Chris Martin

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Chris Martin is the managing editor for Defense News. His interests include Sino-U.S. affairs, cybersecurity, foreign policy and his yorkie Willow.

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Comparing Russian, Ukrainian forces two years into war

Data from a recent military report offers a comparison between the military forces of the two countries.

8 weeks ago

Where might the US station its B-21 bombers to deter China?

A new report says the U.S. Air Force's B-21 Raider could help ensure stability in the Asia-Pacific region.

3 months ago

What can the world expect in 2024?

From the Pentagon to Yemen to the South China Sea, defense leaders around the world cover some of the most significant issues in their forecast for 2024.

Greece buys Rafael’s anti-tank Spike missiles from Israel

The sale follows a recent purchase of another Israeli-made weapon by yet another NATO member.

A graphical comparison of Russian, Ukrainian forces a year into war

Data from a recent military report offers a comparison between the military forces of the two countries.

Global leaders fixate on warfare and economic stability

What can the world expect in 2023? The recent G20 summit might offer some hints.

Defense startup Anduril secures $1.5 billion investment

Company to use funding for development of "autonomous defense capabilities."

Global military spending hits record high

Find out how much money goes to funding militaries around the world, plus how many warheads are still deployed.

What weapons has Russia sent to India?

Here's a graphical representation of some major Russian weapons sales and deliveries to India from 2016-2020.

A graphical comparison of Russian and Ukrainian military forces

Data from a recent military report offers a comparison between the military forces of the two countries, as well as some information on the separatist forces in Donetsk and Luhansk.

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