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CISMOA Explained: Does It Really Turn Egypt into the Largest U.S. Military Base?
By: Ashraf Gaber - The battle that may prove more consequential than the ongoing exchange of strikes between Israel and the United States on one side and Iran on the other, along with the attacks targeting several Gulf states, is the battle over public awareness. Today, social media platforms have become an open arena for fourth-generation warfare, where rumors spread rapidly and facts are manipulated in attempts to destabilize societies, cast doubt on national principles, and undermine the sovereignty and standing of states.
Strategy & Analysis
Fake News in Fifth-Generation Warfare: The "Esmail Qaani" Model
By: Ashraf Gaber - "Information" is no longer merely a carrier of news, but has become a lethal strategic weapon in itself within the arsenal of fifth-generation warfare and psychological operations (PsyOps).
Strategy & Analysis
Man of the week | Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain
By: Ashraf Gaber - Before the end of a week filled with misery and opportunism on the international stage, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez rejected any involvement of his country in the American-Israeli escalation against Iran.
Strategy & Analysis
If Iran Was Only Ten Days from Full Enrichment, What Did Washington Bomb Last Summer?!
U.S. Presidential Envoy **Steve Witkoff** stated that Iran was only ten days away from enriching uranium to 90% and producing a nuclear weapon. Tehran had rejected a U.S. proposal to halt enrichment in exchange for the supply of nuclear fuel.
Geopolitics & Relations
Commissioner Kubilius in Luxembourg to discuss Europe’s space and defence capabilities
Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius, will participate in the GOVSATCOM Luxembourg Conference.
Defence & Security
Army Exercises with Allied Forces
Joint exercises concluded.
News & Coverage
Biography of Lt. Gen. Ashraf Salem Zahir, Egypt’s New Minister of Defense
The kick-off meeting for the second phase of the European Next Generation Rotorcraft Technologies (ENGRT II) project took place on 29 January 2026 in Brussels. The three-year development initiative aims to deliver next-generation rotorcraft by 2030, exploring advanced configurations such as compound and tilt-rotor architectures to optimise speed, range and payloads. Building on the successes of its predecessor, ENGRT, this project pushes the boundaries of innovation across several key domains. ENGRT II integrates AI-driven interfaces, cognitive cockpits, and crewed-uncrewed teaming, thereby embracing cutting-edge innovation essential for modern defence systems. By maturing these technologies today, the project ensures that European armed forces will have access to the most advanced vertical-lift capabilities when needed. ENGRT II was selected under the European Defence Fund (EDF) 2024, with a total budget of €160 million and a maximum EU contribution €100 million, making it one of the projects receiving the highest EDF funding contributions. The consortium, led by Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo Helicopters, consists of 53 companies, research institutions and SMEs from across Europe. The project is supported by 13 Member States. Next steps ENGRT II’s roadmap focuses on long-term operational needs. It aims to replace and complement current military rotorcraft fleets after 2040. This horizon will translate today’s research into high-performance military assets for the future.
Strategy & Analysis
Strategic Study: Regional Balance of Power
Regional balance of power study.
Industries & Tech
Local Defence Industry Growth
Local defence industry growth.
Industries & Tech
Economic Policies Impact
How economic trends influence design decisions.
News & Coverage
Egypt’s Defence Minister inspects Central Military Region, stresses highest combat readiness
The defense minister also reviewed samples of upgraded air defence and medical service systems, whichreflected the zone’s operational readiness.
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