signing an unprecedented military agreement.

In this agreement between Cairo and Moscow, Egypt will receive 24 of Russia’s advanced Mikoyan MiG-35 fighter jets, along with military and strategic advisers, as well as training for the Egyptian Air Force.

The deal is worth $3 billion.

It follows in the footsteps of a $2 billion arms deal that Egypt signed with Russia in February, and was primarily funded by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

The deal itself has been in the works since November, as JewishPress.com reported when Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited Cairo and Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and developed in response to decreased US military aid to Egypt.

This deal is a major setback to US policy and diplomacy in the Middle East, and is a direct slap in the face for U.S. President Obama.

Egypt, Russia said close to deal for advanced jets
In potential shift of orientation away from US, Cairo said hosting delegation of advisers from Moscow to discuss MiG-35 purchase
BY TIMES OF ISRAEL STAFF AND AFP April 22, 2014, 10:39 p


Egypt is slated to sign a deal with Russia to purchase 24 advanced MiG-35 fighter jets, Israel’s Channel 2 news reported Tuesday, citing official sources in Moscow and Cairo.

Get The Times of Israel's Daily Edition by email
and never miss our top stories FREE SIGN UP!

Ahead of the agreement for the sophisticated aircraft — not sold as of yet to any other country — a delegation of Russian advisers are currently in Cairo meeting with officials.

According to a February report of the deal, Egypt was prepared to buy a number of MiG-29 planes, as well as Mi-35 helicopters and other hardware, for over $3 billion. RIA Novosti listed Saudi Arabia and the UAE as funding the purchase.

It is not known when the planes would be sent to Egypt. The Russian Air Force is waiting on 100 new MiG 35s, which are expected to be delivered in 2016, according to a report in Jane’s Defence last week.

The sale to Egypt could be seen as a major blow to US President Barack Obama, who has fought charges of weakening US power in the face of Russian intervention in Ukraine. The Channel 2 analyst described it as a potential case of “Obama losing Egypt to Putin.”

The US, which sends over $3 billion in annual aid to Egypt as part of the Camp David peace accord with Israel, has supplied most of Egypt’s military hardware since 1979.

However, Washington has threatened to withhold some funding following a military coup that saw defense chief Abdel Fattah el-Sissi seize power from Islamist president Mohammed Morsi in July.

The country is scheduled to hold elections next month, with Sissi expected to cruise to victory.

The election has turned into a contest between the ex-army chief lauded by millions for ousting an Islamist government and a leftist who claims to represent the ideals of the 2011 uprising.

Sissi’s sole rival is Hamdeen Sabbahi, who came third in the 2012 election which Morsi won, and is seen by supporters as the only leader representing the aspirations of those who revolted against the dictatorship of Hosni Mubarak in 2011.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is a vocal supporter of Sissi, having endorsed his candidacy in February, before Sissi announced he would run.

RT : Mon , 21 /4/2014
Egypt considers buying Russian MiG-35

Now that is some good news! The Mig-35 with its Zhuk-AE radar is a potent jet, the radar is top of the line in technology and capabilities, very good to hear, the EAF needed that for years.

 

[mahatir]

Now that is some good news! The Mig-35 with its Zhuk-AE radar is a potent jet, the radar is top of the line in technology and capabilities, very good to hear, the EAF needed that for years.

Can you explain difference between Mig-35 and SU-30

 

[Haitham]

Mig-35 will enter production phase in 2016...right???

 

[The SC]

Now that is some good news! The Mig-35 with its Zhuk-AE radar is a potent jet, the radar is top of the line in technology and capabilities, very good to hear, the EAF needed that for years.

Hope they did not confuse Mi-35 helicopters with MIG-35s, those are Jewish news, it can also be propaganda.
We've all heard about the MIG-29, that they mentioned later in the article, it is a contradiction that you should depict too.
I believe, Egypt will go for a custom made new MIG-29s, maybe very close to the MIG-35 in radar and other gear, and mostly because it is readily available, with an order of the MIg-35s when production starts. This will make more sense than the twisted article.

 

[Frogman]

Hope they did not confuse Mi-35 helicopters with MIG-35s, those are Jewish news, it can also be propaganda.
We've all heard about the MIG-29, that they mentioned later in the article, it is a contradiction that you should depict too.
I believe, Egypt will go for a custom made new MIG-29s, maybe very close to the MIG-35 in radar and other gear, and mostly because it is readily available, with an order of the MIg-35s when production starts. This will make more sense than the twisted article.

The reports are based on a statement made by the head of Mikoyan in which he stated the company is ready to export as many fighters as Egypt wants. There are also articles on RT about this.

 

[The SC]

JF-17 is not yet ready for export. Block 3 by 2016 is the earliest when JF-17 can be exported with integration of WS-13A engines. Once PAC ramps up JF-17 production to 25 per year, it would be able to supply both PAF and have surplus for export.

Pakistan should automate the production of its JF-17, at least most part of it, they should produce it like cars, not 25 per year, this is a joke. A hundred per year capacity should be optimal, so they can overwelm the competition, and take a good market share, by fast delivery, and not compromising on quality.
Most countries who need the JF-17 need it now, not tomorrow. so, If delivrery time is let us say in the range of one year or two for bigger orders, Pakistan can make a lot of sales of an export version needed by many.

The reports are based on a statement made by the head of Mikoyan in which he stated the company is ready to export as many fighters as Egypt wants. There are also articles on RT about this.

He did not mention the MIG-35, did he.

 

[Frogman]

He did not mention the MIG-35, did he.

He specifically outlined it was the Mig-35 the EAF is interested in.

 

[Dino R.]

Can you explain difference between Mig-35 and SU-30

Read this, it'll explain

Hope they did not confuse Mi-35 helicopters with MIG-35s, those are Jewish news, it can also be propaganda.
We've all heard about the MIG-29, that they mentioned later in the article, it is a contradiction that you should depict too.
I believe, Egypt will go for a custom made new MIG-29s, maybe very close to the MIG-35 in radar and other gear, and mostly because it is readily available, with an order of the MIg-35s when production starts. This will make more sense than the twisted article.

I don't think they'll confuse the two, besides the Mig-35 is a Mig-29 M but with the Zhuk-AE (AESA) radar, so I think the Russians wanted to give Egypt the M\M2 but the Egyptians insisted on the 35, hence the delay in finalizing the deal, from what I read there were some technical difficulties as the Russians put it from the time Egypt's Sisi (when he was still defense minister) visited Moscow, that was probably about the radar in their new Migs.

 

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