The Buzz
The war in Ukraine has transformed the global order. Russia’s invasion could surely create global chaos in the weeks and months to come. Experts are also watching the rise of new weapons platforms like NGAD and drone swarms dominate military analysts’ discussions.
At the same, China is rising and seeking to challenge the U.S. as the world’s only superpower. What happens? How will the war in Ukraine end? Will Russia be defeated? Can China rise and become wealthy before certain demographic trends take hold? The Buzz section looks at geopolitics from the lens of national security and military affairs.
Sweden Deploys Gripen Fighters to First-Ever NATO Border Patrol
The Gripen is enabling Sweden to demonstrate that its membership in NATO is not mere lip service.
Stories from The Buzz
Does the Future Combat Air System Have a Future Without France?
Despite involving two of Europe's largest aviation firms and a leading information technology company, the program has been plagued with internal troubles.
Ukraine Has Carried Out Another Incursion into Russian Territory
Kyiv’s military is now operating in the Russian Belgorod Oblast; despite this, Russia refused America’s proposed thirty-day ceasefire.
Trump Was Right to Fire Vice Admiral Shoshana Chatfield
The time for double standards is over. An apolitical military must be apolitical—and focused on the task of winning wars.
America’s Ambassador to Ukraine Resigns
Brink did not have an easy job—serving as the link between the United States and Ukraine at a time of profound difficulty for the latter country.
Leidos’ “Black Arrow” Missile Is Amazing—But It Might Be Too Late
The Black Arrow is an indicator of the deep trouble that the Pentagon finds itself in today. It may also be a way out.
We Just Got Our Best Look Yet at China’s J-36 Stealth Fighter
The most curious aspect of the J-36 footage seems to be the fact that the footage was taken at all.
How Trump’s Tariff War Could Strengthen America in the Long Run
By employing protectionist measures now, before the next great war begins, America can shield its eviscerated manufacturing sector—and perhaps restore it to fighting shape.
Vladimir Putin Is Preparing for War Against Starlink
Moscow has already made clear that it regards the Ukraine War as an existential conflict for its future. The Kremlin will stop at nothing to achieve victory—even if it means...
India Dreams of Israel’s Barak-MX Missile Defense System
For potential importers, the Barak-MX offers a cost-effective alternative to systems like the U.S. Patriot or the Russian S-400, combining advanced technology with operational flexibility.
Russia’s Air Force Is Still at Full Strength—but Its Navy Is a Mess
Thus far in the conflict, the Russian Aerospace Forces and the Russian Navy have had vastly different experiences.
These Three Countries Are Backing Russia’s War in Ukraine
Although Russia would like people to think that it is fighting alone in Ukraine, the Russian military relies on foreign military aid to a far greater degree than is usually...
Air Force Special Operations Command: Ready to Go Skyraiding!
The U.S. Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM) first missionized aircraft was based on an Air Tractor AT-802, a craft primarily employed for crop dusting