The future of the French Army’s heavy armored component is under scrutiny, with the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a joint French-German project, not expected to be fully operational until 2040. Two potential solutions have been proposed to bridge this gap. The Leclerc Tank and its Challenges The first option is to initiate a new … Read more
Le Times a récemment évoqué la possibilité que l’Allemagne renonce au Système de combat aérien du futur (SCAF) en faveur du Global Air Combat Programme (GCAP). Cette affirmation a été rapidement démentie par le ministère allemand de la Défense, qui a confirmé son soutien au projet SCAF, mené conjointement avec la France et l’Espagne. Le … Read more
Le gouvernement canadien envisage sérieusement de renouveler sa flotte aérienne en remplaçant 14 CP-140 Aurora par 16 Boeing P-8A Poseidon, des avions de patrouille maritime. Cette vente potentiellement importante a reçu le feu vert de la DSCA, l’agence américaine en charge de l’exportation d’équipements militaires. Potentiels concurrents et intérêts politiques Dans cette course pour remporter … Read more
The French Ministry of the Armed Forces has started exploring the use of the Metaverse for recruitment, specifically for roles that are in high demand. The “Red Team” of the Defense Innovation Agency surmises that the Metaverse, which is a shared 3D virtual space, could potentially become a battleground. As such, General Pierre Schill, in … Read more
Un rapport de forces inattendu marque l’exercice militaire “Cope Thunder” aux Philippines, révélant les capacités impressionnantes de l’aviation locale face à la puissance aérienne états-unienne. L’exercice “Cope Thunder”, parrainé par les États-Unis depuis 1976, a connu des lieux d’implantation variés, entre les Philippines et l’Alaska, où il fut renommé “Green Flag” après l’éruption du Mont … Read more
French Rafale aircraft have been called upon to partake in the “Atlantic Trident 23” exercise alongside F-35A/B aircraft in the UK. This intriguing development has kicked off on October 31, 2023, under the capable supervision of the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the US Air Force. US and UK Involvement The States have committed to … Read more
As conflict escalates in the Middle East, the Jordanian government seeks aid from the United States in bolstering their defenses. Amidst the growing tensions, this article explores the intricate dynamics of the region and the potential implications for Jordan and its security. Rising Tensions in the Region Just twenty days after the terrorist attacks led … Read more
This article reviews the recent developments in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting the Ukrainian military challenges and Russia’s potential strategic moves. In the last month, no attacks have been initiated on Ukraine by Russian strategic bombers, specifically the Tu-95 “Bear”, Tu-22 “Backfire”, and Tu-160 “Blackjack”. This marks a stark contrast to the … Read more
The United Kingdom’s strategic review underscores the significance of the Indo-Pacific, labeling China as the most severe state-level threat. This aligns with the realization that the security of both the Indo-Pacific and the Euro-Atlantic areas are interconnected. The Royal Navy has responded by deploying an aircraft carrier group around HMS Queen Elizabeth in the region … Read more
Uncover the world of passive radar – an intriguing technology capable of potentially detecting stealth aircraft, currently being tested by the German Air Force. A notable achievement was recorded when Hensoldt’s passive radar Twinvis detected two F-35A stealth fighter-bombers at Berlin’s ILA aerospace show in 2018. Passive Radar: An Overview Passive radar utilises a broad … Read more