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World

Report: Attacks Have Not Damaged Iranian Nuclear Infrastructure

Israeli forces have gained control over airspace above Tehran, conducting airstrikes without damaging Iran's nuclear infrastructure, according to a report by the Institute for the Study of War.

Mar 2 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

Warning: Putin may be planning a 'nuclear accident'

The Institute for the Study of War warns that Russia might stage a nuclear incident to distract from its military failures in Ukraine and shift blame towards Ukraine.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Herzog Institute takes action in the STF against amnesty for the murder of Rubens Paiva

The Vladimir Herzog Institute has been admitted as amicus curiae in a Supreme Federal Court case regarding the applicability of the Amnesty Law to the case of Rubens Paiva, a former congressman who was disappeared and murdered during the military dictatorship in Brazil.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

US Strategic Studies Institute Report: Europe Suffers Significant Defense Shortcomings

A report by the US Strategic Studies Institute highlights Europe's defense shortcomings amid rising military spending and geopolitical tensions.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Russia's Military Spending Triples Compared to 2021, Momentum Slows: Military Balance

A report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) reveals that Russia's military spending has tripled since 2021, although the growth momentum has significantly slowed down.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Germany, the new engine of European rearmament

Germany is emerging as a key player in Europe's military rearmament, as European military spending rises to account for 21% of global expenditures according to the latest report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

European armies are not adequately prepared in the field of offensive drones

A report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies highlights significant gaps in military preparedness among European armies, particularly concerning advancements in offensive drone technology resulting from the Ukraine War.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Research Institute: Europe has significant shortcomings in its defense

A report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies highlights major deficiencies in European defense capabilities, emphasizing the need for increased military readiness.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Think Tank: Geopolitical Uncertainty Increases Defense Spending of Countries Worldwide

The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) reported that global defense spending has surged to $2.63 trillion in 2025 due to geopolitical uncertainty and military expenses, particularly influenced by the conflict in Ukraine.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

It Can Hit You with 20,000 Ammunition Per Day: This Is How China Can Overwhelm Taiwan

Analysts are increasingly alarmed by China's potential to saturate Taiwan's defenses with a massive daily barrage of precision munitions, rendering any U.S. intervention less effective.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
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World

Russia Lies About Incredible Frontline Successes: Analysts Reveal What Really Happens at the Front

Analysts from the Institute for the Study of War contradict Russian claims of significant territorial gains in Ukraine, asserting that the reality is much more modest.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

"Putin may have seen a threat to his regime": Analysts (ISW) interpret two recent Kremlin moves

Analysts from the Institute for the Study of War suggest that recent moves by Vladimir Putin indicate he perceives a potential threat to his regime.

Feb 12 โ€ข 19:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Virginia Democrats retreat on VMI funding threat after Trump administration warns of 'extraordinary measures'

Virginia Democrats have amended proposed legislation that would have allowed for the revocation of state funding for the Virginia Military Institute after receiving pressure from the Trump administration and others.

Feb 11 โ€ข 21:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Institute: Military aid to Ukraine significantly decreased last year and was lower than in 2022

Military aid to Ukraine fell significantly in 2025, dropping below levels seen in 2022 as U.S. support diminished, according to the Kiel Institute.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Europe has taken over support for Ukraine

Europe has significantly increased its military, financial, and humanitarian support for Ukraine following a near-total withdrawal of American assistance in 2025, according to a report from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Without the US, military aid to Ukraine in 2025 was the lowest since the war began, says European institute

A report highlights that military and economic aid to Ukraine in 2025 reached its lowest level since the onset of the war, significantly impacted by the withdrawal of U.S. support.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Think Tank: Aid to Ukraine has dropped to record lows following US cuts

Military aid to Ukraine has reached record lows in 2025 as US funding ceases, leaving Europe as the primary donor, according to the Kiel Institute.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

War in Ukraine: Military Aid at its Lowest, but Europe Limits the Decline

Military aid to Ukraine has decreased significantly, reaching its lowest point amid reduced American support, although European nations are making noteworthy efforts to fill the gap.

Feb 11 โ€ข 06:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

Russia exploits peace talks - strikes with increased force

Russia is stockpiling drones and missiles during peace negotiations, intensifying attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure after the talks conclude, according to an analysis by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

DAVID MARCUS: Only Hegseth can save storied Virginia Military Institute from woke state lawmakers

This article discusses the threat faced by Virginia Military Institute from proposed legislative measures aimed at addressing systemic racism, which could undermine the institution's independence and funding.

Feb 7 โ€ข 22:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
World

The Development of the Fighting (Day 1443): How Russia's War with NATO Would Look Based on Experiences from Ukraine

The NATO Educational Institute analyzes the evolution of Russian strategic thinking amidst ongoing conflicts, including recent Russian advances and tactical drone countermeasures by Ukraine.

Feb 6 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
World

Development of battles (Day 1443): How a war between Russia and NATO would look based on experiences from Ukraine

The NATO educational institute analyzed Russian strategic thinking amidst increasing military action along the Ukraine border, including the assassination of a Russian general and ongoing attacks on Ukrainian territory.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government divided the social security of the military into two, one for the armed forces and another for the security forces: what will happen to the affiliates

The Argentine government has dissolved the Military Social Security Institute (IOSFA) and replaced it with two separate social security programs for armed forces and security forces members due to its financial issues.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: the Government dissolved the IOSFA, the social security of the Armed Forces

The government dissolved the Armed Forces and Security Health Insurance Institute (IOSFA) through a decree, creating two new autonomous agencies for military and federal security forces.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Latvia is among the largest military aid providers to Ukraine, according to a study

According to a report by the Peterson Institute for International Economics, Latvia is one of the largest military aid providers to Ukraine, allocating 1.64% of its GDP for military assistance from January 2022 to October 2025.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

FRESH RESEARCH โŸฉ Denmark contributes the most to Ukraine assistance relative to GDP, Estonia ranks high in second place

A recent report from the Peterson Institute for International Economics reveals that Denmark is the leading military supporter of Ukraine in relation to its GDP, with the Baltic and Nordic countries at the forefront while the United States and major Western European countries lag behind.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

Pessimism in Norway: 'This can no longer be stopped, Trump is taking Greenland'

A conference organized by the Fridtjof Nansen Institute discussed the pressures from Donald Trump regarding Greenland, with a pessimistic tone on the potential for military intervention.

Jan 16 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

Putin's 'youth army' preparing for attacks on the West? 'This level of mobilization raises concerns'

A report from the British think tank Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) reveals Russia is training millions of young people in sabotage operations to bolster its hybrid warfare against Europe and the West.

Jan 14 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Boryszew Group a new player in the arms industry? "Drones are just the beginning"

The Boryszew Group is shifting its strategy due to geopolitical factors and plans to start drone production in collaboration with the Military Aviation Technical Institute.

Jan 7 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Russian portal: An attack on Putin's residence would only be possible by miracle

The American Institute for the Study of War has released additional information regarding an alleged attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence, referencing an investigation by the Russian opposition portal Sota.

Dec 30 โ€ข 18:42 UTC

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