In a troubling cluster of events, three F/A-18 Super Hornets have been lost in separate incidents within just over a week —two in operational accidents on USS Harry S. Truman and a crash of a Finnish “Legacy” Hornet in Lapland.
Three F/A-18s Lost in Eight Days — From the Red Sea to the Arctic Read More »
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,
War of Factories: Russia Ramps Up Weapons Production, Europe Falls Behind, RUSI Finds Read More »
The United States has dominated the global arms trade for decades. In the past five years, its exports have surged, reinforcing its position at the top. But the ground is shifting. What are the trends, who are the key players,
U.S. Tops Arms Trade – While Allies Plot a Plan B Read More »
In response to escalating geopolitical tensions and a shifting global security landscape, the European Union (EU) has unveiled an ambitious plan to bolster its defence capabilities. Dubbed the “ReArm Europe” initiative, this strategy aims to mobilize up to €800 billion
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The administration of United States President Donald J. Trump, in office for approximately two months, has already brought significant changes to U.S. diplomacy—far exceeding initial consensus forecasts. This is an undeniable fact. This analysis draws on exchanges with officials, diplomats,
What really drove the Kremlin during the Cold War—wild-eyed dreams of global communism, or cold-blooded fear for its own survival? The answer matters because the same instincts may still shape Moscow’s next moves. According to Melvyn P. Leffler, the binary
The Kremlin’s Gambit: Understanding Soviet Motivations in the Cold War Read More »
NATO is bolstering its eastern defences with permanent troop deployments in Lithuania, Finland, and Romania, directly addressing the evolving security dynamics along Russia’s borders. A tiny hill of crosses symbolizes enduring Lithuanian resistance against the Eastern aggressor. German Defence Minister
Permanent NATO Deployment in Lithuania: 4800 Troops Read More »
China has launched DeepSeek-R1, a highly advanced artificial intelligence model, positioning itself as a direct challenger to Western AI dominance. This open-source system, developed by Chinese startup DeepSeek, is designed to rival technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT. But its emergence is
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Rapid, informed decision-making can mean the difference between victory and defeat. New command and control systems redefine military surveillance with advanced automation and AI-driven precision. Designed to deliver unmatched situational awareness across all domains, Saab’s 9AIR C4I empowers armed forces
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The UK faces critical decisions on its defence strategy as it conducts its third Strategic Defence Review (SDR) in four years, due in 2025. The review must address modern threats, particularly from Russia and China, against a backdrop of fiscal
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