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Putin: Russia engaged in battle for its 'historic borders'

Tens of thousands of people waving Russian flags attended the patriotic concert at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium honouring "Defenders of the Fatherland".

My Europe Series

State of the Union: What were the top stories in the EU this week?

Ammunition stockpiles, fresh Russian sanctions, EU economy on the up and more jail time for the MEPs involved in corruption case were hot topics.

World News

Ukraine war: How can NATO ramp up munitions production?

The Ukraine war has exposed large holes in the military's stockpiles: How can NATO get much-needed ammunition faster?

Europe Decoded

Could Germany's Leopard 2 hesitation tank its arms exports?

Leopard 2: Can Germany's hesitation over Ukraine exports tank its reputation and arms sales?

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Europe News

What makes the Leopard 2 so powerful compared to other Western tanks?

After weeks of mounting political pressure, Germany has agreed to supply Ukraine with 14 Leopard 2A6 tanks.

Ukraine

Life on the 'zero line' of Ukraine's trenches

Frontline Ukrainian soldiers under constant bombardment in frozen trenches describe life under fire and their hopes NATO will send more tanks.

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Watch: Sudan forces crack down on protesters in capital

Sudanese protesters were pushed back by security forces who fired tear gas and water hoses at the crowds on Thursday during a march through the capital to parliament

United Kingdom

Does Harry’s claim of killing in Afghanistan threaten his security?

Prince says he killed 25 soldiers, which may put his security at risk

Ukraine

Medvedev's weapons claim, and other key developments in Ukraine war

Here is the latest news from Russia's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

Bakhmut in ruins as Russia battles on in eastern Ukraine

The battle for the eastern city of Bakhmut continues as maintenance workers in Ukraine's capital race to rescue residents trapped in elevators who are stranded due to power cuts. Meanwhile, an overnight strike on Odesa has left much of the city without power.

Belgium

EU's defence suffering from 'years of under investment'

The EU has sent billions in arms and equipment to Ukraine. But this has also exposed shortfalls in supplies among the 27 member states according to the bloc's chief for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

USA

US Air Force unveils new stealth bomber amid arms race with China

The B-21 Raider -- which is not set to fly until 2023 -- is the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years.

Ukraine

Six new developments to know about Russia's war in Ukraine

Here is our summary of the latest news from Russia's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Estonia calls on Europe to double military spending plans

The Baltic foreign minister made the comments on a visit to Kyiv with six other colleagues from the Nordic and Baltic region.

Europe News

Brussels calls for faster military mobility and stronger cyber defence

The proposals aim to ensure that the bloc's transport infrastructure can be used by heavy military equipment.

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Ukraine receives remote-controlled machine to destroy landmines

Ukraine receives remote-controlled machine that destroys landmines

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Six key developments to know today

These are the six key developments in the Ukraine war you need to know today.

Belgium

NATO insists annual nuclear drills are not linked to Russia tensions

The manoeuvres are likely to coincide with Moscow's own annual nuclear drills, dubbed "Grom", in which Russia tests its nuclear-capable bombers, submarines and missiles.

France

France to boost forces on NATO's eastern flank after Russian strikes

The move follows President Macron's announcement of a €100 million arms fund for Ukraine, although some accuse Paris of not doing enough for Ukraine.

Culture news

Military leader wants K-pop band BTS to do military service

The group went on hiatus in June, prompting speculation South Korea's policy of compulsory military service was to blame.