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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine

Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 267 of 289 Russian drones, while Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure continue to escalate.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Europe and US to pursue coordinated military action if Russia persistently violates future ceasefire, report says Europe live

Kyiv and Western allies agreed repeated Russian ceasefire breaches would trigger a staged US-Europe military response, escalating to direct US involvement if attacks widen.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The frontline is like Terminator': fighting robots give Ukraine hope in war with Russia

Ukraine's new battery-powered land robots are transforming modern warfare and logistics in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Drones strike Russia's Ust-Luga port again as EU officials visit Ukraine

Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 267 of 289 Russian drones, while Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure continue to escalate.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe politics

Europe and US to pursue coordinated military action if Russia persistently violates future ceasefire, report says Europe live

from24/7 Wall St.
13 hours ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Is war more profitable than peace? David Keen explains

David Keen emphasizes that wars can serve as tools for political control and economic gain, often benefiting those in power while complicating the path to peace.
World politics
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Threatens to Sever Ties With NATO Over Iran Split: They Weren't There for Us'

Trump is considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO due to lack of support from allies in conflicts, particularly regarding Iran.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
European startups
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump sons to Gulf states: we've got some drone interception tech to sell you | Fortune

A drone company backed by Trump’s sons is selling to Gulf nations amid conflict with Iran, potentially profiting from the war initiated by their father.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Berlin is rearming, and its neighbors are weighing the risks and benefits of the new German hegemony

Germany is rearming its military in response to geopolitical changes, raising concerns about its past and future role in Europe.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
#trump
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago
Europe news

Trump threatens Ukraine arms halt to force Europe into Hormuz coalition - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Trump threatens to halt arms supplies to Ukraine to pressure European allies into reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing military service, global conflicts, and human rights from April 2 to 6.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Trump mocked Royal Navy's old' warships. But the reality is far different

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Austria Becomes Latest EU Country to Deny US Military Use of Its Airspace

Austria's Defense Ministry stated, 'There have indeed been requests and they were refused from the outset.' The refusal is based on the country's neutrality policy, which has been in effect since 1955.
Europe politics
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

First sea lord admits Royal Navy is not ready for war

The Royal Navy is not currently ready for war, according to General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, who emphasizes the need for further preparation.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 week ago

The US war economy and the 'threat of peace' - 48 hills

Peace has historically been viewed as a threat to the military-industrial complex and economic stability.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Germany's Merz says determined to save European warplane project

Friedrich Merz is determined to salvage the troubled FCAS warplane programme despite nearing abandonment due to ongoing disagreements between Dassault and Airbus.
fromFortune
2 days ago

France, South Korea say they'll work together on reopening Strait of Hormuz | Fortune

Macron underscored the need for France and South Korea to cooperate to help reopen the strait and deescalate Middle East animosities, affirming their resolve to secure the safe shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
#uk-eu-relations
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

UK needs stronger ties with EU due to 'dangerous world', Starmer says

Closer partnership with the EU is essential for Britain's long-term national interest and economic recovery post-Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

UK needs stronger ties with EU due to 'dangerous world', Starmer says

Closer partnership with the EU is essential for Britain's long-term national interest and economic recovery post-Brexit.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

India news: Defense exports surge to over $4 billion

India's defense exports reached a record $4.1 billion in the fiscal year to March 2026, marking a 60% increase from the previous year.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

NATO allies are linking their defenses together to better hunt and kill drones on its eastern edge

NATO and the US are developing an integrated counter-drone network along Russia's border using rapid 90-day testing cycles to detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats including Shahed-type drones.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Israel rations interceptor missiles amid risk of falling into a war of attrition with Iran

Two Iranian missiles struck Israel, raising concerns about missile defense effectiveness and the capacity for prolonged conflict with Iran.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Is the U.S. Navy ready to clear sea mines in the Persian Gulf?

Iran threatens to mine the Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. Navy preparations for mine-clearing operations.
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The January 3rd Operation Absolute Resolve ousted Venezuelan Dictator Nicholas Maduro, marking a significant shift in US policy towards countering adversarial influence in the western hemisphere.
World politics
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

After Pentagon deal, OpenAI sets its sights on NATO

OpenAI is providing AI models to NATO and the Pentagon for unclassified networks, with explicit restrictions on mass surveillance, autonomous weapons, and high-consequence automated decisions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
France politics

France's nuclear capability offers fringe benefits to allies

France expands its nuclear deterrent to cover European allies while maintaining independent control, citing Russian threats and shifting US priorities as justification for strengthened European security autonomy.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

New Zealand signs defence pact with Cook Islands after quarrel over China deal

New Zealand and the Cook Islands signed a defence and security declaration, resolving a diplomatic row over the Cook Islands' agreements with China.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

EU seeks new strategy amid Sahel 'influence' rivalries

Military coups in the Sahel have led to increased foreign influence but heightened instability and violence in the region.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Turkiye says NATO bringing in more defences after missile interceptions

NATO is sending another Patriot missile defence unit to its Incirlik Air Base, after several ballistic missiles Ankara says were fired by Iran were downed heading towards or in Turkish airspace. The ministry announced the new missile battery during a Wednesday briefing at the Incirlik base, located near the southern city of Adana, saying it would complement national-level measures to ensure the security of our airspace and our citizens.
Europe news
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany's Pistorius in Asia warns of a frayed global order

The importance of a rules-based international order was emphasized during German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius' tour of the Indo-Pacific.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Is it time for the UK to acknowledge the rhetoric to reality gap' on its military power?

