Why Greenland is undermining NATO
Greenland is at the heart of Arctic defence, missile early warning, critical minerals and allied sovereignty. A crisis at the heart of NATO. In summary […]
Military
Why the promised Patriot licence for Ukraine could transform missile defence against Russia
Washington has promised Kyiv a Patriot licence. This represents a major industrial breakthrough, but is not an immediate solution to the shortage of interceptors. In […]
Russia is aligning itself with China to remain a major power
The Sino-Russian patrol on 27 June reveals genuine military cooperation, but also a growing imbalance in Beijing’s favour. In summary The strategic air patrol conducted […]
The Russian Air Force and the Strain of War: Capabilities, Losses and Operational Future
Russia is making up for some of its aerial losses, but its bombers, early-warning aircraft and maintenance capabilities are weakening after four years of war. […]
Ukrainian firm Fire Point moves from drones to the European missile defence shield
Ukrainian manufacturer Fire Point is developing Freyja, a low-cost missile defence system designed in collaboration with Hensoldt to reduce dependence on the Patriot system. In […]
First F-35A Husarz Jets Arrive in Poland
The arrival of F-35As in Poland strengthens NATO’s eastern flank while exposing the financial and technical strains of the American program. In Summary Poland officially […]
American Golden Dome: A $1.2 Trillion Opportunity
The American Golden Dome promises missile defense from low Earth orbit. However, its cost, physics, and effectiveness remain fiercely debated. In Summary The Golden Dome […]
NATO 3.0: Europe Confronts the True Cost of Its Defense
Washington is reviewing its military footprint in Europe. Behind the concept of “NATO 3.0,” Europe is discovering the actual cost of its conventional defense. In […]
FCAS, an Aircraft Never Built but Already Paid For by States
FCAS bogs down after billions committed. States pay for the loss, while industrialists keep revenues, know-how, and options. In Summary The collapse of the Future […]
Restored U-2S, Symptom of a Still Fragile ISR Transition
The U.S. Congress wants to restore four U-2S aircraft while the Air Force aims to retire the fleet. A revealing choice for the future of […]