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US Navy to develop new class of smaller, more ‘agile’ combatant ships
The US Navy intends to introduce a new class of smaller and more agile combatant ships by 2028, aimed at complementing its larger warships fleet. This initiative marks an effort towards greater flexib...
US Navy to develop new class of smaller, more ‘agile’ combatant ships
The US Navy plans to build a new class of smaller combatant ships that are more agile and planned to complement larger warships starting in 2028. This development was announced by Navy Secretary John ...
US Congress Blocks Trump's Plan to Reduce American Troops in Europe
The US Congress has halted President Trump's proposed reduction of American troops stationed in Europe. The Pentagon’s plans for troop realignment and drawdown have been stalled by congressional actio...
Trump Proposes $1.5 Trillion Military Budget for 2027
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 Discusses Next Steps to Ensure Security
NATO is currently discussing future security initiatives aimed at bolstering collective defense and addressing emerging threats....
Trump on Greenland: Its defense relies on two missile sites with dogs, we will take it over
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...
Trump Again Expresses Intention To Control Greenland
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 hosts talks with security allies in Kyiv
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...
Why Germany Is Doubling Down on the F-35 Stealth Fighter
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...
Russian Attack on Kyiv: One Dead, Many Injured
Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv before scheduled Ukraine-US high-level talks. The attacks resulted in one death and multiple casualties....
Acquisition Transformation: How to Make it Last
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...
Five stories that made waves for the sea services: 2025 review
The article reviews five key developments that impacted naval forces in 2025, highlighting significant changes and setting a trajectory for further development in subsequent years....
Ukrainian President Zelensky Names General Budanov as Chief of Staff
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...
Trump to make shipbuilding announcement as US looks to bolster Navy
US President Donald Trump plans to announce details of increased naval shipbuilding efforts aimed at strengthening the United States Navy. This comes in the context of ongoing discussions and strategi...
Canada Studies Worst Scenarios and Prepares Militarily for Threats
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...
Europe's Options to Halt Trump's Plan to Annex Greenland
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...
New atlas urges seapower focus to make UK ‘pivotal power’
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 ...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘How Australia could build a northern wall of drones’
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...
The New Trump-Class Battleship’s Greatest Enemy
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...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Road-mobile ballistic missiles: a strong option for bolstering ADF self-reliance’
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....
Get to Know Trump's Golden Fleet Project!
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....
Grok Joins Gemini in US Military AI Initiative
The United States military's artificial intelligence initiative has seen Grok joining Gemini as part of its advancement in the field of AI application for defense purposes....
Lessons learned from the US raid on Venezuela
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...
Ghosts Are Haunting France’s Remilitarization
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...
Trump: We will get Greenland - Their defense relies on two barbed wire fences with dogs
President Trump has expressed interest in purchasing Greenland from Denmark, stating that the island's security would be significantly enhanced if under U.S. control. He mentions that currently, Green...
Trump on Greenland: Their defense relies on two missile stations with dogs - We will take it over
President Trump made comments suggesting that U.S. intentions towards Greenland might include military dominance over the territory due to its strategic importance for missile defenses, noting the cur...
UK may send troops to Greenland
The UK is considering deploying military forces to Greenland as part of its Arctic strategy. The deployment aims to bolster national security and assert influence over the strategically important regi...
NATO Force Commander: We Will Defend Our Members
The NATO Force Commander emphasized that the alliance remains committed to defending its member countries against any threats....
An appeal for climate action in Australia’s next National Defence Strategy
The article suggests that Australia should include objectives to tackle climate insecurity in its 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS). This would aid in safeguarding long-term defense capabilities, m...
NATO takes Greenland into its defense following Trump's declarations
Following statements made by US President Donald Trump expressing interest in purchasing Greenland, NATO member countries have signaled an increased commitment to the island’s security and protection ...
Seatbelts for Speeders: Why Beijing Ignores Washington’s Red Phone
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced plans with China's defense minister to set up military channels aimed at deconfliction and de-escalation between the two countries. Despite these effor...
