Over the weekend, Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a powerful paramilitary group, admitted to being pushed out of Khartoum, the country’s capital. This marks a turning point in Sudan’s current Civil War, which has…
According to the United Nations, 15 Palestinian paramedics and rescue workers were killed by Israeli forces eight days ago in southern Gaza. Included in the deaths was at least one United Nations employee. As…
Although chemical weapons are technically and legally not allowed to be used in combat scenarios, several countries have or may attempt to do so should they believe they could get away with it. This…
Over the past year, countries around the world have risen and fallen in terms of military power. One of the most pivotal factors in this calculus is the overall size of a country’s military.…
The sheer number of army personnel a country can marshal not only reflects its military strength but also implies a huge financial investment. Nations like China, India, and the United States, which are home…
In the 20th century, tanks played an integral role in deciding the balance of power across Europe in two major wars. Since then, NATO nations have made it a point to have a sizable…
NATO has long been known for its naval power, with a few of its member states possessing some of the largest and most sophisticated naval forces in the world. These forces also imply a…
Comparing the military might of the United States and Russia has long been a topic of serious speculation, with each nation possessing some of the largest and most advanced armed forces in the world.…
Naval dominance has long been a determining factor in trade, power projection, and geopolitical relationships. While America’s military ship and submarine fleet, and the fleets of other world powers, once ruled the seas unchallenged,…
As global tensions rise and military strategies shift, some key U.S. allies are choosing to focus on air power. In some regions where powerful neighbors are expanding their influence, these countries are building a…
Generally speaking, larger military budgets imply larger and stronger military forces. There are some exceptions to this rule, but by and large the countries that spend the most on their military forces are the…
The United States Navy is constantly evolving and integrating cutting-edge technology to maintain its global maritime dominance and ensure national defense. This year, several key vessels will be commissioned into the fleet, including a…
Helicopter carriers play an important role in some of the strongest navies in the world. They facilitate logistical operations and allow for rapid troop deployment should the need arise. While these vessels are not…
Global economics and military strength are highly intertwined. Having the cash to finance an army is paramount to a country’s standing on the world stage. At the center of this is a nation’s foreign…
When it comes to our nation’s defense, the U.S. Navy SEALs play a critical — and sometimes understated — role. If you’ve ever been even the least bit curious about what the SEALs do…
