The war in Ukraine has brought to light the challenges it is facing. Since the start of the conflict, the Russian army has sustained significant losses in terms of equipment, revealing the poor condition of much of its arsenal. According to several OSINT sources, Russia has lost more than 20,000 items of equipment since the start […]
The development of hypersonic weapons is now at the forefront of international strategic concerns. In Ukraine, Russia used the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal missile operationally for the first time, demonstrating the practical strike capability of these weapons, though several were intercepted by Ukrainian Patriot systems. Beyond Europe, rising tensions around the Taiwan Strait and significant U.S. investment […]
Technological innovations and tactical adaptations The Russian-Ukrainian conflict was a catalyst for drone innovation. Both sides quickly adapted their technologies and tactics to meet the challenges posed by this new form of warfare. In this article, we explore how technological innovations and tactical adaptations have transformed the use of drones in this conflict. Rapidly evolving […]
On August 13, 2025, the leak of nearly 9 GB of internal files from a North Korean cyber espionage unit highlighted a reality now familiar to the world’s major armies: cyber attacks are increasingly targeting military organizations directly, compromising not only their operations but also their deterrent credibility. North Korea: a breach at the heart […]
On the morning of July 28, 2025, Aeroflot was the victim of a cyberattack. Central booking, dispatch and crew‑planning systems fell silent, forcing staff at Sheremetyevo to revert to paper manifests. The airline canceled 54 round-trip flights on that day, causing delays on routes operated by its subsidiaries Rossiya and Pobeda, as well as on […]
Since the start of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, drones have played a crucial role, radically transforming the way battles are fought. What began as a series of conventional engagements has rapidly turned into a technological war in which drones play a central role. The massive use of these unmanned aerial vehicles by both […]
In 2024, global military spending reached a record $2,718 billion, marking a 9.4% increase over the previous year. This increase, the largest since 1988, reflects a decade of continuous growth, with a total increase of 37% between 2015 and 2024. The top five spenders in 2024 were the United States, China, Russia, Germany and India, […]
As the Russian-Ukrainian conflict has intensified since February 2022, one of the most significant changes has been the rapid evolution of means of transport for people on the battlefield. While using traditional mechanized transport, this war has seen the rise of light, agile, often civilian and modified means of transport, which are redefining mobility at […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become more and more pervasive across various sectors, sparking intense debates about its application in the armed forces. This article delves into the global ascent of AI in armed forces, shedding light on its advantages while addressing the ethical and humanitarian concerns accompanying its deployment. Understanding military artificial intelligence The military […]
Cyberspace has become an essential strategic domain for armies worldwide. Like land, sea, air and space, it constitutes an operational space in its own right, shaped by the global interconnection of computer networks, digital military systems and infrastructures. Many countries have incorporated cyberspace into their military doctrine. The major powers – the United States, China, […]
