Sofia Gonzalez 
Maritime security in the Red Sea is under a constant threat. The latest series of events indicates the severity of the situation, with international forces having to intercept numerous illicit activities. US Centcom reports that the USS Mason intercepted both a drone and an anti-ship ballistic missile, launched from territories controlled by the Houthi forces … Read more
Les petites et moyennes entreprises (PME) de la Base industrielle et technologique de défense (BITD) sont confrontées à des difficultés de financement dues aux exigences de la Commission européenne en matière environnementale, sociale et de gouvernance (ESG). Considérée comme non durable, l’industrie de la défense subit un impact dans son financement et chez ses acteurs. … Read more
In December 2021, the British 16th Air Assault Brigade conducted a significant experiment with Sur-Ron Firefly electric motorcycles in France, marking a shift in military reconnaissance and infiltration tactics. The Trial with Sur-Ron Firefly The British brigade utilized the Sur-Ron Firefly, a lightweight vehicle weighing only 47kg, equipped with a 6-kilowatt electric motor. The motorcycle … Read more
Off the coast of India, a drone attacked an oil tanker. The Liberian-flagged tanker, known as MV Chem Pluto, has a potential connection to Israeli interests. The assault resulted in a fire and caused substantial damage, disrupting the tanker’s operation. At the time of the incident, the vessel was en route from Jubail, Saudi Arabia … Read more
The Air Parachute Commando n°30 (CPA 30) is set to be equipped with tactical lightweight drone systems, promising a new level of flexibility for special operations. The lightweight drones, of the MAME (Medium Altitude Medium Endurance) type, can be used for intelligence gathering, surveillance and reconnaissance. As the preferred unit within the Air Special Forces … Read more
Les eaux agitées de la mer Rouge ont récemment été le théâtre d’un conflit de drones. Les forces navales américaines et britanniques ont ainsi neutralisé 15 drones présumés hostiles. Suspension de la navigation dans le détroit Maersk et Hapag-Lloyd AG, deux géants mondiaux de l’armement maritime, ont interrompu la navigation de leurs navires dans le … Read more
A strategic alliance has been announced by KNDS and Leonardo, taking place under the aegis of Italy’s Ministry of Defense. This is a step towards the creation of a robust European defense group with a focus on land defense electronics. Partnership Ambitions The partnership aims to foster cooperative initiatives among European countries. The focal point … Read more
Over the last 15 years, a significant shift has been observed in the employment dynamics within the DGSE. Military Personnel Reduction The French external intelligence agency has seen a decrease in its military workforce. The reasons behind this shift are multifaceted. Upsurge in Civilian Recruitment One factor driving this change has been an upsurge in … Read more
Malaysia and France are poised to reinforce their military ties in response to an escalating situation in the contested South China Sea region. With China moving to control the reefs “James Shoal” and “Luconia Shoal” in the area administered by Malaysia, the diplomatic movements between France and Malaysia have accelerated. Chinese “fishermen” are regularly seen … Read more
The Marine nationale of France is planning a tactical shift in its identification methods for informational warfare. The French Navy disclosed last year that it’s contemplating the removal of numbers and names from its ships. The goal is to introduce unpredictability, possibly leading to a tactical edge in confrontations. Should this strategy prove successful, it … Read more