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There are several weapons that could be used to bolster deterrence. Key point:  Israel has a good triad and a robust deterrence. However, here is how it might build upon its mighty military. With only a few notable exceptions, Israel can buy whatever it wants from the United States, generally on very generous terms associated with This article first appeared earlier and is being reposted due to reader interest. Notwithstanding the availability of weapons, however, Israel must still make careful decisions regarding how to spend money. Consequently, Israel can’t have quite everything that i...

Tehran’s worst nightmare? Of course, Israel hasn’t operated a strategic bomber since it retired a few B-17 Flying Fortresses in the 1950s. Nevertheless, the perceived need for an option that could penetrate Iranian air defenses and deliver heavy payloads might make the IDF reconsider its commitment to fighter-bombers. Whether the United States would ever consider exporting the bomber (which will likely fall under a variety of legal restriction associated with nuclear-delivery systems) is a different question entirely. With only a few notable exceptions, Israel can buy whatever it wants fr...

US Air Force graphic courtesy of Burns & McDonnell Air Force and Army Corps of Engineers officials held a virtual industry day to discuss projects related to the bed-down of the future B-21, including construction of a hangar for the new stealth bomber. The arrival of the B-21 is still years away, and the Air Force has said about it, but the service has already said the first B-21 base would be at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. The US Air Force held a virtual B-21 Long Range Strike Bomber industry day this week to discuss construction projects to house...

Air Force Planning Hangar Construction for Future B-21 Stealth Bombers Artist renderings courtesy of Burns & McDonnell. Renderings are of future B-21 Main Operating Base with B-2 Spirit standing in for B-21 Raider, and do not depict the actual likeness of B-21. (U.S. Air Force graphic courtesy of Burns & McDonnell) 14 Jan 2021 The U.S. Air Force held a virtual B-21 Long Range Strike Bomber industry day this week to discuss construction projects to house the new stealth bomber, known as the Raider, according to a release. The Air Force Civil Engineering Center and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ...

A Modern Nuclear Arsenal is Crucial for a Stable Nuclear Deterrence Although the arms control community is focused on the opportunity to cut the nuclear deterrent, the President has a responsibility to listen, as well, to the expert advice of his uniformed military advisors who must plan for, operate, and deploy nuclear and conventional forces. President-elect Joe Biden recently indicated that he would review the nation’s nuclear deterrence strategy and weapons modernization program, focusing on reducing their role in national strategy. The review will also look to reduce funding for nucl...