Germany moves to produce TAURUS NEO to boost deep-strike
Germany has initiated formal steps towards large-scale production of an advanced version of the TAURUS stand-off missile, signaling a significant investment in deep-strike capabilities....
How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?
Canada's participation in the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative will influence its defense procurement strategy and naval programs. Poland and Romania are also receiving significant SA...
Zelenskyy discusses U.S. troop presence in Ukraine with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump have discussed the potential deployment of additional American troops to support Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression....
The U.S. Navy’s Trump-Class Battleship Will Be ‘Quietly Shelved’
President Donald Trump proposed a new class of 'guided-missile battleships' that would serve as a symbol of naval power but is impractical due to modern combat requirements. The concept emphasizes mis...
Before There Was a Third Offset, There Was Harold Brown
The article discusses Harold Brown, a physicist and former Secretary of Defense who contributed significantly to the integration of advanced technology into defense strategies before the official term...
US Press on Turkish Castle: Will Leave Britain and France Behind
The article discusses the strategic advantages that Turkey's defensive positions offer compared to those of NATO allies like Britain and France, suggesting Turkey may surpass these countries in certai...
Rep. Elaine Luria on Defense Strategy, China, and Taiwan
In an interview on RealClearDefense's 'Hot Wash' podcast with John Sorensen, Representative Elaine Luria from Virginia discusses national defense strategy, the relationship between the US and China, a...
Gen. Mark Milley Talks Europe
General Mark Milley, the U.S. Army Chief of Staff, commented on ongoing U.S. and allied exercises in Europe during an interview with The Wall Street Journal. These remarks are part of broader discussi...
UK keeps combat drone plans under wraps
The UK Ministry of Defence has refused to disclose details about its plans for an air-launched collaborative unmanned combat aerial vehicle due to commercial and security reasons....
Pentagon Says No Decision Made on Fate of Korea-Based Army Squadron
The Pentagon has stated that no decision has been made regarding the future status of an Army squadron based in South Korea which is reported to have been deactivated. The exact details and implicatio...
Pentagon Says No Decision on Fate of Korea-Based Army Squadron
The Pentagon has announced that no decision has been made regarding the future status of an Army squadron currently based in South Korea. Details about the specific squadron or plans for its repositio...
Greenland Insists Defense Will Be Through NATO , Rejects Trump Takeover
Greenland has reiterated its preference for maintaining its defense through NATO and dismissed any overtures suggesting the United States President Donald Trump's interest in buying Greenland....
Joseph Costa joins Atlantic Council’s Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security as director of Forward Defense
The Atlantic Council’s Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security has announced that Joseph Costa will serve as the new director of Forward Defense. Costa previously held the position of deputy assist...
Britain may send troops to Greenland to appease Trump
The Telegraph reports that Britain considers sending military forces to Greenland to address concerns raised by President Donald Trump about the strategic importance of the Arctic island for defense p...
Global China Hub report featured in CNA
On December 16th, 2025, a report by Global China Hub Associate Director Kitsch Liao and nonresident fellows Nik Foster and Santiago Villa was highlighted in CNA....
Russia switches to one-by-one infiltrations near Pokrovsk, hoping to slip past unnoticed
A Ukrainian officer reports that Russia has decreased its reliance on large-scale assaults and now primarily conducts single-man movements in the area near Pokrovsk, seeking to avoid detection....
2025 in review: Ideas
The article discusses various concepts and theories about the geopolitical landscape in 2025, focusing on potential military, technological, and diplomatic developments as envisioned from a contempora...
Morning Briefing: January 1, 2026
No specific content provided; typically a Morning Briefing would outline important events or issues relevant to the start of the new year for strategic planning and awareness within military or defens...
UK rules out expeditionary force role in Greenland security
The UK has dismissed suggestions of deploying the Joint Expeditionary Force to Greenland for security purposes, emphasizing that the island's security is already assured through NATO membership....
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