Why Nato is struggling to rebuild itself
There is now a ticking clock on reinventing the transatlantic alliance.
Why it matters if an American no longer commands NATO
Why it matters for European security if an American no longer commands Nato troops – by a former Trident submarine commander.
Britain must prepare as the ‘special relationship’ falters
In Britain’s industrial heartlands, the whir of high-spec machining centres is more than just an economic backdrop of activity: it is the bedrock of the nation’s defence capabilities. By Jon Harper, Co-Owner and Director at International Precision Engineering Yet many industry insiders now warn that the country is dangerously unprepared to face emerging threats if its longstanding “special relationship” with the...
UK needs a sub-strategic nuclear deterrent argue experts
The UK must regenerate a sub-strategic nuclear deterrent, according to a new paper from the Council on Geostrategy. The authors warn that growing Russian threats and uncertain US guarantees demand a more flexible British nuclear posture.
Turkey is a powerful broker in the current world crisis
While Turkey’s government is struggling to deal with mass protests at home (after Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was imprisoned), in foreign affairs it is in an increasingly strong position as a key power broker in deals with Europe, the US and Russia.
The critical role of trade shows in showcasing future tech
As the West and its allies face mounting threats, trade shows are more crucial than ever for showcasing cutting-edge technology and shaping the conversation, observes Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Jon Pentreath CB, OBE, DSEI Senior Military Advisor.
Britain is a powerful country – but let’s not be silly
Britain is often portrayed as a nation in decline, but its global influence and capabilities remain significant. As one of the world’s leading nations, the United Kingdom still punches above its weight on the international stage.
Why the British army is unprepared for Ukraine
Why the British army is so unprepared to send troops to Ukraine. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that Britain is “ready and willing to contribute to security guarantees to Ukraine by putting our own troops on the ground if necessary”. While reports suggest these would be “peacekeeping” forces, the reality is that true peacekeepers must be impartial. British troops placed...
The UK’s Space Imperative: Security & Economic Resilience
As countries grow increasingly reliant on space systems for economic stability and military security, the urgency for robust space defence capabilities has never been greater argues Martin Rowse of Airbus Defence and Space in the UK.
Reviving RAF pilot retention: Making the job ‘Cool’ again
To keep people, the RAF should invest in making the job cool again and reinvigorating the individual experience argues a Royal Air Force pilot in this submission to the UK Defence Journal.
