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How Portugal shaped Canada's new submarines and fine-tuned Arctic defence

Portugal is the first country in recent history to operate a conventional submarine under the Arctic ice. The Navy's adaptations for this mission are being studied by Canada, which will incorporate them into its new fleet. Arpão has expanded "tactical options" for underwater combat in the far north.

Portugal

Russia-linked hackers target messaging apps of European officials

Portugal and Dutch agencies warn of a state-backed cyber campaign infiltrating WhatsApp and Signal of officials and journalists via AI-powered phishing.

Business

Portugal's drone exports to Ukraine are double its sales to Russia

From €4 million in 2022, the year the war began, revenues have soared to €87.3 million in 2025. Portuguese exports to Ukraine, five to ten times lower before the conflict, now represent double the sales to Russia.

Sport

UEFA set to probe Real Madrid-Benfica row after Viní Jr racism claims

Vinícius accuses Benfica’s Prestianni of racist abuse in Real Madrid’s win in Lisbon on Tuesday night, halting play for 10 minutes as UEFA considers an investigation into the incident.

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Europe News

Centre-left António Seguro wins Portuguese election runoff

The Socialist Party candidate António José Seguro won with 66.7% of votes, compared with 33.3% for André Ventura's far-right Chega party according to official results with 99% of votes counted.

Portugal

Portugal builds Europe's first dedicated drone carrier, D João II

Portugal's new drone carrier, D João II, will challenge traditional aircraft carriers, offering high flexibility and lower costs. Built by Damen for €132 million, it can switch mission profiles within a week.

Europe News

Portugal: State Budget for 2025 approved as Socialist Party abstains

Only PSD and CDS, the two parties supporting the government, voted in favour. With the exception of PS, all opposition parties voted against.

World News

Artificial intelligence dominates Lisbon's Web Summit 2024 exhibitions

More than 3,000 companies from dozens of countries showcased advanced technology: from companies that certify wood exports via WhatsApp to flying vehicles that are are a cross between multicopter and aeroplane and promise to revolutionise air travel.

Europe News

German vice chancellor open to dialogue from left to right

As Germany prepares for its 2025 elections, Green Party’s Robert Habeck said he is open to talks with all parties for possible post-election coalitions.

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