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According to the latest US Department of Defense annual report, China’s People's Liberation Army has deployed a new missile called 'Dong Feng-27'. This intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) claims...
Former US President Donald Trump has proposed increasing the military budget to $1.5 trillion by 2027 to build what he terms a 'dream army'. The plan aims at enhancing national defense capabilities an...
Japan has made history by deploying combat aircraft to Europe for the first time as part of increased international military cooperation and presence projection....
A proposal for the U.S. Navy suggests expanding its fleet by including frigates based on Coast Guard designs, unmanned corvettes with long-range weaponry, additional logistics ships, and other enhance...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Kyrylo Bukovy, the current head of military intelligence (GUR), as his new Chief of Staff. This personnel move is seen as crucial to enhance coord...
A leaked Pentagon report suggests that China's new hypersonic and anti-ship missiles could render U.S. aircraft carriers ineffective in the Western Pacific due to their speed and range. Weapons like t...
The United States Department of Defense has reported that China has deployed a new ship-killing missile system capable of targeting the coastlines of the United States. This development is seen as an ...
The Pentagon has raised concerns over China's nuclear expansion, suggesting that Beijing plans to surpass the one-thousand warhead mark by the year 2030. This statement is seen as a significant shift ...
A 2025 Congressional Research Service report discusses how the U.S. National Security Strategy aims to adjust regional priorities during the second Trump administration. These changes could shift U.S....
According to media reports, President Trump has instructed the Department of Defense (Pentagon) to develop plans for seizing control over Greenland....
The Pentagon has decided to integrate Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot into its operations, despite significant global concern over the potential implications of such technology in military contexts. This ...
Iran has stated that its armed forces are prepared to respond to any potential military attack from the United States and Israel. The announcement underscores Iran's defensive readiness in light of re...
US President Donald Trump addressed concerns over NATO's commitment to the defense of Greenland during a press conference on January 12, 2026. He reiterated his belief that NATO members should contrib...
Germany intends to propose the establishment of a new NATO mission in Greenland, aiming to enhance security and cooperation within the region....
This column discusses changes within the United States' defense strategy and their implications on the Korean-US alliance. It emphasizes new challenges faced by South Korea, including the evolving mil...
US President Donald Trump stated that his country cannot permit China or Russia to invade Greenland. This comment reflects ongoing concerns about geopolitical competition for strategic regions and res...
The article critiques former US President Donald Trump's consideration of purchasing Greenland from Denmark, questioning the strategic rationale behind such an endeavor and highlighting potential geop...
The German Chancellor expressed that any increase or establishment of Western military presence in Ukraine must be agreed upon by Russia. This statement highlights the diplomatic complexities and the ...
The article discusses the increased threat from Eastern powers and waning support from Western allies for Europe in 2025, emphasizing the need for strategic preparation and positioning to address thes...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Andriy Yermak as the new chief of staff. This decision follows a period where Kyiv sought to reorganize its national security and defense strategi...
The article highlights a visit by NATO officials and high-ranking military personnel to Ukraine, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of the delegation's seniority. The visit signifies a significant i...
General Pistorius has addressed soldiers, emphasizing the importance of supporting initiatives aimed at expanding and enhancing military capabilities....
China's 'Justice Mission 2025' exercises concluded on December 29 and 30, 2025, marking the sixth large-scale military drill conducted around Taiwan since early 2022. This operation was a comprehensiv...
The United States Department of Defense has announced the development and potential deployment of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). This move is seen as part of ongoing strategic nuclea...
Germany is rapidly developing its military space systems, potentially shifting European-wide priorities in space defense and technology....
General Sir Gwyn Jenkins KCB OBE ADC RM was appointed as the new First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff on May 15, 2025. As a Royal Marine and the first to serve in this role from a special force...
Russia has recently moved nuclear-capable missiles closer to European borders by deploying them in Belarus, increasing tensions in the region....
The Czech Republic's Narwhal missile, featuring speed and long-range capabilities, is set for battlefield trials with Russian targets next year. The potential for this advanced weapon system to provid...
The United States military has established a master's degree program aimed at preparing its officer corps for the challenges of warfare in an era dominated by artificial intelligence and advanced tech...
The Pentagon released its annual report on 'Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China 2025', detailing growing military and space cooperation between China and Pakist...
The Chinese government has accused the U.S. Department of Defense of deliberately misinterpreting and distorting China’s defense strategy in its assessment reports. Beijing claims these assessments ha...
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to construct a new aircraft carrier for France's navy as part of efforts to strengthen the country's maritime power projection....
Former US President Donald Trump has proposed a substantial military budget of $1.5 trillion for the year 2027, citing global instability and geopolitical tensions as key reasons for such an extensive...
NATO is currently discussing future security initiatives aimed at bolstering collective defense and addressing emerging threats....
Former US President Donald Trump made comments regarding Greenland's defense strategy and suggested that the United States could potentially gain control of the territory due to its strategic importan...
US President Donald Trump has once again expressed his interest and intention to acquire control over Greenland. This statement reiterates his previous comments regarding the strategic importance of G...
Ukraine has convened meetings with its allied nations focusing on enhancing mutual security arrangements and discussing response strategies against ongoing threats. The discussions emphasize collabora...
Germany's commitment to acquiring the F-35 stealth fighter is driven by strategic realities within NATO, particularly its nuclear-sharing obligations and the need to replace aging Tornado aircraft wit...
Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv before scheduled Ukraine-US high-level talks. The attacks resulted in one death and multiple casualties....
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's recent acquisition transformation aims at accelerating military procurement processes, integrating commercial solutions, and focusing on reducing costs while mai...
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed former Russian general Andreyy Budanov, who defected to Ukraine in 2014, as the new chief of staff. This decision reflects an effort towards increasing milit...
Canada is enhancing its military readiness by preparing for potential worst-case scenarios. The country is focusing on strategies and measures necessary to counteract various security threats effectiv...
European nations are exploring diplomatic and economic strategies to counter US President Donald Trump’s speculative interest in acquiring Greenland. The situation is currently theoretical but undersc...
A new atlas has been released, featuring 12 strategic maps that analyze Britain's security, economic interests, and vulnerability to global threats. The publication emphasizes the need for a stronger ...
The article discusses the strategic concept of deploying a network of drones along Australia's northern coast as an innovative method to enhance national defense and security, aligning with the countr...
This article discusses the challenges faced by the proposed Trump-class battleships due to China's advancements in long-range missile technology. It highlights the DF-27 as a significant threat becaus...
The article proposes that Australia enhance its defense self-reliance by acquiring road-mobile ballistic missiles, suggesting partnership with Israel or South Korea to achieve this goal....
The article discusses Donald Trump's proposed 'Golden Fleet' project that aims to enhance and expand the U.S. Navy as part of his strategic defense initiatives....
Mark Cancian from CSIS discusses insights and implications of Operation Absolute Resolve, focusing on the raid conducted by the United States in Venezuela and what it signifies for future defense stra...
France is facing historical influences that both shape and limit its current efforts to revive military culture. These historical 'ghosts' reflect past decisions, strategies, and societal attitudes to...