Europe News Berlin awards domestic contractors major drone and frigate deals New combat drones are planned for use by the so-called Lithuania Brigade, a unit of around 5,000 soldiers who guarantee the defence and security of NATO's eastern flank until the end of 2027. 16/04/2026
Europe News Germany's intelligence agency warns of espionage and sabotage In March, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution is said to have approached the defence industry to press for stricter security standards. 14/04/2026
World News World's largest frigate: when will Germany's super warship arrive? Germany does not have an aircraft carrier, but is planning the largest frigate in the world - the F126. It is due to set sail in 2029 and will be suitable for submarine hunting or drone operations, depending on the mission. But there are problems with the vessel. When will the super ship arrive? 04/04/2026
Germany How one young German is helping to reshape European security Léocadie Reimers represents a generation rethinking security, combining her experiences from military service with her work in private sector defence. 01/04/2026
World News German soldier suspended after allegedly leaking defence purchase plan Criminal and disciplinary investigations are reportedly currently underway but further details about the incident have not been released. 26/03/2026
Economy Germany's armed forces association calls for shift to 'war economy' The German Armed Forces Association is warning of a growing Russian threat, a weakened Europe and an unreliable Washington — while the Iran conflict pours billions into Putin's coffers. 26/03/2026
World News Is Europe's new hypersonic missile the answer to Russia's Oreshnik? Europe’s Hypersonica completes a successful Mach 6 test in Norway, aiming for series production by 2029 as the EU pushes for greater defence autonomy. Can it compete with the Kremlin's supposed superweapon? 11/02/2026
World News Italy ready to invest €9 billion in the Gcap project It is an expensive gamble, but also an attempt at technological emancipation from the major programmes of the past, in which Italy has often played a subordinate role. 23/01/2026
Europe News Brothers in arms: Why is Italy building its warships in the US? The recent reshaping of a contract between Fincantieri and the US Navy to build naval vessels on US soil comes as Brussels aims for European rearmament and a "convergence" of EU arms manufacturers. 02/12/2025
World News Merz on Ukraine: Is Germany sending Taurus missiles to Kyiv? With a range of up to 500 kilometres, the Taurus missile is considered long-range but so far the current German government, much like its predecessor, has refused to supply them to Ukraine. 21/11/2025
The Ring Tonight on The Ring: Who should pay for Europe's defence? Tonight on Euronews, veteran MEPs Martin Schirdewan from the Left and Riho Terras from the European People’s Party go to face to face on The Ring 12/11/2025
Business 'Europe First': Berlin favours European arms over US weapons For decades, Germany relied on the US for its security policy. But that era is over, experts tell Euronews. 28/09/2025
Europe News Europe's new fighter jet project at risk amidst ownership disputes Germany is accusing French manufacturer Dassault of blocking negotiations over the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project. 01/09/2025
Europe News Record amount of wildfire destruction marks dark year for Europe Experts say that the higher temperatures and lower rainfall brought by climate change are making forest fires worse. 28/08/2025
Europe News Why is Slovenia the only EU country to ban arms trade with Israel? The Slovenian government has banned the export, import and transit of military equipment to and from Israel. Other European countries have reduced but not stopped their arms sales. 05/08/2025
Business EU-US trade deal will come with consequences, German industries warn German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed his satisfaction with the agreement between the European Commission president and the US president. Representatives of German industry are also relieved, but warn of future losses. 28/07/2025