Deterrence instead of stabilisation missions: Newly built French mechanised units will support NATO's eastern flank

France must reorganise its ground forces in view of the dynamic security situation in Central Eastern Europe. No other army in continental Europe has been…

France must reorganise its ground forces in view of the dynamic security situation in Central Eastern Europe. No other army in continental Europe has been so consistently optimised for intervention operations with units armed only with light equipment. Not surprisingly, Paris has so far been primarily responsible for security threats on the southern flank of the North Atlantic Alliance. It did not need mechanized forces for stabilization missions in Africa. French military strategists now see the Armée de Terre in a similar situation to that on the eve of the lost war against Prussia in 1870-1871. "In the context of today's rapid strategic developments, the…

Ukraine becomes the first user of the progressive RCH 155: "It is good to have Germany at our side"

The RCH 155 (Remote Controlled Howitzer 155 millimetre) is a combination of automated artillery firepower and protected wheeled mobility. Ukraine becomes its first user. The RCH 155 will…

CSG Czechoslovak Group launches MSM Group North America Inc. and appoints Jason W. Gaines as CEO

Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has launched MSM Group North America, Inc. and appointed Jason W. Gaines as CEO. This new subsidiary is part of MSM Group, an industrial-technological…

Bangladesh explores acquisition of Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jets

In a significant development in regional defense cooperation, Bangladesh has expressed interest in acquiring the JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan. This follows…

Use of drones for the targeted elimination of VIPs

The development and use of aerial drones is one of the defining features of the conflicts of the first decades of the 21st century. Although the original role…

Rheinmetall successful with Skynex in Italy

The Italian Army has decided to introduce Skynex air defence systems from Rheinmetall. The order to supply a first system worth a total of €73m has now been placed…

Military diplomacy: an important tool in the international security architecture of the 21st century

In today's globalised world, military diplomacy is one of the important tools for international cooperation and building a security architecture. In the context of the…

NATO's largest exercise of the year, Steadfast Dart 25, begins – the first under the leadership of the new ARF

The largest North Atlantic Treaty Organisation exercise of the year, Steadfast Dart 25 (STDT25), began today under the command of the UK Armed Forces. Over 10,000 troops from nine…

China’s strategic shift: Upgrading military tactics for drone warfare

China has been making significant advancements in military technology, particularly in the realm of drone warfare. By leveraging lessons learned from recent global conflicts and…

Serbia acquires PULS rocket launchers on Tatra chassis

In a significant step towards modernizing its armed forces, Serbia has entered into an agreement to procure the Israeli-developed PULS (Precise & Universal Launching System) rocket…

Hell on wheels and tracks – Russian Multiple Launch Rocket Systems

In addition to gun-based artillery, Russia deploys a vast array of multiple rocket launchers, which can be classified into three categories according to the rockets carried:…

Sweden strengthens defense with $1.97 billion Leopard tank deal and CV90 upgrades

In a landmark move to bolster national defense, Sweden has announced a $1.97 billion deal to acquire 44 new Leopard 2A8 battle tanks and upgrade its existing fleet of 66…