28 October 2024

Armenia approaches India to buy SU-30MKIs

Armenia is exploring the purchase of Indian Su-30MKIs to bolster its defense, a strategic move marking a shift in its military alliances. Armenia, frustrated by incomplete deliveries of Russian weapons, is negotiating with India to purchase Su-30MKI fighters. This partnership would enable Armenia to acquire between eight and twelve aircraft, thereby strengthening […]
25 October 2024

How Close Air Support Has Transformed Ground Battles

Close air support (CAS) has redefined ground operations, optimizing air-ground coordination and enhancing the tactical effectiveness of ground forces in complex combat environments. Close air support (CAS) has become a central strategic element in modern battles, enabling optimal coordination between air and ground forces for rapid and precise engagement against adversary threats. […]
25 October 2024

The Battle of Britain: Strategic Impact on Air Warfare

The Battle of Britain redefined aerial strategies, laying the groundwork for modern air warfare techniques and profoundly affecting World War II. The Battle of Britain (1940) was a turning point in air warfare, showcasing a successful defense against massive aerial assaults for the first time. Initiated by German command, this offensive aimed […]
5 October 2024

Peru modernizes its air force with a $3.5 billion fighter jet deal

Peru invests $3.5 billion to modernize its air force with 24 advanced fighter jets, addressing aging aircraft issues and enhancing national defense. Peru has launched a major modernization effort for its air force by acquiring 24 new fighter jets. The total cost of this upgrade amounts to $3.5 billion, aimed at replacing […]
2 October 2024

China is ready for war, but what about the USA?

The US defense industry is struggling to keep pace with the rise of China’s military power. Analysis of the industrial stakes and key figures. China’s rise to military power is undeniable. Although the Chinese economy has its weaknesses, its defense sector is growing rapidly, with massive investment in the production of ships, […]
1 October 2024

Turkey and NATO: towards a break-up or redefinition?

Turkey’s refusal to take part in the Ramstein Flag 24 exercise raises questions about its future within NATO and its geopolitical ambitions. Turkey recently refused to take part in the Ramstein Flag 24 air exercise organized by NATO in Greece. This decision highlights ongoing tensions with its Western allies and raises questions […]
1 October 2024

Ukrainian Mirage 2000-5F modified for air-to-ground capabilities

French Mirage 2000-5F fighters to be delivered to Ukraine will be modified to incorporate air-to-ground target destruction capabilities. In June 2023, France announced the delivery of Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets to Ukraine. These aircraft, designed for air-to-air missions, will be modified to acquire air-to-ground capability. These transformations will enable the Ukrainian Mirage […]
26 September 2024

Greece to modernize its air fleet with F-35s by 2028

Greece will receive its first F-35s in 2028, strengthening its position within NATO and modernizing its fleet with strategic acquisitions. Greece is set to receive its first F-35 fighter jets in 2028, as part of a vast program to modernize its air fleet. These fifth-generation aircraft, produced by Lockheed Martin, will considerably […]
26 September 2024

What agreements accompany sales of US combat aircraft?

Discover the strategic and financial quid pro quos negotiated between the United States and countries purchasing American combat aircraft. Sales of U.S. combat aircraft are not limited to a simple financial exchange. Buyers, often U.S. allies, benefit from logistical support agreements, technology transfers and strategic geopolitical alliances. In return, they undertake to […]