Kaliningrad: Moscow simulates a strike on NATO’s C2
In Kaliningrad, Su-30SM2 and Su-24M aircraft rehearsed strikes against command posts. What this reveals about NATO’s flank. Summary In Kaliningrad, Su-30SM2 and Su-24M crews from […]
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AVIC presents Yunying: simple inspiration or copy of Shield AI’s V-BAT?
AVIC presents Yunying, a tail-sitter VTOL drone with a ducted turbine, very similar to Shield AI’s V-BAT. Innovation, imitation, and ISR challenges. Summary The Chinese […]
UK bases unavailable: Washington must rewrite its plan against Iran
If London refuses Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford, Washington loses logistical “shortcuts” for its bombers, and the Iran option becomes more difficult. In summary Press […]
The United Kingdom joins forces with Europe to accelerate low-cost anti-drone defense
London joins five European partners to rapidly produce cheaper anti-drone defenses, drawing on lessons learned in Ukraine, and fill a capability gap. In summary The […]
Colombia: U-turn on the €3.2 billion Rafale deal
Bogotá suspends the purchase of the Rafale at the last minute and reopens the competition with the F-16 and Gripen. Analysis of the reasons and […]
Germany considers 35 more F-35s while SCAF derails
Berlin discusses a second batch of F-35s for nuclear sharing, while SCAF gets bogged down. Costs, trade-offs, and political turmoil. Summary On February 19, 2026, […]
Su-57: Russian stealth technology put to the radar test
RCS, “0.1 to 1.0 m²” versus “0.0001 m²”: the controversy surrounding the Su-57’s stealth capabilities sheds light on its real value in combat and on […]
Stealth aircraft, AWACS, refueling tankers: the build-up in the Middle East
F-22s, F-35s, AWACS, and refueling tankers: in 72 hours, the United States has strengthened its position in the Middle East. Objectives, missions, and risks. Summary […]
KAAN: the MURAD-600A GaN radar and the war of modern sensors
Ankara is betting on GaN with the MURAD-600A on the KAAN fighter: power, range, ECCM, and the real limitations compared to the F-35. In summary […]
Drones and missiles: NATO reform set to cost a pretty penny
From air policing to defense against drones and missiles: NATO is preparing a reform ahead of July 2026, with budgetary and procurement implications. Summary NATO […]