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Switzerland intends to build military drone battalion by 2028
Switzerland announced its intention to build a military drone battalion on Thursday, amid a rearmament trend across Europe. "From 2028, the army will deploy its own drone battalion for reconnaissance,…
Growing Drone Threat Raises Concerns Over UK Energy Infrastructure
Britain is considering tighter restrictions on airspace above critical energy infrastructure amid growing concerns that hostile drones could be used to disrupt…
In a first, Libya’s rival forces take part in joint US-led military exercises
Forces from Libya's east- and west-based administrations participated in U.S. special forces exercises in the central city of Sirte on Tuesday in…
Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to…
Belgium to Deploy Soldiers in Streets for Security Patrols
Belgium will begin deploying soldiers on its streets from Monday, Defence Minister Theo Francken announced Thursday during a plenary session of the…
EU Environment Chief Urges Nations to Use Nature as a Strategic Defence Tool
Countries should consider restoring natural ecosystems along their land borders as part of a broader national security strategy, according to the European…
EU countries agree on big defence fund
EU nations have tentatively accepted a 150 billion euro fund, SAFE, to enhance defense, supporting EU members and Ukraine's military projects.
UPDATED: EU Commission proposes €800 bln defense plan
EU proposes €150 billion borrowing to enhance defense capabilities.
Europe needs to invest more in defence production, Airbus CEO says
The CEO of Airbus urged closer EU defense cooperation and increased investment in production capacity, highlighting the need to reduce reliance on…
Estonian PM Kallas backs new EU defence industry commissioner post
By Andrew Gray BRUSSELS, March 21 (Reuters) - Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas has backed the idea of a European Commissioner dedicated…