The U.S. Marine Corps differentiates itself from all other service branches in terms of the aircraft it fields for its missions. The mix blends a combination of strike fighters and attack helicopters, as well…
In terms of world air forces, the U.S. Navy ranks as the second largest, coming in just behind the U.S. Air Force and just ahead of China and Russia. With such an impressive fleet,…
Roughly a week ago, three Russian MiG-31 fighter aircraft (NATO designation: Foxhound) entered Estonian airspace near Vaindloo island. Although this only lasted for 12 minutes and the aircraft were intercepted, many Estonian officials are…
This past week, the United Nations convened for its 80th General Assembly which was marked by high-level meetings across the international community. The main topics of interest were Gaza and humanitarian relief, as well…
A man recently jumped from a cruise ship to avoid paying $16,000 in gambling debts. This is just one example of the lengths that people will go in order to avoid paying up. It…
Some of today’s military aircraft (e.g., B-52 Stratofortress, KC-135 tanker, or C-130 transport) are based on original designs from the 1950s. They have been updated and improved over the years, but the fundamental structures…
The pervading question since the end of World War II has been whether military strength or political alliances ultimately guarantee peace. The nuclear standoff of the Cold War, the rise of NATO, and Russia’s…
When it comes to NATO’s armored power, it isn’t Germany, France, or the United Kingdom that are leading the charge. Instead, Eastern members like Poland and Turkey field some of the largest tank fleets…
NATO’s air power is not just purely advanced fighter jets and stealth bombers, but more so the men and women in uniform that operate and maintain these air forces. Countries like Turkey and France…
24/7 Wall St. Insights: The most widely flown Russian aircraft is not actually any single MiG fighter jet The Mi-8/17 series was originally introduced in the 1960s but its newer variants came about in…
The first helicopter used for military purposes was the YR-4B. It was designed by Igor Sikorsky, a Russian-born citizen that emigrated to the United States in 1919 and designed the craft as an American…
In Europe, helicopter fleets are a key indicator of overall military strength. These aircraft perform a series of necessary duties from troop transport and logistics to close-air support that modern militaries rely upon. Countries…
Some of the most advanced weapons in any military arsenal aren’t on the battlefield or in the sky, but deep below the oceans. Much of the international balance of naval power is defined by…
Out of all European militaries, Ukraine’s armored forces stand as some of the strongest on the continent. With a tank force of more than 1,100, Ukraine has solidified its position as capable of sustaining…
Aircraft carriers are the ultimate symbol of naval dominance, serving as floating airbases capable of projecting power all over the world. These carriers are home to strike aircraft, helicopters, and tactical transports capable of…
Fighter jets are some of the most influential military assets in the Middle East, and Israel’s fleet is among the most advanced, featuring American-made F-35s and F-16s. But while Israel holds a technological edge,…
In the coming years, the U.S. Navy has plans to update its fleet with a new line of aircraft carriers to replace the aging Nimitz-class. Along with these, there are a series of other…
Israel is home to one of the Middle East’s most formidable military forces, not just in the skies but on the ground as well. With 1,300 tanks in its arsenal, Israel maintains one of…
When it comes to artillery dominance in Europe, Ukraine holds a clear advantage with nearly 300 multiple launch rocket systems in its arsenal. This number stands above other major regional powers, including Poland and…
With over 1.3 million soldiers at the ready, North Korea fields an army that rivals some of Asia’s largest military powers, and in some cases, it even surpasses them. While other nations like China…
