MARTE: European main battle tank programme marks midterm progress as development moves to design phase
The European MARTE programme to develop a next-generation main battle tank has reached a key midterm milestone, Rheinmetall said.
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EUCOM commander says U.S. European bases key to Operation Epic Fury campaign against Iran
U.S. military forces and infrastructure in Europe are playing a critical role in supporting operations against Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury, the head of U.S. European Command told lawmakers.
DroneShield establishes EU manufacturing line to strengthen sovereign counter-UAS capability and expand European defence supply chain
Australian counter-drone specialist DroneShield has announced the establishment of a manufacturing capability within the European Union to produce counter-UAS systems.
Blighter secures contract to provide border surveillance radars and software to Eastern European army
British technology company Blighter has secured a contract to supply ground surveillance radars and software to an undisclosed Eastern European army.
EIF commits €50 million to Join Capital Fund III to support European deeptech and dual-use innovation in defence and space
The European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank Group, has announced a €50 million commitment to Join Capital’s third venture capital fund.
E5 defence ministers launch Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative boost readiness and support Ukraine
Defence ministers from Europe’s five largest defence spenders have launched the Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative in Krakow.
Ursula von der Leyen at Munich Security Conference calls for independent and stronger Europe [VIDEO]
At the Munich Security Conference 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security and prosperity.
Europe divided over future relationship with United States as security and strategic autonomy debate intensifies
Europe is split over its future relationship with the United States, as some governments weigh greater independence while others warn that distancing from Washington could weaken the continent’s security against Russia.
Baltic defence ministers agree plan for joint military mobility area to speed cross-border movements
The defence ministers of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania met in Tallinn on January 30 to advance regional defence cooperation and agreed to establish a joint Military Mobility Area to streamline the movement of forces and equipment.
European Commission approves second wave of SAFE defence funding, unlocking €74 billion for eight EU member states
The European Commission has approved a second group of national defence plans under the Security Action for Europe initiative, following the first wave of defence funding approvals.
Airbus to launch first Pléiades Neo Next satellite in 2028, strengthening Earth observation and geospatial services
Airbus will launch its first Pléiades Neo Next satellite in early 2028 from the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. The satellite will be launched aboard an Avio Vega C rocket.
Rutte warns EU lawmakers Europe cannot defend itself without U.S. as NATO support for Ukraine continues
Mark Rutte took part in an exchange of views with Members of the European Parliament Committees on Security and Defence and Foreign Affairs, in a meeting held with the Parliament’s delegation for relations with the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.