by Dr. Aziz Erdogan* | Mar 12, 2020 | Commentary, Defence & Security, Political & Hybrid Warfare
Recent Developments Russia is developing six “NextGen” missile systems; however, some of them are currently suffering from “childhood illnesses”. One of those is Tsirkon (3M22 Zirkon) according to the Chief Admiral of Russian Navy. Admiral Nikolai...
by Transatlantic Task Force | Dec 8, 2019 | Defence & Security, Disruptive Technologies, Research
Understanding the behavior of a terrorist group is a complex phenomenon because of the uncertainty in strategies and tactics used by terrorists. Current literature suggests that terrorism has an evolutionary nature and terrorist groups change behavior according to a...
by Dr. Aziz Erdogan* | Nov 2, 2019 | Commentary, Defence & Security, Political & Hybrid Warfare
Introduction As other countries are also working on next-generation missiles, China is pursuing a long-term strategy in order to build strategic technologies and bridging the capacity gap with the West, following Russia’s approach. Currently, the most powerful...
by Dr. Aziz Erdogan* | Oct 18, 2019 | Commentary, Defence & Security, Political & Hybrid Warfare
Introduction Technological developments are critical for the robust national defense industry, which is deemed an essential element of national security. The Chinese military has unveiled a new hypersonic ballistic nuclear missile that could violate all existing...
by Victor Mahieu* | Oct 16, 2019 | Commentary, Defence & Security, Political & Hybrid Warfare
On September 25, China launched its first type-075-class Land Helicopter Dock. Following this event, a notable amount of coverage has been generated over the last weeks. Many experts and columnists may have over-emphasized the role of China’s new vessel regarding a...
by Victor Mahieu* | Sep 30, 2019 | Commentary, Defence & Security, Political & Hybrid Warfare
In recent years Europeans have made important steps forward – PESCO, CARD, European Defence Fund – in developing a more unified and coherent European Defence Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB). In an era characterized by strategic uncertainty, the EU is willing...
