Defense & Security (page 5)

The dual-edged sword: Starlink's role in the Ukraine conflict

The dual-edged sword: Starlink's role in the Ukraine conflict

In a twist of events that underscores the complexities of modern warfare, SpaceX's Starlink satellite devices, initially lauded for their crucial support to Ukraine, now seem…

11. 02. 2024
High tensions in high places in Kiev – Russia is enjoying the clash between Zelensky and Zaluzhnyi

High tensions in high places in Kiev – Russia is enjoying the clash between Zelensky and Zaluzhnyi

On 1st February there was a persistent rumour shared on social media that General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian armed forces, might be dismissed…

06. 02. 2024
Czech soldiers train nearly a thousand Ukrainians in Poland

Czech soldiers train nearly a thousand Ukrainians in Poland

In a significant contribution to international military assistance, specialized mobile teams of Czech engineers, chemists, medics, and snipers trained nearly a thousand Ukrainian…

04. 02. 2024
Decisive response: U.S. launches airstrikes against Iran-backed forces after attack on American soldiers

Decisive response: U.S. launches airstrikes against Iran-backed forces after attack on American soldiers

In a significant escalation of tensions, the United States launched a series of airstrikes across Iraq and Syria, targeting facilities associated with Iran’s elite Islamic…

03. 02. 2024
The Red Sea as a lesson for Europe

The Red Sea as a lesson for Europe

In the wake of the actions of the Yemeni terrorist movement Ansar Allah, an international coalition of states was formed in late 2023 under Operation Prosperity Guardian…

01. 02. 2024
An era of geopolitical changes, uncertainties, conflicts, but also the development of technology

An era of geopolitical changes, uncertainties, conflicts, but also the development of technology

The military conflict in Ukraine has recently been marked by the ubiquitous unmanned aerial vehicles/drones, which not only provide up-to-date situational awareness on the battlefield…

31. 01. 2024
Israel in Gaza demonstrates the widespread use of drones on the modern battlefield

Israel in Gaza demonstrates the widespread use of drones on the modern battlefield

The popularity of drones and their contribution to the conduct of combat operations is steadily increasing. Increasingly, unmanned systems are becoming a key component…

26. 01. 2024
Japan´s changing defense strategy

Japan´s changing defense strategy

One of the most profound changes in defense policy and military spending is currently occurring in the Indo-Pacific, particularly Japan. This country is profoundly changing…

25. 01. 2024
Breaking barriers in the sky and on stage: Air Force officer crowned Miss America

Breaking barriers in the sky and on stage: Air Force officer crowned Miss America

In a groundbreaking moment for both the military and pageantry, Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, aged 22, has been crowned Miss America, becoming the first active-duty service member…

18. 01. 2024
The West has run out of patience with the Yemeni rebels. Will large-scale attacks help stabilise the situation in the Red Sea?

The West has run out of patience with the Yemeni rebels. Will large-scale attacks help stabilise the situation in the Red Sea?

The United States and Britain have launched a series of targeted attacks in Yemen against Iran-linked Houthi rebels. Both the British Royal Air Force and the US Air Force and…

14. 01. 2024
US and UK launch strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

US and UK launch strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

In a decisive move, military forces of the United States and the United Kingdom have initiated strikes against several targets in Yemen, specifically targeting Houthi rebel…

12. 01. 2024
NATO airspace security in the context of Russian aggression

NATO airspace security in the context of Russian aggression

Throughout 2023, NATO air forces find themselves on the front line of defence against the growing threat of Russian military aircraft. This required not only preventive action, but…

11. 01. 2024