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
How the Viet Cong Learned to Fear the Cessna A-37 Dragonfly
Cessna will always be known as a general aviation company. But Cessna has in fact crafted a formidable and proven wartime fighter in the A-37 Dragonfly.
The U.S. Air Force Wants Ten New EA-37B Jets. Why?
The EA-37B’s role is not the sort of thing to capture the public’s imagination. Even so, the plane will serve an important function in the Air Force’s future mission profile.
Japan’s I-19 Submarine was a Nightmare for the U.S. Navy in WWII
Despite the successes of the I-19 in the war, Japan was never able to connect these victories with a larger strategy for defeating the Americans and their allies.
Japan’s Battleship Yamato Is a Warning to Modern Naval Planners
Designers of the Yamato intended for this monster battleship to defeat any counterpart from the United States Navy. But the advent of aircraft carriers ensured that no such battle would...
Why Europe Is Building Its Own Space Program
The recent failed Spectrum rocket launch is another example of the poor state of Europe’s space program—but is, at least, a step in the right direction.
Inside the Navy’s Upcoming “Terminator” AI Fighter Jets
The exact extent of the plane’s autonomous capabilities remains unknown, but it is likely to be far more significant than any weapons system to date.
America’s Top NATO Commander Just Estimated Russian Losses In Ukraine—and They’re Lower Than Expected
Despite its heavy losses, the Russian military leadership persists in its attritional strategy, exchanging men for Ukrainian territory.
Why America Needs Its Own Iron Dome Air Defense
The Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and the Arrow 2/Arrow 3 systems ensure the security of Israel’s borders. America needs a similar capability.
The B-2s in the Indian Ocean Aren’t Just for Show!
Beginning last month, the B-2 bombers were sent to the island of Diego Garcia in the Chagos Archipelago as part of the U.S. military's build-up in the region.
Why America Couldn’t Get Rid of the B-36 Peacemaker Soon Enough
The size and complicated design of the B-36 Peacemaker caused perpetual headaches for her aircrew—and maintenance crews on the ground.
The Latest USS Iowa Is Almost Ready for Action
In a further sign that none of the Iowa-class battleships will ever return to service, the latest U.S. Navy vessel named for the Hawkeye State was officially commissioned into service...
German Military Deploys to Lithuania for the First Time Since WWII
In December 2023, Berlin and Vilnius agreed to a roadmap action plan that called for the stationing of thousands of foreign troops in Lithuania. Now, Germany plans to station 105...