The UK military's delayed response to the Iran conflict highlights significant capacity issues and political decisions affecting deployment readiness.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Jens Stoltenberg, former NATO secretary general: I am certain that the members of the Alliance will remain united to protect one another'

Jens Stoltenberg is a significant Norwegian politician, having served multiple terms and played a key role in NATO during critical global events.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.
World politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

Canada and Nordics announce deepening of defence ties

Canadian and Nordic leaders committed to deepening defence and Arctic security collaboration amid rising geopolitical tensions, war in Ukraine, and Middle East conflict.
#transatlantic-relations
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Europe tops global arms imports, SIPRI reports

Global arms deliveries increased nearly 10% over five years, with Europe now leading imports at 33%, driven primarily by Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Europe becoming arms powerhouse despite increased imports, says SIPRI

Europe's arms imports tripled during 2021-25 driven largely by Ukraine's needs, while EU arms exports surged 36 percent, positioning Europe as a major global arms manufacturer.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security

U.S. National Defense Strategy shifts defense burden to allies, prioritizes Western Hemisphere dominance, warns partners to shoulder security or face decisive U.S. action.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

EU seeks self-reliance as US, China dominate defense sector

The United States dominates the global arms market; the EU is accelerating moves toward a more self-reliant defense industry to reduce US dependence.
World politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Former NATO commander fears the world is living through the outbreak of WWIII - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Former NATO deputy commander warns current geopolitics represents the most perilous moment in his lifetime, with escalating Middle East tensions risking uncontrolled conflict involving nuclear-armed powers.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Europe Has Received the Message

The EU is rapidly building independent defense capacity and EU-wide financing to fund rearmament amid Russian aggression and reduced U.S. reliability.
#european-defense
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Never Fight Alone

Shared values and mutual sacrifice among NATO special operations forces strengthened bonds and saved lives across multinational missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Why is Germany trying to build Europe's strongest conventional army'?

At the beginning of the year, German men aged 18 began to receive a compulsory questionnaire registering their fitness for army service under a law passed last month. Joining the army is voluntary for now, but the law allows the government to introduce mandatory service to meet its goal of building what it says will be the strongest army in Europe for the first time since World War II.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
2 months ago

Danish general doesn't expect U.S. attack and says recent deployment of European troops to Greenland is for 'working together with allies' | Fortune

"I hope that the people of the Kingdom of Denmark do not abandon their faith in the American people," Coons said in Copenhagen, adding that the U.S. has respect for Denmark and NATO "for all we've done together."
World news
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
2 months ago

Europe-wide army is a dumb idea, EU foreign policy chief says: 'maybe those people haven't really thought this through practically' | Fortune

A Europe-wide army would create conflicting command chains with NATO, making coordinated military operations dangerous and ineffective.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is bridging the collapse' in US military aid to Ukraine

European partners largely replaced collapsed U.S. aid to Ukraine, keeping overall assistance near prior levels despite a near-total U.S. withdrawal.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Europe must assume primary responsibility for its conventional defence under a NATO 3.0 while the US maintains nuclear deterrence and limited targeted conventional support.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 months ago

Ukraine's Allies Pledge 'Robust' Security Guarantees After Russian War Ends

Coalition of 30+ Western countries committed to politically and legally binding security guarantees ensuring Ukraine's sovereignty, defense, and protection after a peace agreement with Russia.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Without US military support, we need a European defence union. Here's what that looks like | Paul Taylor

Europe must build an independent, credible defence with higher spending, logistics, manpower and new leadership because US support may be reduced or absent.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is making progress in designing its own new security architecture

Major European countries are initiating new defense cooperation frameworks, including talks on extending France's nuclear umbrella and deepening EU–UK security cooperation.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German and UK military chiefs state case for rearming

Europe must urgently rearm and strengthen defence industries, munitions production, forward deployments, and funding to deter Russia's westward military shift and elevated conflict risk.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Why Europe Is Talking About Nukes

Sweden abandoned its postwar nuclear-weapons program in the 1960s under U.S. pressure and is now reconsidering nuclear planning with NATO, Britain, and France.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Bundeswehr shopping list

The Bundeswehr is rapidly rearming with over 108 billion ($129 billion), buying thousands of loitering munitions and expanding drone defenses against a potential 2029 Russian attack.
Miscellaneous
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Planet Convenes European and Defense Advisory Boards - Silicon Canals

Planet formed European and Defense & Intelligence advisory boards to accelerate European expansion and strengthen national security partnerships.
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