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Defence Uncut

Quwa
India
Pakistan Air Force
China
Pakistan
Brahmos
Pakistan Navy
Air Force
Indus Water Treaty
Jf-17 Thunder
Pakistan Army
Z-10me
Pakistan Army Aviation Corps
Ukraine War
Rocket Force Command
J-10
Missile Defense Systems
Hq-19 Theatre Air Defence System
Uavs
Project PFX
Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles

Defence Uncut by Quwa is the first English-language podcast zeroing in on Pakistan’s defence scene. Each bite-sized episode dissects current procurements, strategy shifts, and security events, connecting the dots so listeners gain a clear, data-driven big-picture view. Hosted by Bilal Khan, Defence Uncut turns dense news into precise, engaging analysis for professionals, enthusiasts, and anyone wh... more

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A quiet update to a US Department of Defense contract has added Pakistan to a list of nations slated to receive the advanced AIM-120C8/D AMRAAM, the most capable air-to-air missile in the US export inventory. In this episode, we unpack what this admi... more

In this episode of Defense Uncut, hosts Bilal Khan and Aseem Islam analyze the new Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The discussion moves beyond surface-level speculation, such as claims of a "nuclear... more

This week on Defence Uncut, we dive deep into the reports that the Indian Air Force is pushing to acquire another 114 Dassault Rafale fighters.

Is this a strategic masterstroke to consolidate the IAF's power, or an overreaction to Pakistan's potenti... more

Pakistan has signed a $406 million deal with China's PIESAT for a constellation of 20+ advanced imaging satellites, a move with massive strategic implications. In this episode, we analyze how this provides the critical situational awareness needed fo... more

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Recent Guests

Aseem Oneslam
Aerospace engineer based in the US
Episode: Unpacking the Pakistan Army's New Rocket Force Command
Usman Shabir
Co-author of Eagles of Destiny, an expert on Pakistan Air Force history
Episode: Pakistan's Z-10ME, PAF History, and a Historian's Look at the May 2025 War
Yawar Mazhar
Co-author of Eagles of Destiny, with a focus on military history
Episode: Pakistan's Z-10ME, PAF History, and a Historian's Look at the May 2025 War
Aseem Ull Islam
Aerospace engineer with insight into Pakistan's defense culture and industry trajectory
Episode: Pakistan Has a Serious BrahMos Problem
Arsalan Khan
Defense analyst with works in Quwa and Shepard Media
Quwa
Episode: Pakistan Has a Serious BrahMos Problem
Arslan Khan
A defence analyst with work featured on Quwa and other publications.
Quwa
Episode: 2025 Indo-Pak Crisis: The Fight Pakistan Expected vs. The One It Got

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Bilal Khan
Host of Defence Uncut.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Fantastic!

    Military nerds blogging and podcasting about their interests; theirs is Pakistan military.

    Informative, insightful, and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    john53008
    United States4 months ago

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Engages an audience interested in military strategy and procurement discussions.
Informative, insightful, and entertaining analysis of military topics specifically focusing on Pakistan's defense.

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India's 114 Rafale Plan: Why It's a Worrying Sign for the Pakistan Air Force
Q: Is it possible to counter fifth generation fighter jets with a huge number of Rafale jets?
It's not about counting jets; it's about how to neutralize the strike threat posed by fifth generation fighters.
India's 114 Rafale Plan: Why It's a Worrying Sign for the Pakistan Air Force
Q: How long will Pakistan take to phase out legacy aircraft?
It might take around 10 to 15 years for all the Mirages and F-7PGs to be phased out.
Unpacking Pakistan's Low-Key PIESAT Satellite Deal with China
Q: Can you let us know the orbital altitude of satellites?
I strongly suspect that this is a low-Earth orbit constellation.
Unpacking Pakistan's Low-Key PIESAT Satellite Deal with China
Q: What kind of capabilities is Pakistan looking to get via its space program?
The obvious thing is image intelligence, which will also help provide detailed terrain maps crucial for cruise missiles.
22 Years and 100,000+ Sorties Later, How Has the JF-17 Thunder Fared?
Q: What are the limitations of the JF-17 compared to the J-10?
The J-10 offers advantages in terms of range, payload, and aerodynamics, but the two will operate together to fulfill distinct roles.

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4. Aseem Ull Islam
5. Arsalan Khan
6. Arslan Khan

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