The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-29

Russia's triple demographic blow: war, mortality and the erosion of national power

High military casualties, estimated in the tens of thousands, have disproportionately affected young, working-age men -- the demographic backbone of Russia's economy.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-29

'Flying Chernobyl' or superweapon? Russia's nuclear-powered missile is plagued by failures, fueled by fear

Despite Putin's boasts of an 'invincible' weapon, the Burevestnik missile's troubled history and extreme risks suggest its primary value is as a tool of psychological and strategic intimidation.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-23

Misawa Air Fest 2025: Bridging skies, cultures and communities

The event highlighted how collaboration can drive innovation, support economic growth and inspire future generations.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-22

UK and Philippines bolster defense ties to safeguard free navigation

Manila's security partners already span the globe from Oceania to North America. They could include the UK if talks succeed.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-13

Russia's Putin orders biggest autumn army call-up since 2016

Russia has been plugging battlefield gaps with a mix of foreign fighters, coerced conscripts and even elite nuclear personnel, anything to avoid another politically explosive mobilization.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-10-08

Australia's A$2 billion missile deal: strengthening defense in the Indo-Pacific

The weapons purchase is part of Australia's broader strategy to build a layered defense architecture capable of addressing current and future threats.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-09-22

How Zapad 2025 war games highlighted regional instability, not power

The exercise highlighted the risks of deploying tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus and underscored the limitations of the Russia-Belarus alliance in the face of NATO's superior capabilities.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-09-16

Russia's child soldier pipeline: from video games to battlefield drones

While the use of minors in active military roles is strictly prohibited under international law, Moscow's state-sponsored pipeline is training children as young as 13 to build and operate drones.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-09-15

Polish Youth Do Summer Army Bootcamp As Russian Threat Grows

The Defense Ministry launched the 'Vacation with the Army' program last year, along with exercises in schools and weekend boot camps for civilians,

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Defense Trends 2025-09-12

North Korea's Kim oversees ICBM engine test, fueling heightened tensions in region

The engine test came a week after the North unveiled its new Hwasong-20, billed as its next-generation ICBM.