Turkey’s defense industry is hitting export records in 2025, powered by drones, the KAAN fighter program, and broader diversification across Europe and Asia. Bayraktar drones, the KAAN fighter, armored vehicles in Europe, and rising exports: Turkey is establishing itself as a major defense actor, despite persistent technological and geopolitical challenges. A confirmed upward trajectory Turkey’s […]
Two flagship programs, the Scorpène Evolved submarines and the locally built Arrowhead 140-derived Merah Putih frigates are reshaping Indonesia’s defense industry and maritime posture. Background Between 2024 and 2025, Indonesia formalized the construction of two Scorpène Evolved submarines and two Merah Putih frigates. Both classes are being built locally, marking a shift toward greater deterrence […]
Private military companies (PMCs) are playing an increasingly prominent role in contemporary conflicts, offering services ranging from logistics to direct combat participation. Their historical evolution, current characteristics, and impact on global security raise crucial questions about the What is a Private Military Company? What is a Private Military Company? Private military companies (PMCs) are businesses […]
Confronted with aging, opaque tankers in the shadow fleet, Europe is no longer relying solely on blacklists and port bans. It is deploying a web of sensors (SAR and RF satellites, coastal radars, VTS, “sniffer” RPAS), tying them into fusion centers (EMSA/IMS, SafeSeaNet, THETIS), and projecting air and naval assets to turn suspected sanctions-evasion into […]
Defense companies worldwide are unveiling a new generation of drones, airborne loyal wingmen and naval autonomous systems, set to reshape combat. Programs from Lockheed Martin, Dassault, Boeing, and others highlight a shift toward affordability, survivability, and autonomy. A new wave of air combat drones In September 2025, Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works introduced the Vectis, a […]
The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting remains the largest land power event in North America. The 2025 edition, held under the theme “Agile, Adaptive, Lethal: Winning at the Pace of Change”, delivered a clear strategic message: future wars will be won not only by superior firepower, but by agility, digital integration, […]
After more than four decades of service, the Belgian Air Component’s F-16s are being replaced by the F-35A Lightning II. Selected in 2018 and due for delivery in 2025, the aircraft represents much more than a simple fleet renewal. This acquisition is a commitment to the country’s operational, industrial, and strategic future. From political decision […]
Initially for medical purposes military exoskeletons represent a breakthrough in military technology, transforming warfare operations. The integration of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced materials has given rise to exoskeletons, providing soldiers with increased strength, agility and endurance during combat operations, while also playing an essential role in logistical tasks and the transport of heavy […]
In 2025, Egypt is consolidating its role as a regional military power, balancing naval ambition, diplomatic pragmatism, and technological modernization. As Cairo develops a joint VTOL drone program with Turkey and expands defense partnerships with Russia, France, and Gulf allies, the Egyptian Armed Forces continue to reshape their force projection capabilities. Within this broader transformation, […]
Quantum technologies are moving out of research labs and into the realm of strategy and defense. While progress remains incremental, the risks tied to quantum computing and sensing are becoming increasingly urgent. By 2025, governments, armed forces, and critical industries face the looming prospect of “Q-Day” , the moment when traditional encryption systems collapse under […]
