The National Interest on MSN17h
Why Russia’s Su-33 Naval Jet Never Took Off
Conceived at the height of the Cold War, the Su-33 was meant to challenge the U.S. Navy’s dominance. Instead, it became a niche asset in a shrinking Russian fleet.
National Security Journal on MSN11h
Saab JAS 39E Gripen Fighter Was Built to Fight Russia in a War
The Saab JAS 39E Gripen is Sweden’s modern multi-role fighter, built specifically for versatility and resilience against ...
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Ragheed al-Tatari, the face of freedom in Syria after 43 years in Assad’s prisons
The longest-serving political prisoner under the regime is now revered as a hero. ‘I was always free here,’ he declares, ...
National Security Journal on MSN16h
Admiral Kuznetsov: The Navy Worried Russia’s Aircraft Carrier Could Sink
The Admiral Kuznetsov, Russia’s only aircraft carrier, has been plagued by endless failures—from engine breakdowns to fighter ...
The first of 16 new F-16 fighter jets from the US land in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has received the first of 16 new F-16 military jets from the United States that the Balkan country needs to upgrade ...
NATO Country Hails New US Fighter Jets as 'Symbol' Amid Russia-Ukraine War
A NATO member since 2004, Bulgaria has long aimed to replace its aging fleet of Soviet-era MiG-29 aircraft. Budget ...
The National Interest on MSN16h
The Su-27’s Legacy for the Russian Air Force
Powering the Su-27 are two Saturn AL-31F turbofan engines, each producing over 27,500 pounds of thrust with afterburners. These engines give the Flanker a top speed exceeding Mach 2.35 (around 1,550 ...