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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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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 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....
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
The NATO Force Commander emphasized that the alliance remains committed to defending its member countries against any threats....
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...
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 ...
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 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....
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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 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....
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...
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...
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....
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....
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...
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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....