Kris Osborn

As Israeli tanks prepare to roll into Southern Lebanon, the battle-tested Merkava tanks, with their advanced Trophy Active Protection System, will be key in facing Hezbollah’s growing arsenal of anti-armor weapons, potentially altering the landscape of the conflict.

Ukrainian forces, armed with advanced shoulder-fired anti-tank weapons like the Javelin and Carl Gustaf, have turned the tide of modern warfare, demonstrating how nimble, dismounted units can cripple Russia’s armored might with devastating precision.

Ukraine’s deployment of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) off the coast of Odessa has not only bolstered its coastal defense capabilities but also delivered key offensive advantages, including successful kamikaze drone attacks on Russian warships, reshaping the balance of power in the region’s maritime conflict.

China’s DF-26 “carrier-killer” missile may boast impressive range, but the PLA’s scramble to improve targeting and guidance systems suggests its ability to accurately hit moving targets at sea remains an open question.

The Su-27’s influence on modern Russian fighter jets, from the Su-30 to the Su-35, is undeniable, proving that even a Cold War-era design can continue to shape the future of aerial combat.

The prospect of China launching its stealthy GJ-11 drone from a Type 075 amphibious assault ship may still be more of an aspiration than a reality, but its potential to challenge U.S. naval superiority certainly raises alarms at the Pentagon.

China’s new H-20 bomber, with its potentially game-changing 8,500km range and striking resemblance to the US B-2 Spirit, raises significant concerns about its stealth capabilities and the broader threat it poses to global security.

The Pentagon’s revamped Arctic strategy highlights the growing need for cutting-edge technology, enhanced military training, and international cooperation as climate change, Russian aggression, and China’s expanding influence transform the once-remote region into a critical arena for global power competition.

An interview with the CEO of the Space Foundation, a non-profit focused on space related education and technology.

The evolving battlefield proves that while tanks alone may be vulnerable, when paired with advanced ISR, AI-enabled systems, and modern tactics, they remain an indispensable force capable of breaking through even the most fortified defenses.

The growing military cooperation between China and Russia, highlighted by these massive drills, is a stark reminder that both nations are leveraging their alliance to challenge U.S. influence and reshape the global balance of power.

The rare high-level talks between American and Chinese military leaders signal a cautious step toward de-escalation in the increasingly volatile South China Sea, though underlying tensions remain far from resolved.