A recent article argues for buying 100 more B-21 bombers (reaching 200 total rather than the currently planned 100) plus 115 more F-47 fighters (to reach 300 total). This buy, at an added cost “north of $100 billion”, would be to “deny China ‘sanctuaries’ from which it can launch air and missile salvos during a potential invasion of Taiwan …”. HOWEVER, the article goes on to acknowledge that “Two hundred [B-21s] isn’t based off of a full-up World War III scenario …” [https://www.airandspaceforces.com/new-report-air-force-b-21s-f-47s-enemy-sanctuaries/].
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Summary and Key Points: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s landslide victory in the February 2026 elections has granted her a powerful two-thirds majority, cementing a hardline Japanese stance against Chinese expansionism.
-This electoral mandate vindicates Takaichi’s “survival-threatening” rhetoric regarding Taiwan, signaling a historic departure from Tokyo’s traditional strategic ambiguity.
Japan AIP Soryu-Class Submarine. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
The US State Department has approved a potential FMS to Ukraine, covering spare parts and related equipment, estimated at $185m.
Summary and Key Points: The H-20 stealth bomber represents China’s transition from a regional force to a global nuclear superpower, finally completing Beijing’s strategic triad.
-Designed as a “flying-wing” analog to the B-21 Raider, the H-20 aims to project power deep into the Pacific, threatening U.S. bases in Guam, Hawaii, and beyond.
H-20 Bomber Mock Up. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
-With an estimated range of 10,000 kilometers and the ability to carry hypersonic anti-ship missiles, this aircraft is built to dismantle the “sanctuaries” U.S.
Summary and Key Points: Boeing has shocked the defense world by moving the F-47 sixth-generation fighter into production just months after its 2025 contract award.
-This unprecedented turnaround, targeting a 2028 first flight, is fueled by a secretive, years-long “X-plane” campaign.
F-47 NGAD Artist Impression. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
-Boeing CEO Steve Parker recently confirmed that classified demonstrators—flying since 2018—matured the design long before the public knew the program existed.
Jodesz Gavilan, The Defense Post
Designed to operate as swarms, the sUGVs aim to create multiple dilemmas for adversaries at lower cost than traditional manned platforms
A. Giakoumis, RCD
The January 3rd operation to oust President Maduro confirmed the unprecedented primacy of the U.S.
IntEng
The vehicles provide enhanced firepower and capabilities for engaging enemy targets at a distance.
TWZ
Hunt for Container Launchers Packed With Drones Kicked-Off by Pentagon
Military.com
“This $10 million grant actually allows us to take it to the next level and sort of optimize the performance of the facility.