Strengthening Maritime Defence: Indonesia’s PPA Vessels and the Future of Naval Power
Indonesia is taking a significant step towards modernising its navy by acquiring two Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) vessels from Fincantieri, a leading Italian shipbuilding...
Secure Seas, Prosperous Future: The Vision Behind AMAN-25
The AMAN (Urdu word for "peace") exercise series, initiated in 2007 with a slogan of “Together for Peace”, has grown in scope and participation...
Wings of War: The Indian Army’s Push for Aerial Dominance Through Helicopter Modernisation
In the unforgiving terrain of Ladakh, where sub-zero temperatures and thin air challenge even the toughest soldiers, helicopters are not just assets—they are lifelines....
The Legacy of Abandoned US Military Equipment in Afghanistan
The United States’ tumultuous withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 marked the end of a two-decade military campaign but ignited a new era of...
U.S. Demands Return of Left-Over Military Equipment in Afghanistan
The withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan in August 2021 marked the end of a two-decade-long military presence in the region. However, the aftermath...
Redefining Restraint: Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine and the Fallout for Arms Control
The ongoing war in Ukraine has significantly impacted global arms control, as escalating actions on both sides have severely undermined the prospects for arms...
The HX-2 Karma: Revolutionizing Modern Warfare While Preserving Ethical Boundaries
In an era where technological advancements are rapidly reshaping the battlefield, the HX-2 Karma emerges as a pivotal innovation that melds precision, intelligence, and...
China’s Maritime Militia: Fishing for Resources, Militarizing the Indian Ocean
China's state-backed fishing fleet, led by the shadowy Maritime Militia, has rapidly evolved into a symbol of unchecked resource exploitation, ecological degradation, and geopolitical...
Star Wars Reality: The Rise of Space-Based Weapons Systems
In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, humanity’s first artificial satellite, sparking a new era of exploration and innovation. Today, the subject of space...
Selective Non-Proliferation
The latest U.S. sanctions targeting Pakistan’s missile development program, announced on December 18, 2024, mark yet another instance of Washington’s inability—or unwillingness—to grasp the...