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Two drones from Russia crash in Latvia, army says

Europe is on high alert after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall."

Markets

First Ukrainian companies added to London-listed reconstruction fund

For the first time Ukrainian equities have been included in a London-listed fund, which aims to channel investment into the nation’s eventual post-war reconstruction and current economic resilience.

Europe News

Ukraine to open arms exports with 'Drone Deals,' Zelenskyy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that Ukraine is set to open its arms exports via so-called drone deals, but not all countries will have access to Kyiv's battlefield tested expertise.

Mobility

Could this short take-off and landing aeroplane cut travel time?

Flying directly across terrain and waterways, the new hybrid aeroplane will “dramatically reduce travel times,” according to the partners of the Norwegian project.

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Europe News

Euroviews. Adapt or lose: Ukraine's drone war is exposing Europe's weakness

Europe risks falling behind in modern warfare unless it learns from Ukraine's rapid, drone-driven innovation model, argues Dr Robert Brüll, founder and CEO of German company FibreCoat, in an opinion piece for Euronews.

Europe News

German-made components found in Russian drones despite EU sanctions

Hundreds of thousands of German components can be found in Russian drones and weapons systems. How do these components get to Russia? Research shows complex supply chains via intermediaries and third countries.

Europe News

How German troops are building and field-testing their own drones

During the "Grand Quadriga 2026" exercise, the German army has been demonstrating the transformation of modern warfare, where drones, data and speed are increasingly decisive.

Europe News

Bombed Ukraine retaliates against Russian military targets

Ukrainian Defence Forces targeted drone manufacturing plants in Russia and on occupied Ukrainian territory.

Europe News

Gepard anti-aircraft gun proves its worth in Ukraine, four years on

Four years after Berlin's decision to deliver it, it has become clear that the once decommissioned Gepard tank is now a key system in Ukraine's air defence — and one of the most effective "drone killers" in the fight against Russia.

Europe News

Moscow releases data about European firms making drones for Ukraine

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European countries have provided Kyiv with extensive financial and military aid, supplying the armed forces with weapons systems and ammunition.

EU.XL

Drone tech evolves every 3-6 months, leaving Europe buying old systems

The war in Ukraine made clear that drone technology evolves faster than governments can buy it. Can defence systems keep up?

EU.XL

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

Europe News

Berlin and Kyiv seal sweeping pact on drones, data and missiles

According to the Ukrainian president, who visited the German capital, at least 10 agreements were reached at the German-Ukrainian government consultations in Berlin - the first since 2004.

Europe News

Zelenskyy pitches new joint security system to European allies

Ukraine should be an integral part of Europe’s security, or some on the continent would be part of the "Russian world," Zelenskyy said as he announced discussions over a new joint defence system with EU and non-EU countries.

EU.XL

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.

Smart Regions

The pioneering project integrating drones into air traffic control

In partnership with the European Commission

Piloted aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, drones... How do we make sure that all of these aircraft can fly in the same airspace without colliding? At Odense airport, Denmark, full-scale tests are being carried out.

EU.XL

The EU is boosting drone production - is it ready for war?

Is the European Union doing as much as it can to protect its citizens?

EU.XL

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.

Ukraine

Ukrainians shot down Iranian drones in the Gulf, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine’s president announced that Ukrainian experts in the Middle East have already shot down Iranian drones in “several countries” with domestically produced interceptors.

Germany

German Army chief warns of a 'glass-like' battlefield

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, German Army chief Christian Freuding outlines how data, speed and digital systems are reshaping modern warfare.