Sofia Gonzalez 
Work has officially begun on the construction of the first third-generation nuclear ballistic missile submarine, known colloquially as the SNLE 3G. This event, held in Cherbourg on the 20th of March, saw an assembly of key French military officials and significant participants of the defense industry. The Driving Forces Behind The Program The program’s leadership … Read more
Discover the intriguing world of the French Citizen Reserve (FCR), a unique system that allows civilians to serve their nation and the military in a volunteer capacity, utilizing their skills and experiences to benefit the armed forces. Until 2021, the FCR volunteers were assigned a military rank which was reflective of their educational and professional … Read more
With the rise in technology, the increasing use of drones for military purposes has become the norm. Known for their cost-effectiveness, ease of operation and the ability to be armed with military-grade weapons, their use has surged globally. The challenges of drone detection Despite their advantages, drones present a unique set of challenges. This is … Read more
Project Objectives and Collaboration The primary agenda was to assess the practicality of robotics in safeguarding and monitoring an air base. The SCAR, a quadruped robot developed by Boston Dynamics, an American company, was incorporated in the testing phase of the project. Birth of ARGOS As a result of this collaboration, an AI algorithm named … Read more
The British Army has been grappling with budgetary constraints since 2010, even though its military spending has surpassed the 2% of GDP demanded by NATO. A significant factor contributing to these challenges are delayed and over-budget armament programs like the “Ajax” armored vehicle. 2021 Security and Defense Strategic Review The Security and Defense review of … Read more
The Académie militaire Saint-Cyr Coëtquidan (AMSCC), a significant player in the French army’s education structure, is faced with resource scarcity, obstructing its strategic goals, as stated in a recent audit by the French Court of Accounts. AMSCC’s Significant Transformation Taking on a more university-like model, the AMSCC, dedicated to training officers for the French army, … Read more
In a series of recent events, the French Army is set to receive eight new Griffon vehicles equipped with MEPAC, a 120mm mortar, in addition to 30 CAESAr artillery trucks donated to Ukrainian forces. Griffon Vehicles Upgrade The Griffon vehicles, expected to be delivered to the 11th Marine Artillery Regiment, are part of the 2024 … Read more
Following a series of potentially catastrophic attacks on Saudi oil sites in late 2019, the British Army has taken proactive measures to bolster the defence capabilities of Saudi Arabia against potential Houthi attacks. British Army’s Reactions The British Army went ahead to secretly deploy a substantial anti-aircraft system near Riyadh. The move, which wasn’t initially … Read more
The French Navy’s 36F squadron has recently taken possession of the S-100 Camcopter drones, after 16 years of rigorous testing. These unmanned aircrafts are set to revolutionize naval operations with their unparalleled abilities to perform day and night, providing a significant operating range. S-100 Camcopter Drones: An Evolution in Naval Aviation The journey of the … Read more
The Italian Army is set to strengthen its aerial defense abilities with four more SAMP/T NG systems. This move marks a significant shift to modernize their capabilities against increasingly complex threats. Currently, the Army’s anti-aircraft arsenal includes only MISTRAL, a lightweight anti-aircraft portable missile. This follows the withdrawal of short-range Roland air-defense missiles and 20mm … Read more