Originally published in 2008, Fareed Zakaria’s The Post-American World stands as a prescient analysis of the evolving global order. While the book does not predict the collapse of the United States as a global power, it does forecast the relative decline of American primacy due to “the rise of the rest.” Zakaria’s central thesis—that global
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Easter is traditionally a time of peace, reflection, and renewal—but history tells a more conflicted story. Across centuries and continents, the holiday has repeatedly coincided with uprisings, massacres, and decisive battles. Easter has an unsettling legacy as both a symbol of hope and a backdrop for human conflict. There is a warlike Easter tradition in
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The jungle, the enemy, and the end of French glory —A harsh, unvarnished classic for war film purists and history buffs. Pierre Schoendoerffer’s La 317ème Section stands as one of the most brutally honest war films ever made, yet it remains criminally under-watched outside France. Released in 1965, just eleven years after the fall of
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Questions remain about the effectiveness and sufficiency of efforts to address Europe’s security challenges, as the European Defence Agency (EDA) celebrates its 20th anniversary. However, there has been a significant expansion in defence spending and collaborative initiatives within the European alliance. Projects like CAVS and FAMOUS, counteract the fragmentation of the European defence industry. In
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Saab AB delivered exceptional financial results in 2024, marking another year of accelerated growth as global demand for its defence products soared. Saab’s revenues have roughly grown by more than 50 percent over the past two years. Saab’s 2024 was marked by a flurry of technological advancements: new fighter and UAV tech, smarter sensors and
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Finland’s Patria Group recorded strong financial growth in 2024, fuelled by defence procurement upticks post-NATO accession. Net sales reached €825.7 million in 2024, a healthy ~12.5 percent increase from €733.8 million in 2023. Patria is expanding globally while strengthening its digital operations. Last year continued an upward trend – 2023 sales were up from ~€547
Kongsberg Gruppen achieved all-time high revenues and profits in 2024, capping a multi-year growth streak. The company’s success in 2024 reinforced its importance: it continues to deliver both economic value – profits, jobs, tax revenues – and strategic value – equipping Norway and allies with cutting-edge systems, such as anti-ship cruise missiles. Operating revenue of Kongsberg
While Niccolò Machiavelli’s The Art of War may not enjoy the same renown as The Prince, its insights into the nexus of military organization and political stability have influenced subsequent military leaders and strategists over the centuries. Machiavelli’s The Art of War is a seminal dialogue that delves into the interplay between warfare and politics,
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An analysis by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) reveals that Russia has dramatically outpaced Europe in the race to produce arms during the war in Ukraine, raising alarm about NATO’s readiness. The report, “Winning the Industrial War: Comparing Russia, Europe and Ukraine, 2022–24,” finds that Moscow’s defence industry surged ahead with a clear plan,
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Annie Jacobsen’s “Nuclear War: A Scenario,” published by Torva Books, offers a harrowing exploration of the catastrophic consequences of nuclear conflict. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Jacobsen presents a minute-by-minute account of a hypothetical nuclear war, blending factual information with speculative scenarios. Jacobsen opens her account of nuclear war with a quote from Winston
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