United States

Aerial Chess: NATO Draws Clear Line in the Sky Over Latvia

A NATO fighter jet shot down an unidentified drone in Latvian airspace, marking a significant escalation in the alliance's response protocols. The move sent a potent message to potential adversaries, but the lack of detail raises more questions than answers.

Europe

Britain’s $50 Billion Gamble on European Defence: A New Era?

As the UK leads a massive European effort to develop a new deep precision missile system, the continent's defence landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. But can the UK's post-Brexit identity accommodate a major European defence initiative?

United Kingdom

The Unwelcome Return of the Cold War

Russia's provocative aerial manoeuvres are a deliberate attempt to test NATO's readiness, pushing the boundaries of international norms and threatening the fragile peace.