
FORUM DE DEFENSE ET DE STRATEGIE

N°40, 07/2025
Revue de Presse Défense & Diplomatie
Presseschau Außen- und Verteidigungspolitik
Press Review (Defence and Diplomacy)

Partnership Short of Alliance: Military Cooperation Between Russia and China
Analysis of the growing military cooperation between Moscow and Beijing, which remains pragmatic and opportunistic without forming a formal alliance. The article examines areas of collaboration and their strategic limits.
Die erweiterte nukleare Abschreckung der USA in Europa – drei Szenarien
Three prospective scenarios for the future of US nuclear deterrence in Europe, ranging from maintaining credibility to a complete withdrawal. The study explores the implications for European security.
SPD-Parteitag findet Kompromiss zur Wehrpflicht: Viel grünes Licht für Pistorius
The SPD party congress reaches a compromise on compulsory military service, giving Defence Minister Boris Pistorius broad approval. The article includes the full text of the adopted motion.
UK to join NATO nuclear aircraft mission as it buys 12 fighter jets
The United Kingdom purchases 12 fighter jets and joins NATO’s nuclear aircraft mission. A decision seen as a strong signal of its strategic commitment.
The Secret Peace in Turkey: How Aging Leaders Are Ending a War
Projection for Turkey in 2050, analysing demographic trends, the competitiveness of the textile industry, and political alliances with Italy. Provides insight into the country’s levers and challenges of power.
L’Iran face à ses limites : 10 points sur les causes structurelles d’une cassure tactique
Ten structural factors limiting Iran’s military and strategic effectiveness, particularly against Israel. The analysis highlights the country’s industrial and political weaknesses.
Les périls de l’attractivité : les petits États du flanc oriental de l’OTAN face à l’incertitude américaine
Small states on NATO’s eastern flank attract US attention, but this visibility makes them vulnerable to changes in Washington’s policy direction. The article warns of strategic dependency.
Le djihadisme politique de la Syrie au Sahel : géopolitique d’une conquête
Study of the spread of political jihadism from the Levant to the Sahel region. The author analyses the strategies, networks, and ideological goals driving this expansion.
Canada signs defense pact with EU
Defence agreement between Ottawa and Brussels to strengthen strategic cooperation. The article details the political motivations and areas of collaboration.
Bonus podcasts :
NATO summit 2025: How Europe can secure its future
Discussion on European priorities in the face of security challenges at the 2025 NATO summit. Participants propose measures to strengthen strategic autonomy.
Épisode 54 - Colin Gérard, docteur en géopolitique et chef d’équipe à VIGINUM
Interview with Colin Gérard on VIGINUM’s mission and the fight against foreign information interference. Focus on protecting public debate in an electoral context.