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It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Kelluu’s airships on the radar of Nato and conspiracists alike
The unmanned, 12-metre long hydrogen-powered airships combine drone precision with satellite scale to gather high-resolution data for civilian and defence customers.
Europe wants security but only during office hours
Happy New Year, dear reader. Is your tail bushy? Are your favourite new garments from Santa laid out for work tomorrow? Are you prepped and ready to roll? All set to lead from the…
The hidden threat to Europe’s defence is its own broken bridges and red tape
From weak bridges to cross-border delays, Europe’s transport systems are undermining Nato’s ability to defend its eastern flank. The race is on to build a military network that actually works.
On the cold front
In northern Norway, Nato is conducting one of the largest military drills in its history – its first since Russia invaded Ukraine. As 30,000 troops rehearse for war, what lies ahead for the alliance?
Batten down the hatches: Join the French navy aboard the ‘Chevalier Paul’
As France reasserts itself on the world stage, we visit the historic naval base at the epicentre of its maritime prowess.
Defence
Why modern militaries are offering cushy perks to recruits and the Thai military’s surprising new mascot.
