Why do wars begin even when they leave both sides worse off? The Anatomy of War examines the warning signs before conflict, the forces that allow war to sustain and transform itself, and the conditions under which wars finally end.

Northrop Grumman’s Q1 2026 results show a defence company with steady growth, stronger margins, a deep backlog and strong exposure to US strategic priorities. The quarter was supported by easier comparison against last year’s B-21 charge, but the underlying message is still clear: demand is strong, guidance is intact, and industrial capacity is becoming central to the company’s growth story.