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Franz-Stefan Gady

Franz-Stefan Gady

Franz-Stefan Gady is a Research Fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) focused on future conflict and the future of war. Follow him on Twitter.

Franz-Stefan Gady is a Fellow with the International Institute for Strategic Studies in London and a columnist for The Diplomat. He is the author of a number of monographs and book chapters on Asian and European security issues.

Franz-Stefan was a Senior Editor with The Diplomat. He has also reported from a wide range of countries and conflict zones including Afghanistan, Iraq, and Pakistan. His writing and photos have appeared in The International New York Times, BBC News, Foreign Affairs Magazine, Foreign Policy, The Christian Science Monitor, and Slate among other publications.

His analysis has been featured in The Financial Times and The Wallstreet Journal, and on Al Jazeera and PBSamong others.

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Posts by Franz-Stefan Gady
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July 24, 2015

Beijing Practices Invasion of South China Sea Islands

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Chinese Navy just deployed the world’s biggest hovercraft for an assault drill on Hainan Island.
July 24, 2015

Super Humans and Killer Robots: How the US Army Envisions Warfare in 2050

By Franz-Stefan Gady
2050: The year Terminator meets Universal Soldier.

July 24, 2015

Confirmed: US Navy Launches Underwater Drone From Sub

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The US Navy is making slow but steady progress in expanding its undersea warfare capabilities.

July 24, 2015

Surprise: India's New Fighter Jet Faces More Delays

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Once again, final operational clearance for the Tejas light fighter aircraft had to be postponed.

July 23, 2015

Confirmed: Beijing is Building World’s Largest Sea Plane for Use in South China Sea

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new plane will be able to execute a host of military assignments.
July 23, 2015

How the US Is Trying to Shape Norms in Cyberspace

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Washington appears to be serious about upholding the distinction between commercial versus traditional cyber espionage.

July 22, 2015

Is the Afghan Army Losing the War in Afghanistan?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Halfway through the fighting season, Afghan security forces are struggling to hold their ground.
July 22, 2015

Russia’s Next-Generation Strategic Bomber Delayed

By Franz-Stefan Gady
However, Moscow still plans to expand its long range strategic bomber force over the next few years.

July 22, 2015

Is Europe Conquering South Korea’s Defense Sector?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
European military hardware is becoming more popular on the Korean peninsula.

July 21, 2015

Surprise: Japan Sees China as Its Main National Security Threat

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Tokyo’s 2015 defense white paper highlights concerns over Beijing’s maritime ambitions in Asia.

July 21, 2015

Meet Russia's New Killer Robot

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A new robotic platform will be capable of carrying out a host of tasks, including reconnaissance and patrol missions.
July 20, 2015

China and Russia to Stage Amphibious Assault Exercise in Sea of Japan

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The naval drill will include about 20 warships and other vessels from both countries.

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