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The Slow Death of the Russian Navy Has Begun
The weakest component of Russia’s military apparatus is arguably its Navy. The Admiral Kuznetsov, a Soviet-era ship, remains the sole aircraft carrier of the Russian fleet and has remained dry-docked for several years.
Mach 3.2 And More: What Is SR-71 Blackbird’s True Top Speed?
Most people would assume that America’s latest fifth-generation fighter jets are the fastest airframes to ever take to the skies. Both the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II are widely considered to be top-of-the-line airframes that possess an array of sophisticated capabilities. While stealth and supermaneuverability may accurately describe these formidable platforms, record-breaking speeds do not.
Should Turkey Get New F-16 Fighter Jets?
Turkey’s Foreign Minister met with his American counterpart Antony Blinken this week to discuss Ankara’s potential acquisition of new F-16 fighter jets. The $20 billion arms package also includes 79 upgrade kits to update Ankara’s current fleet of aging F-16 airframes.
Will Israel’s Air Attack Tech Help Ukraine Counter Russia’s Barrages?
Israel has begun to provide air attack alert technologies to Ukraine amidst Russia’s ongoing invasion.
Israel’s Jericho 3 Missile Could Deliver A Nuclear Weapon
Israel’s Jericho 3 missile reportedly has the capability to carry nuclear warheads. If its estimated range of 4,000-6,500 kilometers is accurate, this intermediate-range ballistic missile could hit Iran with plenty of room to spare – with some sources even giving it a range in the class of an ICBM.
Ghadir: Iran’s Killer Mini-Submarines (Thanks To North Korea)
The two branches of Iran’s navy, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy and the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, command a combined fleet of 34 vessels.
Putin’s List: 5 Weapons Russia’s Military Wants To Fight Ukraine
Recent news reports have indicated that Russian troops acquired Iranian-produced missiles for use in Ukraine as well as other weapons.
Israel’s Top 5 Weapons Of War (That Means F-35s, Drones And Lasers)
Surrounded by hostile neighbors, Israel has relied on its military capabilities to survive since its founding over seven decades ago.
Iran’s Space Program: ‘DNA’ For Its Missile Program?
Iran is rapidly accelerating its space efforts, according to the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force.
Iron Dome: Navy Edition (Yes, Israel Wants It)
A ship-mounted variant of the Iron Dome missile defense system was successfully tested by the Israeli Navy last month.
Iran Claims It Has A Hypersonic Missile
Iran’s latest grandiose pronouncement seems to indicate a giant leap forward in its missile technology.
Iran Could Transform The Ukraine War Into Missile Hell
Although the current conflict in Ukraine is primarily centered on the dominance of drone warfare, Russia’s potential procurement of missiles from Iran suggests a new phase in its campaign.
Iran’s Shahed-136 Drone: Killer Or Paper Tiger In Ukraine?
Drones have dominated the skies over Ukraine since the onset of Russia’s invasion nearly nine months ago.
IRGC Launches Attacks Targeting Kurds Amidst Iran Protests
Following a week of country-wide demonstrations in Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched an artillery strike targeting a Kurdish group’s base in northern Iraq.
Operation Opera: Did Israel Stop Saddam Hussein From Getting Nuclear Weapons?
On June 7, 1981, eight Israeli fighter jets launched a strike targeting Iraq’s nuclear reactor. Dubbed Operation Opera, this daring mission marked the first successful raid ever conducted against a nuclear reactor.
Could Israel really destroy Iran’s nuclear facilities in a strike?
Originally published in 19FortyFive.
Over the years, Israeli military officials have hinted at the country’s ability to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities if necessary. The Jewish state has led successful operations in the past, striking nuclear facilities in Iraq in 1981 and Syria in 2007.
How much of a threat are Iran’s drones?
Originally published in 19FortyFive.
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s drone arsenal has emerged as an increasingly lethal enterprise for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). While the regime has prioritized the expansion and development of its ballistic missile program in recent years, additional focus has been placed on its drone development. Its steady production of advanced drones is equally menacing.
How many nuclear weapons does Israel have?
