Nordic countries benefit from defense boom
In 2024, Saab, Kongsberg and Patria reached all-time highs in terms of orders, reflecting the significant increase in military spending in Europe in the face […]
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Booby-trapped FPV goggles target Russian drone operators
Explosive devices concealed in FPV goggles target Russian drone operators, reminiscent of Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in 2024. Russian authorities are investigating the shipment of […]
Do Trump’s tariffs threaten F-35 purchases by Canada and Europe?
An analysis of the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian and European purchases of F-35 fighter jets. President Donald Trump’s recent tariff increases, including […]
Airbus A321 MPA: a new maritime patrol aircraft for France
France is preparing the Airbus A321 MPA to replace the Atlantique 2, in the face of the Boeing P-8’s domination of the maritime patrol aircraft […]
First French Mirage 2000-5F delivered to Ukraine
Ukraine receives its first French Mirage 2000-5F fighters, significantly improving its air defense and ground strike capabilities. On February 6, 2025, Ukraine welcomed its first […]
Putin wants to pursue his vision of a greater Russia
Vladimir Putin aims to restore Russian influence by absorbing Ukraine and claiming territory in Poland and Romania, despite the military challenges and major geopolitical implications. […]
Poland purchases over 200 AGM-88G AARGM-ER missiles
Poland acquires over 200 AGM-88G AARGM-ER missiles to equip its F-35s, enhancing their ability to neutralize enemy radars. Poland has signed a $745 million (approx. […]
Iran finances Hezbollah’s military reconstitution via Beirut
Israel accuses Iran of transferring tens of millions of dollars in cash to Hezbollah via Beirut airport, strengthening its military capability. Israel has lodged a […]
US F-16s use laser-guided rockets to shoot down Houthi drones
US Air Force F-16s use APKWS II rockets to destroy Houthi drones over the Red Sea, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional missiles. Since 2023, […]
The war in Ukraine demonstrates Clausewitz’s theory of the superiority of defense
Clausewitz’s theory of the superiority of defense finds concrete application in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, confirming the strategic advantage of defensive operations. In “On War” (1832), […]