How are the ex-Yugoslav members of the Alliance doing in the modernisation processes?

The ex-Yugoslav countries, which took different paths after the break-up of the federation in 1991, are at different stages of military modernisation today. While Slovenia and…

The ex-Yugoslav countries, which took different paths after the break-up of the federation in 1991, are at different stages of military modernisation today. While Slovenia and Croatia are firmly part of NATO and are actively transitioning to Alliance standards, Serbia maintains military neutrality and relies primarily on Russian and Chinese equipment. Yugoslavia was established after World War I as the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes and was renamed the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in 1929. After the Second World War, it was transformed into a socialist federation under the leadership of Josip Broz Tito, governed by the Communist Party of Yugoslavia. Although…

China confirms espionage case: Engineer sentenced to death for leaking state secrets

China’s Ministry of State Security (MSS) has officially confirmed the espionage case involving Liu, a former defense engineer who was sentenced to death for leaking classified state…

Barracks from 3D printing. U.S. armed forces expand military construction options

The U.S. Army and Navy should rely more heavily on 3D printing technology in the future for military building construction. According to the US Department of Defense, the use…

Baltic and Polish ministers push to exit anti-landmine treaty amid Russian threat

In a significant policy shift, the defense ministers of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland have announced their intention to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention, a global…

News in Tatra Defence Vehicle: Pandur 8x8 EVO, BvS10 or SPYDER anti-aircraft systems

We recently visited the Czech company Tatra Defence Vehicle (TDV), part of the CSG group, where we had the opportunity to see part of its current production portfolio. We saw…

American Military Strikes in Yemen: Strategic Defense or Escalation?

The United States has launched large-scale military strikes against multiple targets in Yemen under the control of the Iranian-backed Houthi militia. President Donald Trump announced the…

Project Convergence Capstone 5: Shaping the Future of Warfare

In a bold step toward shaping the future of military operations, the U.S. Army is set to conduct Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5) in March and April 2025. This…

The Swedish BvS10 Mk II in the French service. An original ski lift for the Chasseurs Alpins

The VHM (Véhicules Haute Mobilité, High Mobility Vehicles) is the French version of the BvS10 Mk II (Bandvagn 210 Mk II), designed and produced by the Swedish company…

Gen. Ivo Střecha: Some NATO members are considering reintroducing attendance duty

The challenges that the Czech Army has been addressing in recent years are in many cases transnational and are thus also relevant in other NATO member states. That is why…

Marine Corps strengthens Pacific presence with first anti-ship missile battery in Okinawa

The U.S. Marine Corps has taken a significant step in its force modernization efforts by establishing a new unit that will soon wield the service’s first anti-ship missile…

Ukraine’s defense at risk as U.S. suspends intelligence and military aid

In a move that has sent ripples through Ukraine’s military ranks, the White House has temporarily suspended intelligence sharing with Kyiv, a decision that Ukrainian officials warn could…

Aircraft carriers as a tool of East-West rivalry

Today, aircraft carriers are not only a symbol of military power, but also an effective tool for projecting naval power. Their importance grew especially during the Cold War, when they…