In February 2024, French President Emanuel Macron stated that to support Ukraine, the question of sending “land troops” cannot be ruled out[1]. Such remarks drew criticism from some NATO allies and strong rebukes from Moscow[2] despite the well-known presence of mercenaries[3] since the beginning of the all-out invasion and war in 2022 and past […]
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The JEY-CUAS project aims to develop a comprehensive counter-drone system capable of addressing the escalating threat posed by micro and mini drones.
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Two critical projects in the maritime domain, launched under the EU’s Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO), have plotted a clear way ahead on the future development of their projects.
The radar system is being procured for Moldova in the framework of an aid package funded by the European Union through the European Peace Facility (EPF).
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The Government of Estonia decided on Estonia’s participation in the European Union’s military operation EUNAVFOR Aspides in the Red Sea region.
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In 2024, EUMAM UA (European Union Military Assistance Mission Ukraine), the EU training mission, is starting the new year by training members of the Ukrainian armed forces to drive tracked vehicles.
Changes in European defence industrial strategies since February 2022
On March 15, European Commission allocated the EUR 500 million foreseen under the European Union defence industry development regulation on supporting ammunition production.
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In a move aimed at bolstering the EU’s defence sector, the leaders have called for rapid progress on the Joint Communication on a European Defence Industrial Strategy (EDIS), a proposal initially put forth by the European Commission on 5 March. Jan Pie, Secretary General of the Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association
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On March 21, the French Navy’s FREMM-class frigate Alsace, operating in the Red Sea, successfully destroyed three ballistic missiles using the Aster 30 interceptors.
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Ukraine can look forward to military aid worth billions of euros as it defends itself against Russian aggression.
The production ramp-up for ENFORCER missiles – ENFORCER Production Increase Campaign (EPIC) – has been proposed for funding within the European Commission’s ASAP programme.
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