At the World Defense Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia, American unmanned platforms took center stage. Middle East Bureau Chief Agnes Helou reports on advanced drones operating in the air and at sea, reflecting a growing trend in modern defense technology.

Naoya Inoue successfully defended his title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, yet called his performance “extremely disappointing.” Despite reinforcing his reputation as boxing’s pound-for-pound best, the undefeated champion was critical of his own showing in the ring.