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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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August 28, 2018

Russia Kicks Off Work on Engine for Nuclear-Powered Supercarrier

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A Russian Navy research institute has reportedly commenced work on engine designs for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
August 28, 2018

India’s Defense Ministry Approves Purchase of 150 Indigenously Made Towed Howitzers

By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the purchase of 150 Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems.

August 28, 2018

China’s New Type 055 Guided Missile Destroyer Begins Sea Trials

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The lead ship of a new class of Chinese guided missile destroyers commenced first sea trials on August 24.

August 28, 2018

India’s Defense Ministry Approves Procurement of 135 Helicopters for Navy

By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the procurement of 111 light naval utility and 24 naval multirole helicopters.

August 27, 2018

Russia Inducts New S-400 Long-Range Air Defense Regiment Into Service

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense industry has reportedly delivered a new S-400 regiment to the Russian armed forces ahead of schedule.
August 27, 2018

China’s New Aircraft Carrier Sets Out for Second Round of Sea Trials

By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s first domestically built flattop headed out for a second round of sea trials on August 26.

August 24, 2018

US Navy Accepts Delivery of Two Littoral Combat Ships

By Franz-Stefan Gady
In an unusual ceremony, two littoral combat ships were delivered to the U.S. Navy yesterday.
August 24, 2018

Russia Orders 132 T-14 Armata Main Battle Tanks and T-15 Infantry Fighting Vehicles

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense ministry signed a contract with tank manufacturer Uralvagonzavod for 132 T-14s and T-15s on August 22.

August 23, 2018

South Korea to Launch First 3,000-ton KSS-III Diesel-Electric Attack Sub Next Month

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first of nine locally built 3,000-ton diesel-electric attack subs will reportedly be launched next month.

August 23, 2018

India Successfully Tests Indigenous Air-Launched Anti-Tank Guided Missile

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A Helina anti-tank guided missile was successfully test fired from an Indian Army helicopter this month.

August 22, 2018

Russia’s Defense Ministry to Ink Contract for 12 Su-57 Stealth Fighters Soon

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense ministry and United Aircraft Corporation are expected to sign the contract for 12 Su-57s this week.
August 22, 2018

India Test Fires Short-Range Ballistic Missiles From Submerged Sub

By Franz-Stefan Gady
With the recent test firing of three submarine-launched ballistic missiles, India is inching closer to completing its nuclear triad.

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