Smart Bombs: Military, Defense and National Security
The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) is currently facing an existential reckoning. As of March 3, 2026, the ongoing U.S.-Israeli air campaign,...
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The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) is currently facing an existential reckoning. As of March 3, 2026, the ongoing U.S.-Israeli air campaign,...
The U.S. Air Force is rapidly accelerating its transition into the sixth generation of aerial warfare. The F-47, developed by Boeing under the Next...
The transition of the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II from simulated "opponents" over Norway to lethal partners in Operation Epic Fury represents the...
The Dassault Rafale is currently undergoing a radical metamorphosis from a 4.5-generation "omnirole" fighter into a sophisticated 2026-era digital combat hub. While the Operation...
The Eurofighter Typhoon has officially transcended its original role as a Cold War interceptor to become a 4.5+ generation "Super Typhoon" essential for the...
The year 2026 marks a historic pivot for the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) as it transitions from a fleet dominated by American...
The Boeing F-15EX Eagle II remains a cornerstone of the U.S. Air Force’s "high-low" mix, even as labor disruptions in St. Louis create tactical...
Khamenei’s death creates a power vacuum in Iran: constitutional succession may stall, the IRGC could seize control, and opposition leaders may need protection to...
A large concentration of U.S. stealth fighters is described as forming in the Middle East, including as many as 12 F-22 Raptors in Israel...
The F-35I "Adir" represents a unique departure from the standard global F-35 program, serving as the only variant permitted to integrate a sovereign, indigenous...