Germany, Romania, Netherlands, and Spain, members of the European NATO, are set to acquire a staggering 1000 Patriot missiles. This hefty purchase will cost close to 5 billion euros. The production and delivery of these missiles is commissioned to COMLOG, a joint venture of the MBDA Deutschland and the American group Raytheon. The European Sky … Read more
Denmark, a key NATO member, is set to welcome permanent US troops on its land, a significant development in global defense ties. Previously, the Pituffik base in Greenland, governed by Denmark, was the only location hosting American military presence. US-Denmark Defense Cooperation Agreement In February 2022, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen made an announcement that … Read more
On December 13th, the US Air Force saw two of their B-2 Spirit bombers undertake a Bomber Task Force (BTF) mission, a showcase of their rapid response abilities, commitment to NATO and the UK, and an ongoing effort to deter conflict. The B-2 Spirit Bombers and the Mission The B-2 Spirits embarked on their mission … Read more
The A400M Atlas, a key aircraft developed by the French Armament General Directorate (DGA), recently underwent tests for the L-16 tactical data link. When it comes to exchanging complex, encrypted tactical information between diverse military units, the L-16 plays a pivotal role. Notably, it finds its use in partnership operations, primarily within the NATO framework. … Read more
Boeing’s E-7A Wedgetail aircraft is set to replace NATO’s fleet of 14 E-3A Sentry advanced warning aircraft. With the E-3A aircraft reaching the end of their lifespan in the early 2030s, the decision for their replacement seems timely and practical. Managed by NATO Airborne Early Warning and Control Programme Management Agency (NAPMA), the E-3A aircraft … Read more
With the recent announcement of initial nuclear certification for the Dutch Royal Air Force’s (KLu) F-35A fighter-bombers, the landscape of NATO’s nuclear deterrence is poised for change. The ‘Double Key’ Principle NATO’s nuclear deterrence operates under the ‘double key’ principle. It involves the storage of US B-61 tactical nuclear bombs in five of its member … Read more
Rumors are swirling around the involvement of Italian group Leonardo in the new generation Leopard 2 tank project. This comes amid the Italian Defense Ministry’s potential acquisition of 133 Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany to meet NATO commitments. The multi-year programmatic document for 2023-25, presented by the Italian government, didn’t specify the Leopard 2A8, but … Read more