Bundeswehr orders 70mm practice rockets for combat helicopter Tiger from Rheinmetall
Rheinmetall has finalized a framework-contract with the Bundeswehr concerning the delivery of 70mm-practice rockets.
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John Cockerill Defense to modernize BV-206 vehicles for Ukraine
John Cockerill Defense has announced a new project to modernize dozens of BV-206 vehicles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Lithuania hands over L-39 Albatros light attack aircraft to Ukraine
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has confirmed the delivery of L-39 Albatros light attack aircraft to Ukraine.
Norway: Chief of Defence’s comments on the long-term defence plan
On Friday 5 April, the Norwegian government presented its long-term plan for the Norwegian defence sector.
Norway announces historic increase in defence spending to strengthen armed forces
The Norwegian Government is proposing to parliament a historic increase in defence spending with 600 billion kroner over the next 12 years, from this year to 2036 (approx. 60 billion USD).
Forward Defense: Strengthening U.S. Force Posture in Europe [CSIS Report]
This report examines U.S. force posture in Europe—including the military capabilities, personnel, infrastructure, and agreements that support defense operations and plans—and makes recommendations for future U.S. posture. It finds that the United States needs a robust, long-term military force posture in Europe, focused on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) eastern flank, to deter …
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Lithuania increases defence budget to strenghten armed forces
The Parliament of the Republic of Lithuania passed draft Government Budget 2024 with EUR 2 billion 91.7 million, including 134.8 million in Solidarity Contribution, earmarked for national defence.
EUROMIL: “European Armed Forces: State of Play 2023”
On 8 June 2023, EUROMIL organised a two-panel event on the European Parliament, hosted by MEP Juozas OLEKAS entitled “European Armed Forces: State of Play 2023”.