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U.S. clears Ukraine to fire long-range missiles into Russia ahead of Kursk Battle

U.S. clears Ukraine to fire long-range missiles into Russia ahead of Kursk Battle

In a significant policy shift, the United States has approved Ukraine’s use of long-range American weapons to strike targets deep inside Russian territory. This decision comes amid…

18. 11. 2024
Smart Industry 2024: Breakthrough technologies and cybersecurity explored by Czech Armed Forces representatives

Smart Industry 2024: Breakthrough technologies and cybersecurity explored by Czech Armed Forces representatives

On November 14, the Smart Industry conference was held in the Czech republic, where companies presented their solutions and experience in the field of innovative, or smart…

17. 11. 2024
France aims to support the evolution of the Leclerc with the new ASCALON gun while awaiting the MGCS

France aims to support the evolution of the Leclerc with the new ASCALON gun while awaiting the MGCS

The French Ministry of Defence is not considering any interim solution to replace the Leclerc tank while awaiting the entry into service of the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)…

16. 11. 2024
Chinese sanctions highlight supply chain vulnerabilities in U.S. Defense Industry

Chinese sanctions highlight supply chain vulnerabilities in U.S. Defense Industry

Recent Chinese sanctions targeting American drone manufacturer Skydio have underscored a persistent challenge for the U.S. defense sector: the entanglement of critical supply chains with…

15. 11. 2024
Modern telecommunication networks as a strategic tool for defence: Implications for NATO

Modern telecommunication networks as a strategic tool for defence: Implications for NATO

Revolutionary developments in telecommunications technology are dramatically reshaping the face of modern warfare and cyber defence. The implementation of 5G networks and research into…

14. 11. 2024
Turkey’s Fighter Jet gap: A Eurofighter Typhoon deal in the making?

Turkey’s Fighter Jet gap: A Eurofighter Typhoon deal in the making?

Turkey is facing a critical fighter jet gap as it awaits the rollout of its domestically developed 5th-generation KAAN fighter, expected to enter service in 2030…

13. 11. 2024
Trump 2.0 as a positive shock for the European Union: Will a single European army emerge?

Trump 2.0 as a positive shock for the European Union: Will a single European army emerge?

Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election signals a shift in U.S. strategic focus from Europe to the Indo-Pacific. His critical stance on NATO also weakens…

12. 11. 2024
Honoring Veterans Day: A Day of gratitude and reflection

Honoring Veterans Day: A Day of gratitude and reflection

Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is a day dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the armed forces. Originating as Armistice Day in…

11. 11. 2024
Refueling the Future: Will budget constraints stall NGAS?

Refueling the Future: Will budget constraints stall NGAS?

The U.S. Air Force’s plans to develop a next-generation stealth refueling tanker, known as the Next-Generation Aerial Refueling System (NGAS), are facing a significant…

10. 11. 2024
Not only weapon systems are evolving, but also tactics

Not only weapon systems are evolving, but also tactics

Current conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East vividly demonstrate the need for adopting progressive approaches to conducting combat operations. It is essential to recognize the…

09. 11. 2024
France might offer Leclerc MBTs to the Republic of Cyprus to replace its aging T-80s and obsolete AMX-30s

France might offer Leclerc MBTs to the Republic of Cyprus to replace its aging T-80s and obsolete AMX-30s

The primary arms suppliers to the Cypriot National Guard, a combined arms force representing the Republic of Cyprus's air, land, and sea capabilities, have long been France and Russia…

08. 11. 2024
Dynamic demonstration of the new Czech armoured vehicle TADEAS on Tatra 6x6 chassis

Dynamic demonstration of the new Czech armoured vehicle TADEAS on Tatra 6x6 chassis

We had the opportunity to visit the Tatra Defence Vehicle company in Kopřivnice, where we were introduced to the new Czech armoured vehicle TADEAS. This vehicle's prototype made…

07. 11. 2024