Defence Ministry

Europe News

Polish EU presidency to focus on energy, defence and economic security

With Trump's arrival in the US White House, a new EU Commission and the ongoing war in Ukraine, security in all its possible dimensions will be the main priority of the next rotating EU presidency, said Poland's Ambassador Agnieszka Bartol.

09/12/2024

South Korea

South Korea's defence minister resigns following martial law turmoil, media report

The decision came after Kim Yong Hyun, who reportedly was partially responsible for the declaration of the short-lived martial law, had offered to resign.

05/12/2024

No Comment

WATCH: Russia flaunts military helicopters in Ukraine

Russia's defence ministry has released footage showing combat helicopters on a mission in Ukraine.

25/03/2024

Estonia

Estonia Minister of Justice resigns over corruption allegations

The official allegedly received state support to rent an apartment owned by his stepson in Tallinn.

17/03/2024

Germany

EU should prepare for war by decades end, German Defence Minister says

The German Defence Minister warns of escalating Russian threats by the end of the decade, urging European countries to fortify their defence industries and adapt to geopolitical shifts.

18/12/2023

Ukraine

Who is Ukraine's new defence minister?

Oleksii Reznikov, leader of Ukraine's defence ministry blighted by alleged corruption, was dismissed on Sunday. But who is his successor?

04/09/2023

Ukraine

Kyiv says Russian drones hit NATO member Romania, Sweden spy trial

All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine.

04/09/2023

World News

Ukraine war: Poland reinforces Belarus border, Russia makes advances

Poland’s defence minister said Saturday that the country has increased the number of troops protecting its border with Belarus as a deterrent amid “destabilising” actions by its pro-Russian neighbour.

13/08/2023

Ukraine

Ukraine advances towards Bakhmut, as drones rain down on Kyiv

All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine.

03/07/2023

Ukraine

Russia says it destroyed Leopard tanks. They turned out to be tractors

Leopard 2 tanks are some of the most advanced and powerful military vehicles out there. Dozens have been provided by NATO countries to help Ukraine.

16/06/2023

France

France's 'war economy' feels distant for French manufacturers

Though Macron called for a shift to a “war economy” following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, some manufacturers say that wish is yet to be fulfilled.

07/04/2023

Ukraine

Zelenskyy says Russia is throwing more troops into battle

Ukraine's military has said its preparing for mass Russian bombardments across the country any day now as Moscow's invasion nears the one-year mark.

06/02/2023

Europe News

Poland signs deal with France to receive two observation satellites

Poland will get two reconnaissance satellites and a receiving station from France in 2027 but will have access to satellite imagery straight away.

28/12/2022

Finland

NATO for nappies as Finland's defence minister goes on paternity leave

Antti Kaikkonen is praised as he becomes the first male minister in the Nordic nation to take extended paternity leave to enjoy time with his young children.

15/12/2022

Tech News

Fighting from my living room: How one volunteer hacker helped Ukraine

The war in Ukraine is also being fought online, as volunteer hackers across the world take sides. One Swedish hacker describes helping Ukraine.

13/11/2022

Europe Decoded

Debunked: German army will not be patrolling streets from 1 October

Social media users have falsely claimed that the country's military have been given new or expanded powers.

29/09/2022