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China's Military May Almost Have 3000 Aircraft, But What About Everyone Else?
By Robert Farley
Why Concerns Over Drone Proliferation Are Overblown
By Andrea Gilli and Mauro Gilli
Forget the S-300, Here Comes the S-400
“It has many features specifically designed to overcome countermeasures and stealth…”
Taiwan's Military Flexes its Muscles
A story in photos: The recent Han Kuang series of exercises was a serious display of Taiwan’s military power.
Will Russia Provide S-300 Air-Defenses to Syria?
Russia has declared it will not sell new S-300 systems to Syria. But what about “earlier contracts”?
F-35 JSF: "A Phenomenal Flying Machine"
Can the F-35 wow defense experts? We present the top defense and foreign policy articles for your weekend.
Top 3 Takeaways from the Pentagon's China Report
“One hopes the Defense Department will take a more textured view of China’s rise than is on display here.”
Pentagon Report Reveals Chinese Military Developments
Last year’s annual report on Chinese military developments was widely criticized. What does the 2013 version offer?
A Big Day for the X-47B
American military planners are concerned about operating in A2/AD environments. Could the X47-B part of the solution?
India, "Cold Start" and Pakistani Tactical Nukes
“India will not be the first to use nuclear weapons, but if it is attacked with such weapons…”
Boeing X-51A WaveRider Reaches Mach 5.1
Even as sequestration cuts into the U.S. military’s budget, new tech continues to roll out.
The Interview: Congressman J. Randy Forbes
Rep. Forbes discusses the future direction of America’s Navy, China, the pivot and more.
In Praise of Pessimism
“Training is about preparing for intrinsically mercurial situations. It’s about preparing for the worst while hoping for the best.”
"Red Lines" On Iran: Not So Black and White
Amid the proliferation of red lines, the important ones are at risk of being opaque or even unintelligible in Tehran.
Here Come the Missile Carriers
Could aircraft carriers be eclipsed by new technology? We breakdown the top defense and foreign policy articles for your weekend.
Australia's Submarine Folly
Australia’s Defense White Paper 2013 seems to kill the idea of acquiring nuclear subs. That could be a mistake.
Syria, Chemical Weapons and the Burden of Proof
Some see problems with the evidence that many are citing as proof Syria used chemical weapons.
Does Putin Have a Kuril Islands Plan?
Could a 50/50 split of disputed islands bring an end to Japan and Russia’s conflicting claims?
In the Shadow of China's Rise
Japan and India are strong naval powers. Both face China’s growing might from different perspectives.
World War II: Not Over For Japan and Russia
Abe and Putin meet in Moscow. Both want better relations. Will old challenges get in the way?
Returning to the Land or Turning Toward the Sea? India’s Role in America’s Pivot
China is pushing the U.S. and India closer. Are they focusing on the wrong set of challenges?
India and China's Border Spat
A recent incident on the border between India and China have some concerned. Can a compromise be worked out?
When Did Chemical Weapons Become Red Line For U.S.?
The U.S. has never intervened in conflicts because chemical weapons were used. What’s changed?
Friday Flashpoints – Our Weekend Reading List
The Diplomat’s Editor selects the top five defense and foreign policy articles for your weekend reading pleasure.