Russian industry sources said the Pantsyr-S1E air defense system project has fallen way behind schedule for Arab clients. The sources said manufacturer Instrument Design Bureau, or KBP, has failed to maintain the pace set for production and trials. "This could affect future deals," an industry source said. At least five Middle East states have ordered the 96K6 Pantsyr short-range system. They were identified as Algeria, Iran, Jordan, Syria and the United Arab Emirates. Several other countries, including Saudi Arabia, were said to be considering Pantsyr for point defense. The biggest delay has been reported in the UAE, which ordered 50...