Mathias Curl

Mathias Curl, an experienced editor-in-chief, leads in-depth investigations into political and economic issues. Renowned for his analytical rigor, he manages a high-performing editorial team. His motto: delivering incisive and relevant analyses focused on what truly matters.

Spike LR 2: The New Choice for the Netherlands to Boost Anti-Tank Capabilities
- Defense industry
Faced with the obsolescence of their current systems, the Netherlands have decided to order Spike LR 2 anti-tank missiles from Rafael. This strategic choice aims…

Mathias Curl 04/09/24
Winter scorched by summer-like heat in Australia – unprecedented temperatures spark global concern
- Climat
- Science
- Weather
Australia has experienced an alarming heatwave during what should be its coldest season. On August 26th, a scorching 41.6°C was recorded at Yampi Sound in...

Mathias Curl 27/08/24
Western move? Telegram’s founder arrested, Russian propaganda in disarray
- Defense industry
The arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in Paris has sent shockwaves through Russia's pro-war networks. As panic spreads, fears grow about the future of…

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Denmark Invests €1.3 Billion in 115 New CV90 Combat Vehicles
- Defense industry
Denmark has significantly strengthened its military capabilities by ordering 115 CV9035 MkIIIC infantry fighting vehicles from BAE Systems Hägglunds. This acquisition, valued at €1.3 billion,...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Historic Ruling Ends HIV Ban in the U.S. Armed Forces: What It Means
- Defense industry
A historic decision has lifted one of the last discriminatory barriers within the U.S. armed forces. A federal judge ruled that the Department of Defense...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
$570 Million for Homegrown Missiles: Australia Prepares for Pacific Security Challenges
- Defense industry
Australia has recently unveiled an ambitious $570 million plan to produce missiles domestically, marking a significant step forward in expanding its military capabilities. In a...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
T-14 Armata: The Russian tank adopts high-tech Nakidka camouflage to stay undetectable.
- Defense industry
At the recent ARMY 2024 exhibition held in Moscow, the T-14 Armata, Russia's most advanced battle tank, showcased a significant innovation: the Nakidka optical camouflage....

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Italian Gunsmith Benelli Unveils a Cutting-Edge Shotgun Designed to Hunt Down FPV Drones
- Defense industry
The Italian gunsmith Benelli has just revealed an original solution to address one of the emerging threats on modern battlefields: FPV drones (First Person View)....

Mathias Curl 19/08/24
The Caesar cannon is a nightmare, according to Russian gunners
- Defense industry
- News
Since the start of the war in Ukraine in February 2022, artillery has taken on a crucial strategic importance. In this context, the Caesar cannon,...

Mathias Curl 17/08/24
A leading European ally plans to slash its military aid to Ukraine by half
- News
- Defense industry
According to AFP reports, Germany, one of the key European pillars supporting Ukraine, has decided to halve its bilateral military aid starting in 2025. This...

Mathias Curl 17/08/24
The wreck of a British cruiser sunk in 1914 by a German submarine has been found in a “remarkable condition”
- Defense industry
- News
The sea kept its secrets for over a century. The HMS Hawke, a British cruiser sunk by a German submarine in 1914, has been rediscovered...

Mathias Curl 17/08/24
Important change in the Social Security SSI payment schedule – discover the payment dates
- Finance
Beneficiaries of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will notice something unusual next month: no scheduled payment in September. This change, however, isn’t a sign of cuts...

Mathias Curl 17/08/24
Sale of 600 Patriot PAC-3 MSE missiles from the United States to Germa
- News
The U.S. State Department has approved a significant arms deal allowing the sale of Patriot missiles to Germany, valued at an estimated $5 billion. This...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Social Security: When Will Your August Payment Arrive? Here’s What to Know
- Finance
As August rolls in, millions of Americans eagerly await their next Social Security checks. For many, these payments are vital, covering essential expenses and offering...

Mathias Curl 16/08/24
Two Dead in French Rafale Jet Collision, Survivor Found Safe
- Defense industry
On August 14, the French Air Force was struck by a tragic aerial incident in the east of the country. Two pilots lost their lives...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Kleszcz Vehicles: Poland Invests $190 Million to Replace Its BRDM-2
- Defense industry
Poland continues to bolster its national defense by signing a crucial agreement for the acquisition of 28 Kleszcz Armored Reconnaissance Vehicles. These vehicles, developed in...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Mid-Air Collision: French Rafale Jets Crash in Eastern France, Urgent Search for Pilots
- Defense industry
Two Mirage 2000 jets from the French Air Force crashed this Wednesday around noon in southern Meurthe-et-Moselle, near the border with the Vosges. This tragic...

Mathias Curl 02/09/24
Bangladesh Boosts Bay of Bengal Blue Economy
- Archives
The stage is set for the development of the deep sea Matarbari Port Development Project (MPDP) in Bangladesh. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has...

Mathias Curl 07/12/20
Building synergies
- Archives
A first meeting of the newly constituted India-China High Level Mechanism on Cultural and People-to-People Exchanges will be held on December 21 in New Delhi....

Mathias Curl 21/12/18
When the Taiwanese Came Calling: Chinese Reaction and the Indian Response
- Archives
A Taiwanese delegation which included three parliamentarians among others visited India in February 2017. The visit elicited a sharp reaction from the People’s Republic of...

Mathias Curl 06/03/17
The Chinese White Paper on Asia – Pacific Security and the Problem of Reliability
- Archives
For almost two decades, China is publishing biennial white papers on security in response to western apprehensions about a ‘China threat theory’ that emphasised initially,...

Mathias Curl 06/02/17