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March 25, 2026
Putin Demands More Efficient Military Corruption
Changes at the top of the defense hierarchy reveal old-style graft and pressure to raise military spending efficiency.
March 20, 2026
US Defense Demands are Making Europe Less Biddable
The US has long wanted Europe to strengthen its defenses, but Washington may now wonder if its new-look partner will emerge as what it wished for.
March 20, 2026
Ukraine’s World-Beating Combat Library Opens for Business
After more than a decade of war, Ukraine has unparalleled data on modern warfare, which it is making available for military AI development.
March 19, 2026
NATO Awakens in the High North
NATO forces are moving north. What does that mean for deterrence and the role of modern technology in a changing Arctic?
March 16, 2026
We Must Copy Ukraine’s Public-Private Air Defense
Ukraine is allowing private sector companies to install air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure. The West should follow suit.
March 16, 2026
The Heart of War: Ukraine’s Key Battlefield System
Ukraine’s drones have stolen the limelight, but its Delta battlefield system is the beating heart of its warfighting capabilities. Western armies still have time to learn the lessons.
March 10, 2026
Investors Eye Ukraine’s Silicon Steppe
In the crucible of adversity, Ukraine is becoming Europe’s next major tech powerhouse.
March 9, 2026
Drone Defenses: Buyers Flock to the Ukrainian Bazaar
Drones have smashed the West’s assumption that airpower and sophisticated missiles would ensure control of the skies. Kyiv can provide answers and expertise.
March 6, 2026
Iran-US War: A Race to the Bottom
Even if the US and Israel succeed in neutering Iran’s ballistic missile campaign, there’s another threat apparent from long-range drones.
March 6, 2026
The Iran War — Peril and Opportunity for Ukraine
Ukraine is the standard bearer of modern conflict. Enemies and allies cannot ignore it, even if they wanted to.
March 4, 2026
Europe’s Fighter Fiasco 2: The Politics
The Franco-German jet seems to have crashed before taking to the air. Europe must find a better approach.
March 4, 2026
Europe’s Fighter Fiasco 1: Improving Procurement
The continent is beginning to spend money on defense but will get far more bang for its buck if it works on common procurement.
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