Originally published in 19FortyFive
Although Israel has maintained its nuclear-ambiguous policy since its founding, military and industry officials predict the Jewish state has at least 90 nuclear warheads in its arsenal.
May 13 2022
May 12 2022
F-35I: Israel Has Its Very Own Custom Stealth Fighter
Israel’s air superiority over the Middle East can be attributed to its unique F-35I Adir stealth fighter jet – the only nation on Earth with a custom version of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
May 9 2022
May 4 2022
China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter Is A Serious Threat
China’s J-20 stealth fighter, a short explainer – The Chengdu J-20 “Mighty Dragon” jet represents a major breakthrough for Chinese military development
April 4 2022
What’s Fueling Africa’s New Terror Frontier?
Originally published in The National Interest
While all eyes remain on Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, an insidious spread of terror activity threatens to destabilize the entire Horn of Africa.
March 1 2022
Will Russia Demand Concessions on Ukraine to Revive the Iran Deal?
Originally published in The National Interest
Although Moscow and Tehran have a complex history of relations, the two countries share a common goal of creating a unified axis against the United States.
January 26 2022
How ISIS Is Violently Expanding Across Africa
Originally published in The National Interest
ISIS’ modus operandi—securing and metamorphosing pre-existing militant groups to serve as conduits for terror—has proven to be a successful strategy in Africa.
January 20 2022
Are Iran’s Proxies Becoming More Dangerous?
Originally published in The National Interest
In order to display a mirage of stability and strength, regime officials will likely lean even more on their proxy apparatus in the upcoming months.
December 7 2021
To counter Iran, Biden Should Support Iraq’s Election Outcome
Originally published in The National Interest
Iraq's recent election results provide an opportunity to counter Iran and strengthen the U.S.-Iraqi relationship.
November 24 2021
Why the Gulf States and America Can't Agree on Sudan
Originally published in National Interest
While the Biden administration’s motivations for brokering the Sudanese agreement may be in part based on international perceptions, the Gulf is coming from a different angle.
November 15 2021
Questioning the Houthis’ objectives? Follow their track record
Originally published in Jewish News Syndicate
If America wants to see different results in Yemen, then it must consider different tactics.
November 15 2021
How Sudan exploited Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict
Originally published in The National Interest
While civil war in Ethiopia continues, events in neighboring Sudan have further destabilized the Horn of Africa.
Nov. 9 2021
Overnight Drone Attack Reveals Iranian Ploy to Overturn Iraq’s Election
Originally published in The National Interest
Iran’s colossal defeat in the 2021 parliamentary election only added to the litany of upsets that the PMF groups have experienced during Kadhimi’s tenure. Although the assassination attempt failed, Iranian linked groups will likely try other methods to overturn the election results and remove parliamentary members from office.
Nov. 4 2021
Lebanon Becomes Latest Casualty of Saudi Arabia-Iran Rivalry
Originally published in The National Interest
Unless the new Lebanese government can gain distance from Hezbollah’s control, the Gulf may fail to be the saving grace the country so desperately needs.
Oct. 20 2021
Iraqi Election Results Put Pro-Iran Parties in the Hot Seat
Originally published in The National Interest
Without its proxies, Tehran’s ability to project power abroad is nearly nonexistent. Since Iraqi support for the PMF has already dwindled significantly in recent years, the preliminary election results do not bode well for Iran’s future in the country.
Oct. 14 2021
Will Iran’s Border Flare-Up with Azerbaijan Escalate?
Originally published in The National Interest
Iran continues to see Azerbaijan’s military strength and collaboration with Israel as threatening to its national security.
Sept. 15 2021
How Israel and Morocco Have Embraced the Abraham Accords
Originally published in The National Interest
Morocco and Israel are on a mutually beneficial path that will likely be strengthened as long as the agreement is recognized by the Biden administration as a success.
Aug. 25 2021
Why China-Taliban cooperation could be derailed by the Uyghur issue
Originally published in The Jewish News Syndicate
Beijing is concerned that the new de facto government in Afghanistan might encourage Muslim separatists in the People’s Republic to rise up against their oppressors.