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Every article on Plain War tagged military spending: 20 pieces, each written from a named podcast episode and carrying the show, the episode and the date it was recorded.

Perun · June 14, 2026

The End of Europe’s FCAS Program and the Future of Sixth-Generation Fighters

Explore why the Franco-German-Spanish FCAS project collapsed and what it means for the sixth-generation fighter race.CaspianReport · June 2, 2026

Why Cuba Is Critical to US Global Strategy

Cuba's geopolitical position as a critical region for US trade routes makes it a strategic lynchpin in American global strategy. This article explores potential military and diplomatic challenges surrounding this vulnerable point.Perun · July 26, 2026

NATO Defence Spending: Accelerating Rearmament in 2026 and European Readiness

Explore NATO's surge in defense investment by 2026 and Europe's strategic rearmament. Insights on funding allocation, industrial capacity, and readiness challenges.CaspianReport · July 23, 2026

China's Long-Term Strategy in the US-China Competition

China's long-term approach to US-China competition emphasizes gradual power balance shifts and comprehensive strategies rather than immediate conflict.Anders Puck Nielsen · July 31, 2026

Drones and Tanks: Allocating Defense Budgets

Explore how military budgets might address the balance between traditional and modern platforms in light of evolving warfare technologies.Anders Puck Nielsen · August 29, 2026

Russia's Possible Mobilization: Assessments and Considerations

A discussion on potential Russian mobilization, its likelihood, implications, and associated challenges, as analyzed by Anders Puck Nielsen.Perun · August 30, 2026

Examining the Ballistic Missile Resurgence in Modern Warfare

An in-depth analysis of the resurgence of ballistic missiles in 21st-century warfare, their strategic utility, associated costs, and implications.William Spaniel · September 2, 2026

Understanding Russia’s War Strategy: Domestic Politics and Strategic Impasse in Ukraine

An exploration of the complex links between Russian domestic politics, President Putin's survival, and the strategic challenges in Ukraine.