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President Donald Trump welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the White House to sign an agreement granting the United States access to Ukraine’s rare minerals.

The Shift in Geopolitics from a Military Perspective: Instruments of Power as outlined in NATO Allied Joint Publication 01

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, and researchers from previous U.S. administrations, as well as decades of conversations with American officers.

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The Kremlin’s Gambit: Understanding Soviet Motivations in the Cold War

History, Politics

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 view of ideology versus security is overly simplistic. Understanding the Kremlin’s motivations is crucial to

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Permanent NATO Deployment in Lithuania: 4800 Troops

History, News

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 Boris Pistorius announced at the Munich Security Conference in February 2025 that Germany will station

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China’s DeepSeek AI: A Digital Power Play with Serious Security Risks

Technology

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 as alarming as it is impressive, particularly for NATO countries concerned about security threats, espionage,

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Redefining Air Defence: Advanced Command and Control for Superior Situational Awareness

Analysis, Technology

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 to observe, orient, decide, and act faster than ever before. In modern military conflicts, victory

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Britain’s Defence at a Crossroads: Strategic Choices and Fiscal Challenges

Strategy

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 constraints and shifting global dynamics. Twenty years ago, Britain allocated 4 percent of its GDP

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Global Conflict Landscape in 2025: Local Wars and Uprisings

Analysis, Crises

The year 2025 is marked by escalating global tensions and volatile geopolitics. Key flashpoints include rising friction in the Baltic Sea, the conflict between Iran and Israel, growing unrest across Asia and Africa, and the ongoing war in Ukraine against Russia. President Donald Trump’s second term hints at a return to isolationist policies. As a

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GROSSER ARBER, GERMANY - JULY 16 2014: NATO distant early warning, high-resolution radar on 1456 m high peak in Bayerische Wald, a national park in Bavaria. (Image: Shutterstock)

Combat on Airwaves Converges in Multi-Domain

Technology

The future battlefield is evolving into a digital, cyber-physical realm where combat in the radio spectrum will play a pivotal role. While fiber-optic networks will become essential for secure communication, mobile radio systems remain indispensable for frontline operations. Command posts at the company- or battalion-level will still depend on mobile radio links to communicate with

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Patria TREMOS adapts to various mission requirements and vehicle types. (Image: Patria)

European Military Industry Revitalized with Innovations

Combatting Hybrid Threats

Analysis

In recent years, Europe has faced a surge in hybrid threats, with Russia employing a blend of conventional and unconventional tactics to destabilize the region. A notable example is the suspected sabotage of undersea cables, which are vital for communication and energy transmission. Hybrid threats involve a combination of military and non-military tactics, including cyberattacks,

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