Besides the German order, Eurofighter also announced the Phase 4 Enhancement which will include new capabilities, as well as study to extend the service life of the Typhoon.
India successfully test-fired the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from a Su-30 fighter jet, marking a significant advancement in its defence capabilities. The missile, incorporating indigenous technologies, met all trial objectives, validating its propulsion system and control and guidance algorithm. This successful test reinforces the RudraM-II system s role as a force multiplier for the armed forces, with future developments focused on enhancing India s air superiority tactical capability.
President Macron’s speech in February on nuclear deterrence created a new door for a possible nuclear dialogue with European partners. The key to that door most likely lies in Berlin, but no one there seems inclined to pick it up.
The world is changing fast and not for the better. Russia is transitioning back into a Soviet-style war economy, and its military power will increase enormously. At the moment we are kept safe, at very little cost to ourselves, by the heroic sacrifices of the Ukrainians. That can’t go on forever.