Security & Conflict
Why Belarus Is Now Europe’s Most Dangerous Flashpoint
Alexander Lukashenko had quite an unusual week. On June 19, Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave him a public ultimatum: remove the Russian signal relay stations on...
The Rise of Algorithmic Decision-Making in Warfare
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in the military for planning and operations as a decision support tool at multiple stages. The US's use...
Germany’s 2029 Reckoning: Without More Innovation, NATO’s Eastern Flank Remains Exposed
The clock that only the Kremlin can stop
A single year now governs German defence planning: 2029. The nation’s top military officer estimates Russia could...
Coverage of Egypt’s Ministry of Defense by Chinese Military Media
The activities and movements of Egyptian Defense Minister Lieutenant General Ashraf Salem Zaher have garnered significant attention from official Chinese military and media circles,...
Cairo Doubles Down on Sudan’s Army – but Backs a Fading Bet
Egypt’s foreign ministry used carefully calibrated language on Monday to restate a familiar position: unwavering support for Sudan’s “unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity” and...
Germany’s F126 Cancellation and the Structural Limits of European Naval Procurement
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced that Germany has officially cancelled procurement of the F126-class frigate. This decision follows numerous issues plaguing the...
Can NATO Defend the Arctic as Russia Expands Military Power?
NATO is stepping up efforts to strengthen its Arctic defenses as Russia continues expanding its military presence across the High North. The alliance launched...
Why the Iran War Made Turkey the Gulf’s Most Valuable Defense Partner
In 2016, Turkey's defense exports stood at $1.67 billion. By the end of 2026, that figure is expected to exceed $11 billion. That is...
Managing Nuclear Risk: American and Israeli Obligations
“It must not be forgotten that it is perhaps more dangerous for a nation to allow itself to be conquered intellectually than by arms.”...
China, Egypt, and Iran: Challenging U.S. Military Presence in the Gulf
The Chinese strategy employs research and intelligence institutions working to foster closer ties between Iranian national security institutions and the Egyptian military, aiming to...