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Germany

Germany prepares test information leaflet drop using helium balloons

According to the Saxony State Command, the 5th Operations Company with around 100 soldiers will be deployed to the state for the operation.

World News

Euroviews. Power or principle? Europe must expand Its room for manoeuvre

In a world of open power politics, the EU must demonstrate its ability to act - while internal political shifts are jeopardising its foreign-policy and economic capacity to do so.

Tech News

What is the ‘Golden Dome’ and how would it work?

US President Donald Trump said his planned acquisition of Greenland is crucial for his $175-billion ‘Golden Dome’ defence project. Here’s what we know so far about the system.

Norway

Norway’s military preparing for property requisitions in wartime

The letters have no practical impact in peacetime other than to let owners know that the military may take over their goods in the event of a conflict, the statement said.

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World News

Euroviews. Europe is permanently vulnerable to blackmail — it must rearm

In recent months, the EU has suffered the most serious diplomatic defeats. This will only change in the future if the member states possess greater military power, Karl-Heinz Paqué writes in an opinion article for Euronews.

Europe Today

US-Denmark tensions over Greenland 'not the end' of NATO, Sprūds says

In an interview Euronews' flagship show Europe Today, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds sought to dispel concerns the NATO military alliance is in crisis over Greenland, saying he would "not over-dramatise" the situation.

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Japanese and Italian PMs discuss defence and trade in Tokyo on Meloni's birthday

Japan and Italy upgraded their relationship to a special strategic partnership, emphasizing economic and energy security and marking 160 years of diplomatic ties.

Economy

Can Europe's military spending revive economic growth?

Europe is ramping up defence spending, led by Germany, with economists expecting a modest boost to growth. While rising orders support activity, long production lags and structural headwinds may limit the economic pay-off.

Europe News

Commission greenlights national defence investment plans worth €38bn

SAFE is one of the biggest prongs of the EU's Readiness 2030 package, which aims to inject hundreds of billions of euros into defence before the end of the decade – by which time many intelligence agencies estimate Russia could attack another European country.

World News

Japan, Philippines sign defence pact to counter growing China threat

According to Japanese and Philippine officials, the new pact would assist both countries in responding to natural catastrophes, a shared concern, and taking part in UN peacekeeping missions, which will be an addition to facilitating cooperative fighting exercises.

Europe News

EU Parliament questions defence loan's '€17 billion gift' to Hungary

MEPs worry that without strict conditions, Viktor Orbán will funnel EU funds meant for defence into his upcoming election campaign.

EU.XL

What is the EU doing to defend its borders?

Europe is shifting into defence mode. EU leaders say the threat is real and growing. As Brussels pours billions into defence, is Europe preparing fast enough for the threats it says are coming?

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German Chancellor Merz visits India to boost economic and defence ties

During his first official visit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and India's PM Modi discussed trade, technology, and green development, aiming to reduce reliance on China.

Business

Global cooperation has shifted to favour smaller ally groups, says WEF

Large-scale, global cooperation is weakening as trade, finance, and tech links shift toward smaller, interest-based groups of countries, says the World Economic Forum.

Business

Defence shares jump after Venezuela fallout and US talk on Greenland

The sector rallied in Europe, the US, and parts of Asia, with investors betting tensions will keep military spending elevated and order books fuller for longer.

World News

Merz's Ukraine remarks spark German backlash over troop deployments

The possible deployment of Bundeswehr troops to Ukraine has become a topic of debate in Germany, the prospect drawing criticism from both the left and the right.

Markets

Oil rallies after Venezuela shock while safe haven assets also rise

Washington’s action in Venezuela jolted markets, with oil showing volatile price movements as investors considered long-term supply consequences. Gold and defence stocks also inched up.

Germany

German paratrooper unit probed over alleged abuses and antisemitism

The elite Bundeswehr unit allegedly allowed a culture of misconduct to persist for years, such as antisemitism, sexual assault, and violent rituals.

World News

Berlin and London join forces to upgrade artillery weapon systems

Germany and the United Kingdom are purchasing modern, mobile artillery for around 61 million euros. The deal is part of an intensified military cooperation—including plans for a joint long-range weapon.

China

China sanctions 20 US defence companies over arms sales to Taiwan

According to the Chinese foreign ministry, the sanctions entail freezing the companies’ assets in China and banning individuals and organisations from accessing them.