French naval aviation group sets sail for ORION 26
The aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle leads the largest French military exercise since the Cold War. On January 29, 2026, the aircraft carrier Charles de […]
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Putin’s succession: which heirs for which transition
Putin can remain in power until 2036. But the system is preparing a closed succession: technocrats, siloviki, heirs. What scenarios, what risks for Europe? In […]
ECRS Mk2 radar: the £453.5 million contract that revives the British Typhoon
London launches production of 40 ECRS Mk2 radars for the Typhoon. An AESA and electronic warfare leap that weighs on deterrence and exports. In summary […]
Harmattan AI: sovereign ambition or still a fragile gamble?
Harmattan AI embodies France’s ambition in military artificial intelligence. Technologies, real maturity, global competition, and the limits of the French ecosystem. Summary Harmattan AI has […]
Rafale in India: 114 aircraft, a local factory, and an anti-F-35 choice?
India’s MRFA for 114 Rafale aircraft would target massive local production and an MRO hub. Industrial opportunity, scheduling risk, and a true comparison with the […]
European rearmament: the EU opens the tap on €800 billion
European Commission gives initial approval for SAFE funding, with up to €800 billion mobilized to modernize EU defense. Full analysis. Summary The European Commission has […]
War in Sudan: Pakistan becomes Khartoum’s key supplier
A $1.5 billion arms deal between Sudan and Pakistan aims to strengthen the Sudanese army, involving drones, aircraft, and major geostrategic issues. Summary The Sudanese […]
Japan prepares for the post-T-4 era: a new training aircraft with strategic implications
Japan is launching an ambitious program to replace the aging Kawasaki T-4 with a new modern training aircraft, with strategic and industrial implications. Summary The […]
The JF-17 in Saudi Arabia: fighter jets as debt repayment
The Pakistani-Chinese JF-17 is reportedly being offered to Saudi Arabia to settle debts. This unusual agreement has significant military implications. Summary Consistent reports indicate that […]
The Marine Corps’ last Harrier is preparing to bow out
The US Marine Corps confirms the Harrier’s final retirement in 2026. End of a unique capability and transition to the F-35B. Summary On January 2, […]