Europe

Tanks T-80 of the Ukrainian army at the training ground during the exercises.

To Save Ukraine, Trump Needs to Think Bigger

Ukraine’s security future must be integrated into Europe’s, and squarely into the process of refashioning the U.S.-Russian relationship.

The Airbus A400M Atlas Proves Europe Can Work Together

The Airbus A400M Atlas is a symbol of European high-tech and military collaboration. It is a highly capable platform, blending tactical flexibility with strategic reach. 

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy talks on the occasion of the Air Forces Day standing against the background of the Ukrainian Air Force's F-16 fighter jets.

Ukraine Warns Citizens Not to Share Videos of Combat Aircraft

Ukrainian officials have cautioned citizens from posting videos of their aircraft, notably the U.S.-made F-16 Fighting Falcon, citing the possibility that the footage could aid the Russian onslaught.

Pabrade/Lithuania October 21, 2019 US Army's 1st Armoured Battalion of the 9th Regiment, 1st Division from Fort Hood in Texas prepares an Abrams battle tank at the Pabrade railway station .

Australia Donated M1 Abrams MBTs Could be Stuck in Poland

Last year, Australia pledged to send forty-nine M1A1 Abrams to Ukraine. Those valuable vehicles are currently stuck in Poland, as operations at an American-run transfer facility are stalled.

St. Basil's Cathedral on Red Square with a large number of people is hidden behind bars. Moscow behind bars, Russia.

Sanctions and Resetting U.S.-Russian Relations

If sanctions have proven ineffective at reversing the war or fostering democratic change, what should complement or replace them? While President Trump pushes for a Russian-Ukrainian ceasefire, Moscow and Washington...

Monument of Mother Motherland in Kyiv, Ukraine

Why Ukrainians Won’t Give Up

Just as America is the land of the free, so is Ukraine. Freedom is the highest value in Ukraine.

U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning IIs from the 356th Fighter Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base fly side by side with Republic of Korea Air Force F-35s.

Portugal May Not Buy the F-35 Stealth Fighter After All

If Lisbon does end up forgoing the F-35, it could look to purchase less capable European options.

5th Generation F-35 Fighter jet airplane flying missiles on a combat mission. Modern fighter jets and Airforce pilots on deployment for air defence.

Canada and Portugal May Pass on the F-35, but Germany and Turkey Are In

Germany remains committed to adopting the F-35 from the United States amidst the new rifts within the NATO alliance. Turkey may also be on track for new F-35s.

Italy’s Vaunted “Phoenix” Helicopter Promises Much and Delivers Little

Italy has its heart in the right place, but it is likely buying a pre-failed helicopter system.

French Air Force Dassault Rafale fighter jets taxiing to the runway at Mont-de-Marsan Airbase. France, Europe. - May 17, 2019.

European Strategic Autonomy is an Illusion

Europe still needs U.S. help to properly equip itself for defending the continent.

Barcelona, Spain; June 1, 2024: Detail of two smiling tank soldiers peeking out of the hatches of the turret of the Leopard tank at the Bruch barracks.

Spain’s Leopard 2 MBTs Getting Major Upgrade

Spanish-based military company Indra Sistemas and its German counterpart, Rheinmetall Electronics, agreed to work together to enhance Madrid's fleet of Leopard 2E main battle tanks.

The Ju 87 Stuka: Hitler’s Screaming Terror in the Skies Above Europe

The Stuka was as much a psychological warfare weapon as it was an actual weapon of war.