Russia has developed a long-range strike drone industry since 2022, rivaling its nuclear sector in technology and resource investment, with thousands of Geran drones produced daily, offering strategic advantages over traditional weaponry.
Modern militaries are developing specialized anti-drone bullets as a close-range defense against unmanned aerial systems. These bullets, designed to fragment or disperse, offer frontline soldiers a practical tool to counter drones that evade larger air defense systems. India's ARDE and private firm SSS Defence are among those developing this technology.
Anduril CEO Brian Schimpf stated that modern warfare's focus has shifted to economic disruption, targeting infrastructure like data centers and refineries. He noted the rise of drone technology and supply chain vulnerabilities as key concerns, particularly for the US due to its ties with China. Schimpf also commented on the defense tech sector's high valuations, suggesting a potential bubble.
Despite advancements in stealth and speed, large, slow bombers like the B-52, Tu-95, and H-6 remain vital due to their long range, heavy payload capacity for nuclear and conventional weapons, and cost-effectiveness. Modern upgrades enhance their capabilities for standoff strikes and nuclear deterrence.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advised new armed forces recruits to be mentally prepared for modern warfare, noting that advanced technology and tactics allow smaller nations to inflict significant damage. He also praised the Indian Air Force's humanitarian missions and the inclusion of female pilots, emphasizing the force's strength and inclusive nature.
Chinese defense scientists have published a step-by-step guide on how to destroy a US carrier group from 3,000km away. The research, led by associate professor Gao Tianyun and published in Tactical Missile Technology, details how to target US Navy ships operating near China.
The increasing autonomy of AI-powered drones in warfare raises urgent ethical and legal questions about programming morality into weapons systems. Experts debate whether AI can make moral decisions, distinguish combatants from civilians, and the implications of a "kill box" scenario.
Drones, robots, and AI are rapidly changing modern warfare, with Ukraine leveraging drones as a key asset against Russia and Iran showcasing its drone capabilities. The US is adapting its defense strategies, and China and Japan are accelerating their development of unmanned weapon systems.
China's fourth aircraft carrier, the Type 004, is rapidly taking shape, featuring advanced capabilities like nuclear power and electromagnetic catapults. This development highlights global investment in aircraft carriers, despite their vulnerability to modern threats like drones and missiles.
According to the newspaper, the United States has spent hundreds of billions of dollars on ships and planes that are good at defeating competitors’ ships and planes but ineffective against cheaper, mass-produced weapons
The Pentagon is significantly expanding its use of Google's Gemini AI, with its AI chief confirming substantial efficiency gains saving thousands of man-hours weekly. This move follows a fallout with Anthropic over supply chain risks. While diversifying AI partnerships, the DOD is embracing Gemini for modern warfare, despite internal pushback at Google.
The Pentagon has confirmed it is expanding its use of Google's Gemini AI model, two months after dropping Anthropic over supply chain risk concerns. DOD's head of AI Cameron Stanley highlighted significant efficiency gains, saving thousands of man hours weekly. The confirmation comes amid ongoing legal disputes with Anthropic and internal controversy at Google, where over 700 employees signed a letter opposing classified workloads.
Vasily Osmakov said the evolving pace and nature of combat operations place new demands on the energy supply of troops
During the "Grand Quadriga 2026" exercise, the German army has been demonstrating the transformation of modern warfare, where drones, data and speed are increasingly decisive.
The analysts said it is clear that Western air defense doctrine which relies on fighter-interceptors and long-range systems is considerably less in line with modern realities than Russia’s multi-layered air defense system doctrine
