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 […]
Military
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 […]
The CNS Fujian aircraft carrier (Type 003), a major new step for the Chinese navy
China commissions the Fujian, its first aircraft carrier designed entirely in-house and equipped with electromagnetic catapults: a strategic turning point in the Pacific. Summary The […]
The India-Pakistan standoff involving the Rafale vs. the Chinese J-10CE and JF-17
Technical and strategic analysis of the aerial standoff between India and Pakistan, pitting India’s French aircraft against Chinese-Pakistani aircraft, revealing the regional balance of power. […]
Sale of 48 F-35s to Riyadh: a strategic turning point for the Middle East
The Saudi plan to purchase 48 F-35s for $142 billion upsets the regional balance and raises questions about US strategy in the Middle East. Summary […]
SCAF: the dividing lines between Paris, Berlin, and Madrid
Industrial leadership, intellectual property, exports: the SCAF is stumbling over fundamental differences between France, Germany, and Spain. Summary The Future Combat Air System (SCAF/FCAS) brings […]
Romania “buys” 18 F-16s for €1: a strategic hub for training Ukrainian pilots
Transferred by the Netherlands for €1, 18 F-16s are joining the EFTC in Fetești. The objectives are to train Romanian and Ukrainian pilots and to […]
Singapore, small in size, big in power: the RSAF versus Malaysia and Indonesia
Singapore is establishing itself as a major air force in Southeast Asia. Fleet, availability, F-35 projects, regional comparison, and geostrategic weight: a precise, figures-based overview. […]
Chinese J-20 stealth patrols around Taiwan: Chinese pressure intensifies
PLAAF J-20 stealth fighters are patrolling around Taiwan and practicing long-range firing. Taipei sees this as a strategic signal to regional allies. In summary China […]