The military will be ready for the challenge of the coronavirus era

The headline “Trust in the military on the rise, but still below pre-pandemic levels” captures a nuanced shift in American public opinion. Recent surveys, particularly the Reagan National Defense Survey released in late 2024, show a modest rebound in confidence after several years of decline. This trend reflects broader societal dynamics, from the fallout of … Read more

Military personnel

When the novel coronavirus first emerged in late 2019, few could have predicted how profoundly it would test global institutions, including the armed forces. Yet, as headlines like “The military will be ready for the challenge of the coronavirus era” appeared in early 2020, they captured a moment of resolve amid uncertainty. The U.S. military, … Read more

Arab states weigh revival of plan to create Nato-style military force

The title Military overhaul: ‘Jointness’ in name, centralisation in practice originates from discussions around Pakistan’s recent military restructuring, particularly the 2025 amendments to Article 243 of the Constitution and related laws. These changes elevate the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) to also serve as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), consolidating significant authority over multi-domain integration, … Read more