Invisible guardians: VERA-NG as the cornerstone of the European Sky Protection Initiative

Invisible guardians: VERA-NG as the cornerstone of the European Sky Protection Initiative

The war in Ukraine has dramatically changed the way combat operations are conducted. Today, success and survival on the battlefield depend not only on traditional kinetic capabilities…

The war in Ukraine has dramatically changed the way combat operations are conducted. Today, success and survival on the battlefield depend not only on traditional kinetic capabilities, but also on the ability to gather information without revealing one's position and to navigate the electromagnetic spectrum. In a world where every time an active radar is activated, it is a potential invitation for guided munitions, passive surveillance systems are becoming increasingly important. Thanks to ERA, a company based in Pardubice, the Czech Republic has become an unexpected but significant leader in this field. The VERA-NG system, the Pardubice-based company's flagship product…

12. 07. 2025
If peace cannot be achieved in Ukraine, Russia may gain more than it demands

If peace cannot be achieved in Ukraine, Russia may gain more than it demands

In a situation where the Ukrainian army is no longer able to repel attacks by Russian units – when weakened or broken lines and positions can no longer…

11. 07. 2025
Denmark to expand F-35 fleet and support delivery of 10 Patriot systems to Ukraine

Denmark to expand F-35 fleet and support delivery of 10 Patriot systems to Ukraine

Denmark is preparing to make significant new investments in its national defense and collective European security, with plans to acquire additional F-35 fighter jets and help…

10. 07. 2025
China's stealthy upgrade: A budget T-90M alternative emerges from Norinco

China's stealthy upgrade: A budget T-90M alternative emerges from Norinco

A mysterious armored vehicle, recently spotted undergoing trials on the streets of Baotou, Inner Mongolia, has ignited a flurry of speculation and discussion across global defense…

09. 07. 2025
Betting on large vessels as the Achilles heel of the U.S. Navy

Betting on large vessels as the Achilles heel of the U.S. Navy

The U.S. Navy has historically been shaped by a combination of geopolitical ambitions, technological advances and ideological rivalry, particularly during the Cold War. From World War…

08. 07. 2025
Defense Revolution: Pandur 8x8 EVO exceeds all expectations

Defense Revolution: Pandur 8x8 EVO exceeds all expectations

The Pandur 8x8 EVO is a state-of-the-art armored fighting vehicle (AFV) produced by Czechoslovak Group (CSG) through its subsidiary Tatra Defence Vehicle. The Pandur 8x8 EVO represents…

07. 07. 2025
Why is Russia afraid to deploy its most advanced T-14 Armata tank in battle?

Why is Russia afraid to deploy its most advanced T-14 Armata tank in battle?

As the conflict in Ukraine continues, Russia's most advanced main battle tank, the T-14 Armata, remains conspicuously absent from the battlefield. Despite being nearly three and a half…

06. 07. 2025
B-2 Pilots who struck Iranian nuclear sites honored at White House on July 4

B-2 Pilots who struck Iranian nuclear sites honored at White House on July 4

In an unprecedented show of military recognition and political symbolism, the U.S. Air Force pilots who carried out the high-profile strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities…

05. 07. 2025
Director of JCBRN Defence COE: Capability development is one of the fundamental pillars of our support to the Alliance

Director of JCBRN Defence COE: Capability development is one of the fundamental pillars of our support to the Alliance

The last week of June saw not only the NATO summit in The Hague, Netherlands, but also the Conference of Directors of NATO Centres of Excellence (COE) in Prague. The…

04. 07. 2025
Tables won't stop a tank: Defence needs skills, not percentages

Tables won't stop a tank: Defence needs skills, not percentages

The debate on the defence budget has become one of the most closely watched topics in Czech and European security policy in recent years. Thanks to repeated calls from the…

03. 07. 2025
The end of SW-4 Puszczyk in Poland? Airbus is trying to push through its H145M helicopters, and three Apaches have already arrived

The end of SW-4 Puszczyk in Poland? Airbus is trying to push through its H145M helicopters, and three Apaches have already arrived

Airbus Helicopters is stepping up its campaign in Poland to sell H145M helicopters to the Polish army. The French company is seeking to capitalise on its…

02. 07. 2025
What remains of Iran's nuclear programme and missile arsenal after Israeli and American strikes?

What remains of Iran's nuclear programme and missile arsenal after Israeli and American strikes?

The ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and by extension the US, remains in place for now, and Iran in particular is beginning to assess the damage. Western allies claim that…

01. 07. 2025