16 September 2024

Why wars are good for business

Wars stimulate the arms industry, boosting sales of weapons, tanks and aircraft and strengthening the strategic position of the main arms suppliers. Wars have a direct impact on the increase in sales of weapons, munitions and military equipment. They create an immediate demand for these products, stimulating the economies of producing countries […]
12 September 2024

Modernising the F-22 Raptor

The F-22 Raptor is undergoing modernisation, with upgrades to its engine, weapons and sensors to ensure it remains competitive until 2040. Modernising the F-22 Raptor has become a priority for the US Air Force following the slowdown in the development of sixth-generation fighters. The F-22 life extension programme includes improvements to the […]
12 September 2024

Types of military drones used by the US military

American military drones are classified into 5 groups, according to their size, weight and functions. Find out more about their technical characteristics and uses. The military drones used by the US military are classified into five groups, defined by their weight, range and maximum altitude. These groups range from small, portable drones […]
9 September 2024

Understanding Russian GRU Unit 29155 and its strategic role

Unit 29155 of the Russian GRU carries out clandestine operations in Europe. Find out about its role in hybrid warfare and its international repercussions. Unit 29155 is a secret unit of the GRU, the Russian military intelligence service, specialising in destabilisation operations abroad. It has been identified as being behind targeted assassinations, […]
30 August 2024

Why Poland’s first F-35 is strategic for Europe

Find out how Poland’s first F-35, unveiled by Lockheed Martin, strengthens national security and NATO cooperation. On 28 August 2024, Lockheed Martin unveiled Poland’s first F-35 at a ceremony in Fort Worth, Texas. This stealth jet, the first of an order for 32 aircraft, symbolises Poland’s desire to modernise its defence in […]
26 August 2024

China’s A2/AD strategy

Detailed analysis of China’s A2/AD strategy, how it works, its military implications and its strategic impact in the Asia-Pacific. China’s A2/AD (Anti-Access/Area Denial) strategy aims to limit the ability of opposing forces to access and deny them use of strategic areas in the Asia-Pacific. By combining advanced coastal defence systems, ballistic missiles, […]
8 August 2024

IAI Kfir: reverse-engineering of the Mirage 5

The IAI Kfir, an Israeli fighter born of reverse-engineering of the Mirage 5, has left its mark on military aeronautics through its unique development. The IAI Kfir is a multi-role fighter developed by Israel from the French Mirage 5, following an arms embargo. Powered by a General Electric J79 engine, the aircraft […]
8 August 2024

UK launches production of Tempest fighter demonstrator

The UK is starting production of a fighter aircraft, the precursor to the Tempest fighter, incorporating cutting-edge technologies for 2035. The UK recently launched production of its first manned combat aircraft demonstrator in 40 years, in collaboration with industrial giants such as BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce. The demonstrator will be used to […]
17 July 2024

Italy invests 682 million euros to equip its F-35Bs

Italy is investing €682 million to equip its F-35Bs with JSM and Spear 3 missiles, aiming for full operational capability by 2030. The Italian government has submitted a request for parliamentary scrutiny to acquire the armaments required for the full operational capability (FOC) of the fifth-generation F-35B STOVL (short take-off and vertical […]