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NATO fighter jet downs stray Ukrainian drone over Estonia

For the first time, a NATO fighter jet shot down what is believed to have been a stray Ukrainian drone over the Baltic country. Ukraine apologised for the “unintended incident”, while Russia threatened retaliation.

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How drones over Latvia exposed cracks in Europe’s eastern defences

Latvia found itself at the centre of a national security storm last week. A series of drones crossed into its airspace, sparking not only a fire on the ground but also a political crisis that toppled the defence minister and exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Baltic state’s military readiness.

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Russia strikes Kharkiv residential district as drone attacks escalate

A major Russian drone offensive struck Kharkiv’s Novobavarskyi district and other cities, injuring civilians and destroying homes despite Ukraine’s strong air defence.

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Zelenskyy says Patriot missile shortage 'could not be any worse'

Ukraine’s shortage of Patriot missiles could not be worse than it already is, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as the US Vice President, JD Vance, called ending aid to Ukraine "one of the proudest" achievements of the Trump administration.

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Drone warfare: Europe’s new security threat

Paris will quadruple its kamikaze drone arsenal by 2030, as the EU accelerates restocking efforts amid rapid advancements in drone technology. Watch the video

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Mass drone warfare is Europe’s rising security threat

France has just announced an €8.5 billion investment to increase drone and missile stocks by 400 per cent before 2030. The move joins Germany’s decision to invest €10 billion in military drones and Poland’s recent “drone revolution” initiative.

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Can Europe boost its drone defence? Ask the Euronews chatbot

Russia has violated NATO airspace approximately 37 times since 2022. The EU wants to accelerate the bloc’s drone production and boost its defence strategy against hybrid threats. Can Europe ramp up its hybrid-detection system? Ask the Euronews chatbot.

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The EU backs its defence innovators with €115 million under AGILE

The European Commission has proposed a €115 million pilot fund to fast-track defence technology from European start-ups, cutting the time from application to grant to just four months. Watch the video.

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Is AGILE the answer to boosting defence innovation?

AI, drones, cyber tools. The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East show that modern conflict runs on software-driven systems developed in weeks, not years. Can the EU's AGILE programme scale up fast enough to keep pace?

Sweden

Sweden announces €800mn investment in anti-drone defence systems

The investment would cover multiple systems, such as radar and anti-aircraft weapons systems as well as electronic warfare platforms.

Switzerland

Switzerland eyes dropping purchase of US Patriot air defence system

Switzerland, which is not in NATO, had ordered five Patriot systems in 2022, with delivery scheduled to begin this year and to be completed in 2028.

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Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem

An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.

Switzerland

Army chief warns of major gaps in Switzerland's air defence

Benedikt Roos, the new chief of Switzerland's armed forces, said on Thursday he was not "optimistic" about his country's aerial defence capabilities, adding that significant investment is needed to boost security.

Brazil

Brazil unveils first locally made supersonic fighter jet

Brazil has unveiled its first locally produced supersonic fighter jet, marking a historic milestone for its aerospace and defence industries. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and other officials attended a ceremony marking the presentation of the aircraft.

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Iran missile strike hits Tel Aviv area as deaths mount across region

Iranian missile fire damaged a Tel Aviv residential block and hit multiple sites nearby, as soaring violence across the region has killed over 2,000 people.

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Israel: Rocket interception debris sparks fire near Tel Aviv

Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv on Thursday after Iranian missiles were fired towards central Israel. No injuries were reported, though debris from intercepted rockets started a fire in a residential area.

Sweden

Sweden and Denmark to supply Ukraine with €245m air defence system

Sweden and Denmark will send €245 million in TRIDON Mk2 air defence systems to Ukraine, boosting protection as Russia escalates strikes on energy sites.

Israel

Israel plans to deploy Iron Beam laser defence system by year-end

The first operational high-power laser beam will be deployed this year, providing a cost-effective and rapid solution for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Space

Here's what France could buy amid space defence push

French President Emmanuel Macron outlined a new space defense strategy this week. Here are some of the space weapons that the country could invest in.

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What defence tech is in Denmark’s €3.67 billion spending plan?

Euronews Next takes a look at the key technologies Denmark and its autonomous territories want to invest in to bolster defence.