18 September 2023

USA resumes surveillance operations in Niger

In a rapidly changing political and security context in Niger, US military interventions on the ground are becoming a subject of intense concern and discussion. Let’s decipher the Pentagon’s latest clarifications on the nature of these operations and the potential implications for the region’s future. The Pentagon corrects recent statements concerning the […]
16 September 2023

USA: The Air Force Invites You to Play Video Games in the Name of National Security

A collaboration between MITRE, a non-profit national security company, and the US Air Force gives birth to the GameX esports tournament, aimed at improving understanding of logistical and prioritization choices during missions under attack. Participants will play the “Drone Guardians” game to help the Air Force develop machine learning algorithms to improve […]
16 September 2023

Kim Jong Un in Russia: an interest in the Sukhoi Su-57

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is on an extended visit to Russia, during which he is inspecting technological advances in the Russian military industry. The visit raises concerns about possible transfers of banned weapons between the two countries, which could have a significant impact on the situation in Ukraine. North Korean […]
16 September 2023

American military aircraft cemeteries

Warplanes have a remarkable longevity, but what happens when they are retired from active service? Discover the secrets of American military aircraft cemeteries, their usefulness and their rarity in the rest of the world. Warplanes are high-tech machines designed to last, but what happens to them once they’re retired from active service? […]
16 September 2023

Korean KF-21 Boramae challenges US F-35 stealth fighter for Polish Air Force contract

Poland, eager to bolster its defense capabilities, is considering the acquisition of two additional squadrons of multirole fighter jets. Among the candidates for the contract are the American F-35, the F-15EX, and the South Korean KF-21 Boramae. This article explores what’s at stake in this decision, and the possible consequences for Poland […]
15 September 2023

RAF under pressure: A crying shortage of fighter aircraft

In the event of conflict with Russia, the UK would be at risk due to its very limited number of fighter aircraft, according to a parliamentary report. The RAF’s limited number of Typhoons and F-35s would be unable to cope with the levels of attrition that would occur in the event of […]
15 September 2023

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter: The “Widowmaker

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, an iconic Cold War fighter, is infamous for having acquired the sinister nickname of “The Widowmaker”. The name evokes a dark era in military aviation history, when this aircraft was associated with a disproportionate number of fatal accidents. In this essay, we’ll examine the concrete reasons behind this […]
15 September 2023

Why the BRICS love the Dassault Rafale

The Dassault Rafale, France’s multirole fighter, has gained in popularity in recent years among developing countries and members of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa). This success is no accident, but the result of a number of technical, economic and geopolitical factors. In this essay, we explore the reasons why […]
15 September 2023

Ukraine to acquire Swedish Gripen fighters

Sweden is considering supplying Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine to bolster its air defense against Russian aggression. This article explores the strategic advantages of Gripen, the implications of this possible acquisition for Ukraine, and the challenges that lie ahead. Against a background of continuing tensions with Russia and urgent air defense needs, […]