All articles tagged with #military transformation
The US Army is phasing out older vehicles like Humvees and the Robotic Combat Vehicle due to their limitations in future conflicts, while emphasizing the success of the Infantry Squad Vehicle, which prioritizes speed and all-terrain capabilities. The Army is undergoing a major transformation to focus on lethality, cost-effectiveness, and modern warfare needs, including increased use of drones and unmanned systems.
The chief of NATO's Military Committee, Dutch Admiral Rob Bauer, called for a "warfighting transformation" of NATO, emphasizing the need to prepare for unexpected events and focus on effectiveness in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He pledged continued support for Ukraine, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned that Western hesitation and fears of escalation could prolong the fighting. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticized EU allies for insufficient support for Kyiv but expressed confidence in the approval of a proposed 50 billion-euro aid package at an upcoming emergency summit.