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How to effectively build or develop military capabilities

How to effectively build or develop military capabilities

A Chinese proverb says: "When we seek a path, something precedes it and something follows it." In the military sphere, this means that we must take into account our past and…

 04. 01. 2026
Slovakia's modernization of the ZSU-23-4 system as proof of the broad capabilities of the Slovak defense industry

Slovakia's modernization of the ZSU-23-4 system as proof of the broad capabilities of the Slovak defense industry

The Slovak defense industry is best known for its production of self-propelled artillery howitzers and large-caliber ammunition; in this area, our eastern neighbor ranks among the…

 02. 01. 2026
Soldier Tomáš Svoboda – bone marrow donor: The answer was clear. Yes, I'd be happy to help.

Soldier Tomáš Svoboda – bone marrow donor: The answer was clear. Yes, I'd be happy to help.

Professional soldier Tomáš Svoboda, who has served in the Czech Army for many years, became one of the few selected individuals who can be bone marrow donors. He now considers…

 01. 01. 2026
The Belgian model: Voluntary military service as a response to the personnel crisis

The Belgian model: Voluntary military service as a response to the personnel crisis

Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 marked, among other things, a shift in the thinking of Europeans, who, after the end of the Cold War, had learned to consider…

 31. 12. 2025
Gen. Petr Milčický: The army lacks modern equipment in a number of areas

Gen. Petr Milčický: The army lacks modern equipment in a number of areas

The third annual large-scale exercise Resilient Czechia 2025 recently took place, testing not only the preparedness of the Czech Armed Forces, but also the ability of the state as a…

 29. 12. 2025
Europe takes responsibility: The war in Ukraine as a test of resolve

Europe takes responsibility: The war in Ukraine as a test of resolve

Ukraine estimates that it will need US$120 billion for defense in 2026, half of which it expects to come from foreign partners. At the same time, the European Union has…

 27. 12. 2025
Crowd Riot Control, or how the Military Police manages crowds and riots

Crowd Riot Control, or how the Military Police manages crowds and riots

In the current security environment, extraordinary situations or foreign operations to ensure stability may arise where normal police methods are insufficient and members of the…

 25. 12. 2025
The defense industry will continue to contribute significantly to the Slovak Republic's total GDP in 2026

The defense industry will continue to contribute significantly to the Slovak Republic's total GDP in 2026

As is traditionally the case, the end of the year is always a time for taking stock and evaluating the past twelve months. This is no different for the Slovak Ministry…

 24. 12. 2025
In today's rapidly changing security environment, the importance of logistics is intensifying.

In today's rapidly changing security environment, the importance of logistics is intensifying.

Logistics is a key, often overlooked factor in military operations that has had a fundamental impact on the outcome of conflicts since the dawn of organized armies…

 23. 12. 2025
Multipurpose logistics system for modern army HAMMAR

Multipurpose logistics system for modern army HAMMAR

Modern military operations require modern technology that can react quickly, change tasks and function in any environment. One vehicle, one driver and the ability to act as a loader…

 22. 12. 2025
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