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Europe’s Technological Dependence: What Does It Mean for the Czech Republic?

Europe’s Technological Dependence: What Does It Mean for the Czech Republic?

Europe relies on American technology more than it has long acknowledged. Although there is increasing talk of digital sovereignty, a rapid breakaway is not realistic…

 01. 05. 2026
Defense Committee Discussed Drones, Military Communications, Veterans, and the Role of the Czech Defense Industry

Defense Committee Discussed Drones, Military Communications, Veterans, and the Role of the Czech Defense Industry

At yesterday’s 7th meeting of the Defense Committee of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, deputies discussed a wide range of topics…

 29. 04. 2026
When Every Minute Counts: Scenarios for Conflict on NATO’s Eastern Flank and the Limits of European Readiness

When Every Minute Counts: Scenarios for Conflict on NATO’s Eastern Flank and the Limits of European Readiness

A few days ago, GLOBSEC released a report titled "Annual Battle Readiness on the Eastern Flank 2026." This document is followed by an analysis of conflict scenarios…

 28. 04. 2026
Col. Daverný: We Haven’t Reached Our Target State—The Main Problem with Air Defense Today Is Capacity

Col. Daverný: We Haven’t Reached Our Target State—The Main Problem with Air Defense Today Is Capacity

The Czech Army’s ground-based air defense has undergone a significant transformation in recent years—from replacing outdated Soviet equipment to introducing modern systems suited…

 27. 04. 2026
April Is a Positive Month for the Slovak Air Force: All F-16s Delivered and First Barak MX System Arrives

April Is a Positive Month for the Slovak Air Force: All F-16s Delivered and First Barak MX System Arrives

This month marks a truly pivotal milestone in the defense of Slovakia’s airspace. As the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic announced on their Instagram account, the…

 26. 04. 2026
The Czech Army is completing a unique testing range for unmanned ground vehicles

The Czech Army is completing a unique testing range for unmanned ground vehicles

The Center for Deployable Systems of the Czech Army’s Agency for Communication and Information Systems is currently completing a unique testing range for unmanned ground vehicles…

 24. 04. 2026
Lieutenant Ondřej Buriánek: Additive Manufacturing Can Bring Greater Flexibility to the Military, but It Requires Expertise, Standardization, and a Shift in Mindset

Lieutenant Ondřej Buriánek: Additive Manufacturing Can Bring Greater Flexibility to the Military, but It Requires Expertise, Standardization, and a Shift in Mindset

Additive manufacturing and 3D scanning represent a promising tool for the Czech Army that can significantly enhance the flexibility of logistical support, accelerate the production…

 22. 04. 2026
The Rapid Deployment Force Support Battalion in Rakovník: The Invisible Pillar of Alliance Defense and the Logistical Backbone of the Czech Armed Forces

The Rapid Deployment Force Support Battalion in Rakovník: The Invisible Pillar of Alliance Defense and the Logistical Backbone of the Czech Armed Forces

In modern high-intensity conflicts, one old rule applies more urgently than ever. Armies do not win solely because of infantry or tanks on the front lines, but primarily because…

 21. 04. 2026
Colonel Milan Nykodym: Air superiority is crucial today

Colonel Milan Nykodym: Air superiority is crucial today

What does a modern air operation look like from a pilot’s perspective? In this interview, Colonel Milan Nykodym, the current acting commander of the 21st Tactical Air Base…

 20. 04. 2026
Recruitment Is Rising, but Departures Continue: Personnel Challenges Facing the Czech Armed Forces

Recruitment Is Rising, but Departures Continue: Personnel Challenges Facing the Czech Armed Forces

When the Russian Federation annexed Crimea in 2014, the Czech professional army had a strength of just 21,000 soldiers. This was the result of a long era of budget cuts, but…

 19. 04. 2026
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