Cyber defense is still often treated as an abstract function, concentrated in specialized hubs and managed at a distance from operations. That view, however, is becoming increasingly incomplete. The delivery of the first defensive kits to the United States cyber command marks a tangible shift. For the first time, standardized, transportable equipment is being positioned […]
Since 2022, the conflict in Ukraine has fundamentally reshaped the balance between offense and defense by demonstrating the operational effectiveness of low-cost drones used at scale. Systems such as the Shahed 136, estimated to cost between $20,000 and $50,000 per unit according to multiple open-source analyses, have enabled the saturation of air defense systems whose […]
Since February 28, 2026, United States and Israeli strikes against Iran, and subsequent Iranian retaliatory actions, have created an operational environment in which multi-axis salvos are designed to overwhelm defensive capacity and force prioritization decisions. Iranian retaliation has notably combined one-way attack unmanned aerial systems such as the Shahed 136 with ballistic missiles drawn from […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
