A Forecast International blog about the arms trade, geopolitics, defense and security, and military spending.
A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments The Trump administration is still pushing for Kyiv to agree to a minerals …
This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (March 28) Read More
As European capitals grapple with Washington’s changing foreign policy priorities under the Trump administration, the continent is increasingly coming to terms with the state of its military readiness, especially in …
ReArm Europe: A Look at the European Commission White Paper Read More
“Now is the time to speak honestly so that every European understands what is at stake. A new international order will be formed in the second half of this decade …
Beyond Headlines: Europe’s Defense Dream vs. Reality Read More
Even by the already busy ticker of news regarding the advancement of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) technology, recent weeks have seen an intense flurry of reported events related to the …
A March of Progress for Counter-UAS Technology Read More
The highly-anticipated selection of the prime builder for the U.S. Air Force’s future sixth-generation fighter took place this past Friday. In an Oval Office announcement, President Trump, joined by top …
Boeing Takes the Helm for U.S. Air Force Next-Gen Fighter Read More
A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call …
This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (March 21) Read More
Canada has announced plans to purchase a new Arctic over-the-horizon radar (A-OTHR) system from BAE Systems Australia for more than CAD 6 billion ($4 billion). The system, known as the …
Canada Buying $4 Billion Arctic Over-the-Horizon Radar from Australia Read More
The likely next chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, announced on Friday, March 14, that he had secured enough votes to enable a massive new expenditure plan aimed at infrastructure and …
Germany’s Landmark Spending Deal Gets Approved – Now Comes the Lift Read More
The Canadian government is re-evaluating its planned purchase of F-35A fighter jets due to the escalating trade tensions with the United States. Prime Minister Mark Carney has directed Defense Minister …
Canada’s F-35 Purchase Under Review Amid Trade War with U.S. Read More
A snapshot of recent news from sources around the world on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Political Developments U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Saudi Arabia for talks after Washington temporarily …
This Week in the Russia-Ukraine War (March 14) Read More