Ukrainian special forces underwent a big modernization and are now very effective against Russia, yet supplying them with equipment is hard.
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Ukraine is finally getting NATO tanks, but equipment it received earlier in January might be the real game-changer
On DutyIf Ukraine is to punch through the Russian defenses again this spring, it will need the armor and mobile infantry to do so
President Biden signs national defense budget for 2023
On DutyThe NDAA will increase defense spending by $45 billion over what the president had proposed to a total of $847 billion.
Cyberwarfare: Combatting Russian hackers and Chinese influence
Military AffairsCyberwarfare is becoming an increasingly important tool in U.S. policymakers’ toolbox. Established in 2010, the U.S. Cyber Command is the American military’s response to the Russian, Chinese, North Korean, and Iranian, and other actors’ threats in the digital realm. And the danger is real. In the last few years, the Russian military has displayed its […]
Iniochos 21: An aircraft enthusiast’s dream
On DutyThe skies of Greece were a sight to behold in April as Iniochos 21, a Hellenic air force-sponsored annual air exercise, took place. Aircraft and crews from six countries participated in the exercise, offering a rare opportunity to see several different airframes fly together and against each other. Here are the platforms: Greece: F-16 Fighting […]
How much does each NATO nation spend on defense?
On DutyIn March, NATO released its annual defense expenditure report. The 29-country alliance requires every member-state to spend at least 2% percent of its gross domestic product (GDP) on defense each year. Although the number appears insignificant at first sight, in reality, most countries have historically failed to hit it, a point that has spurred controversy […]
Nord Stream 2: Russia’s attempt to divide the US and Europe
Military AffairsAs tensions in Ukraine reignite, the U.S.’ focus is once more diverted to the troubled eastern border of Europe where Russian aggression continues to destabilize the region. Farther up north, however, a project long in the works poses an equally serious threat. Nord Stream 2, a natural gas pipeline that will connect Europe and Russia, […]
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower sails to Greece, maintains stability in the region
On DutyThe USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, leading Carrier Strike Group TWO, conducted a combined exercise with the Hellenic Navy in the Mediterranean Sea. The Hellenic Armed Forces participated in the exercise with the frigate HS Psara, two submarines, and several F-16 fighter jets. For the duration of the exercise, the HS Psara came under the tactical […]
Top US general in Europe talks alliances and partnerships
Military AffairsRecently, the top general of the U.S. European Command and the head of NATO spoke about the importance of alliances and partnerships to U.S. national security. Air Force General Tod D. Wolters, who commands both EUCOM and NATO, talked about several topics, including Russia, China, the era of Great Power Competition, American forces in Europe, […]
Dynamic Manta 21: Taking anti-submarine warfare to the next level
Military AffairsDynamic Manta 21, the largest anti-submarine warfare exercise in Europe, is in full swing. Eight NATO members are participating in the exercise–Belgium, France, Greece, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and the US. In total, the exercise will involve 11 major vessels, including one aircraft carrier (the French Charles de Gaulle CSG), five surface ships, five submarines, […]
