Category: Defense and Military Forces

Israel and Iran Usher In New Era of Psychological Warfare

The 12-day conflict was marked by a flurry of propaganda, disinformation and covert operations aided by artificial intelligence and spread by social media.
Iran Looks to BRICS for Allies, Testing a New World Order

The alliance of emerging economies hopes to offer a counterweight to the United States and other Western powers. But military strikes on Iran are testing its unity.
Germany’s Rheinmetall, a Maker of Autos and Arms, Is Forging Stronger US Ties

Rheinmetall, an automotive and arms maker, is using a partnership with the builder of F-35 fighter jets to move into aviation and expand its presence in America.
Europe Is Finally Ready to Spend More on Defense. The Hard Part Is How.

After a yearslong debate over NATO spending, European nations are poised to commit more funds to deter Russia. Now the region must decide how to unify its fragmented manufacturing.
As Trump Returns to G7, Rift With Allies Is Even Deeper

In 2018, the president called for the group to embrace Russia and stormed out of the summit. Now he is seeking to shrink America’s military role abroad and embarking on a more expansive trade war.
Why Trump Loves a Man in Uniform

As thousands of soldiers prepare to march in President Trump’s military parade, what exactly will we see?
How the UK Plans to Boost Its Economy

Rachel Reeves, the chancellor of the Exchequer, broke down public spending plans, including more money for the military, public transport and affordable housing.
China’s Grip on an Obscure Rare Earth Metal Threatens the West’s Militaries

China produces the entire world’s supply of samarium, a rare earth metal that the United States and its allies need to rebuild inventories of fighter jets, missiles and other hardware.
India Arrests an Academic for Antiwar Posts on Instagram

The arrest of a political science professor shows Indian leaders’ sensitivity to the political fallout from the military flare-up.
Can More Military Spending Revive an Economy? This British Town Hopes So.

Britain is spending billions of pounds more on defense, but wants the money to go beyond nuclear submarines to improve local jobs and prosperity. Barrow-in-Furness may be the model.
Israel’s A.I. Experiments in Gaza War Raise Ethical Concerns

Israel developed new artificial intelligence tools to gain an advantage in the war. The technologies have sometimes led to fatal consequences.
Trump Shuns Europe, and Its Defense Industry Tries to Capitalize

Europe’s weapons makers are prospering as the continent reconsiders its post-Cold War stance of favoring domestic investment over military spending.