Steve Balestrieri is a National Security Columnist. He served as a US Army Special Forces NCO and Warrant Officer. In addition to writing on defense, he covers the NFL for PatsFans.com and is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA). His work was regularly featured in many military publications.
Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More
The Saab 35 Draken (Dragon) was a highly effective Cold War fighter designed for Sweden to intercept bombers in all-weather conditions. Known for its...
The Iran War Kharg Island Invasion Challenge: Why U.S. Troop Deployments Are Just Political Posturing The news media are largely pearl-clutching about the results...
The MBT-70 (Kampfpanzer 70) program remains the ultimate "cautionary tale" of military joint ventures. While intended to produce a singular "super tank" to dominate...
The Dassault Mirage 2000-5F has transitioned from a Cold War interceptor to a vital component of the 2026 European air defense architecture. As France...