Colombia bets on Gripen to strengthen its deterrence
Bogotá signs a $4.3 billion contract for 17 Saab Gripen aircraft. Fleet modernization, strategic shift, and new regional tensions provide the backdrop. Summary Colombia has […]
Month: November 2025
Israel’s old AIM-9M transformed into a drone killer
Israel has reportedly adapted the AIM-9M Sidewinder missile to intercept Shahed drones. This is a strategic conversion of old weapons in response to the threat […]
Lockheed Martin launches a $100 billion plan with 750 HIMARS and 200 F-35s
The American giant announces a $100 billion investment, targeting 750 HIMARS systems and 200 new F-35s. A strategic gamble to dominate the defense market. Summary […]
The U.S. Air Force awards Skydio a major contract for TACP and EOD missions for X10D drones
The USAF signs a multi-million dollar contract for Skydio’s X10D drones to enhance TACP and EOD missions with autonomy and advanced situational awareness. Summary On […]
Spain signs a €3.12 billion contract for 45 Turkish HÜRJETs
Madrid has signed a major agreement with Turkey for 45 HÜRJET training and light attack aircraft, marking a turning point for NATO, Ankara, and European […]
A giant F-35 deal for Riyadh raises fears of corruption and espionage
The planned sale of 48 F-35s to Saudi Arabia ($142 billion) is reviving fears of corruption and Chinese espionage via the RSAF. Summary A highly […]
Lockheed Martin redefines AI integration with STAR.OS™
Lockheed Martin introduces STAR.OS™, a unified AI platform that brings together systems, tactical applications, autonomy, and rapid deployment to modernize defense. Summary Lockheed Martin launched […]
France’s new supersonic nuclear missile in the spotlight
The French authorities unveil the ASMPA-R supersonic nuclear missile for the first time: performance, entry into service, reasons for its public reveal. Summary France has […]
Purchases of American aircraft that weaken Europe
Europe is increasing its purchases of F-35s and F-16s at the expense of its own fighter jets. What are the figures, what are the industrial […]
Spain explores Turkish KAAN fighter jet after abandoning F-35
Madrid is considering acquiring the TAI KAAN fighter jet as an alternative to the F-35 Lightning II, as the European Future Combat Air System program […]