The Cold War showed that strategic deterrence works to keep the peace among the nuclear-armed powers. It also showed that these arms have almost no use in regional conflicts. With two nuclear superpowers embroiled in two wars, revisiting America’s 20th-century experiences is crucial.
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Nine European countries and Ukraine formed a coalition to develop purely defensive anti-ballistic missile capabilities in Europe. They will pool defense industry, research and operational experience to build a shared European missile capacity. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Paris on Monday for a meeting of Kyiv’s allies to reaffirm support for Ukraine and pressure Russia to end the war.
New York Times reported Russia exploits Japan as an intelligence hub and sources dual-use components, using intermediaries in Vietnam, Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka. Japan's parliament this year approved legislation paving the way for the creation of a new national body to coordinate its fragmented intelligence activities.
37 heads of state met in Paris on Monday to reaffirm support for Ukraine. On the sidelines of the meeting, 10 European countries announced the launch of a new Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition. Ukraine will be acquiring new-generation SAMP/T batteries for its air defense arsenal and 16 Rafale fighter jets.
GPF predicts that the U.S. is trying to reduce its involvement in the Eastern Hemisphere. Japan has increased its military power and Australia is doing likewise, often in collaboration with Japan. Other nations such as Indonesia, New Zealand and Vietnam have followed suit. This month, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited Japan, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. He reached agreements on economic cooperation and on defense cooperation.
Norway revoked export approval for a missile system intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy's Littoral Combat Ships. Malaysia considers the cancellation of the export license as an unexpected breach of trust. Malaysia's navy needs modernization. The 13th Malaysia Plan may decide whether Malaysia can accelerate naval modernization or remain trapped in prolonged procurement uncertainty. Türkiye has developed an indigenous naval industry.
The Cold War showed that strategic deterrence works to keep the peace among the nuclear-armed powers. It also showed that these arms have almost no use in regional conflicts. With two nuclear superpowers embroiled in two wars, revisiting America’s 20th-century experiences is crucial.
Weekly digital edition of SPIEGEL includes e-paper (PDF), digital archive and S+ newsletter. Free access to all S+ articles on SPIEGel.de and in the app (e-paper, digital archive, and newsletter). For more information, visit the website.
Nine European countries and Ukraine formed a coalition to develop purely defensive anti-ballistic missile capabilities in Europe. They will pool defense industry, research and operational experience to build a shared European missile capacity. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Paris on Monday for a meeting of Kyiv’s allies to reaffirm support for Ukraine and pressure Russia to end the war.
New York Times reported Russia exploits Japan as an intelligence hub and sources dual-use components, using intermediaries in Vietnam, Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka. Japan's parliament this year approved legislation paving the way for the creation of a new national body to coordinate its fragmented intelligence activities.
37 heads of state met in Paris on Monday to reaffirm support for Ukraine. On the sidelines of the meeting, 10 European countries announced the launch of a new Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition. Ukraine will be acquiring new-generation SAMP/T batteries for its air defense arsenal and 16 Rafale fighter jets.
GPF predicts that the U.S. is trying to reduce its involvement in the Eastern Hemisphere. Japan has increased its military power and Australia is doing likewise, often in collaboration with Japan. Other nations such as Indonesia, New Zealand and Vietnam have followed suit. This month, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited Japan, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. He reached agreements on economic cooperation and on defense cooperation.
Norway revoked export approval for a missile system intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy's Littoral Combat Ships. Malaysia considers the cancellation of the export license as an unexpected breach of trust. Malaysia's navy needs modernization. The 13th Malaysia Plan may decide whether Malaysia can accelerate naval modernization or remain trapped in prolonged procurement uncertainty. Türkiye has developed an indigenous naval industry.