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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 PBS, among others.

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Posts by Franz-Stefan Gady
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December 28, 2018

China’s S-400 Air Defense System Intercepts ‘Ballistic Target’ 250 Kilometers Away

By Franz-Stefan Gady
This constitutes the first time that China tested one of its recently acquired S-400 air defense systems.
December 27, 2018

Russia (Once Again) Announces Start of Sea Trials of ‘Doomsday Weapon’

By Franz-Stefan Gady
For the second time in 2018, Russia has announced the beginning of sea trials of its ‘Poseidon’ underwater drone.

December 27, 2018

Flashpoints and Arms Races to Watch in 2019

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Will 2019 see an increased chance for military confrontation in Asia?

December 20, 2018

Japanese Fighters Intercept Russian Nuclear-Capable Strike Attack Aircraft

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japanese fighter jets scrambled to intercept a Russian strike attack aircraft over the Sea of Japan on December 19.

December 20, 2018

China Holds Long-Range Air Combat Drill Near Taiwan

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Taiwan scrambled fighter jets to intercept Chinese bombers, fighter jets, and an electronic intelligence aircraft flying over the Bashi Strait.
December 20, 2018

Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile Reaches Early Operational Capability on US B-1B Bomber

By Franz-Stefan Gady
U.S. defense contractor Lockheed Martin has delivered the first set of Long-Range Anti-Ship Missiles to the U.S. Air Force.

December 19, 2018

Russia Is Building Military Barracks on Disputed Kuril Islands

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan has officially logged protest with Russia over the construction of military barracks on the disputed island chain.
December 19, 2018

Are 105 Extra F-35s the Best Option for Japan's Military?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The F-35 has always been seen as just an interim solution by Japanese defense planners as the aircraft cannot fulfill crucial operational requirements of the JASDF.

December 19, 2018

Japan Approves Plans to Convert Izumo-Class Into F-35-Carrying Aircraft Carriers

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s two largest warships will be converted into aircraft carriers over the next five years.

December 19, 2018

Japan Set to Become World’s Second Largest Operator of F-35 Stealth Fighters

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s cabinet has voted to buy over 100 extra F-35 stealth fighter jets.

December 18, 2018

Would the US Really Lose a War With China and Russia?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A new study offers little evidence for its bold generalizations that the U.S. is losing its ability to win a state-vs-state war.
December 18, 2018

US Navy Christens Latest Freedom-Class Littoral Class Combat Ship

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy’s newest surface combatant was christened on December 15 in Marinette, Wisconsin.

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