Manuel Rodriguez

On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched attacks that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and devastated Iran’s nuclear facilities. Iran responded fiercely: it launched drones and missiles throughout the Gulf and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply passes. Global markets panicked. Oil prices soared. And somewhere in Moscow, Vladimir Putin had little reason to complain.

Europe has invested billions in tanks, aircraft, and cyber defense. But another domain is often overlooked: cognition. In this interview with Spanish Colonel Juan Bustamante, we explore how Russia’s doctrine of information warfare leverages disinformation and polarization to reshape the battlefield.

The €37 million ($44.26 million) Indra LTR-25 represents more than military aid to Ukraine—it's a statement of Spanish technological sovereignty and a glimpse into Europe's defense future.