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 […]
Between national acquisitions, allied rotations, and new Russian provocations, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are accelerating the construction of an integrated air-defense posture. Strategic context: rising pressure Since early 2025, aerial threats in the Baltic Sea region have intensified. Unidentified drones have probed sensitive areas, and direct violations of Baltic airspace have occurred. In mid-September, three […]
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is a politico-military alliance comprising 32 countries in Europe and North America. Since its creation in 1949, it has ensured the collective defense of its members. The maritime domain is essential to NATO, as over 90% of world trade transits by sea, and 95% of digital communications pass via […]
