NATO launches Steadfast Dart 2026, its most visible exercise of the year across Central Europe
NATO has officially launched Exercise Steadfast Dart 2026 across Central Europe, with the start announced on 15 January in Mons, Belgium.
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Czechoslovak Group and Poland’s WB Group join ASD, strengthening European defence industry representation at EU level
AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) has welcomed two new members following unanimous approval by its Board: Czechoslovak Group (CSG) and WB Group.
European leaders reaffirm Greenland sovereignty after Trump renews comments on possible U.S. acquisition
European leaders issued a joint statement backing Greenland’s sovereignty amid renewed comments by former U.S. president Donald Trump about acquiring the island.
Europe’s rearmament moment: why 2026 must focus on the soldier, not just the platform
Europe’s rearmament will ultimately be judged not by budget totals or platform inventories, but by performance under pressure.
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U.S. intelligence says Russia lacks capability to invade Europe – Tulsi Gabbard
Director of U.S. National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has dismissed a Reuters report as false, accusing it of spreading propaganda about Russia’s intentions.
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ICEYE secures new funding to expand sovereign SAR systems and deepen Europe’s space intelligence
ICEYE has raised EUR 150 million in new financing led by General Catalyst, along with a EUR 50 million secondary placement that values the company at EUR 2.4 billion (USD 2.8 billion).
DroneShield wins 5.2 million dollar European defence order for handheld counter-drone systems
DroneShield has secured a 5.2 million dollar follow-on contract from an in-country European reseller required to supply its handheld counter-drone systems to a European military customer.
U.S. Air Force concludes B-52H Stratofortress mission in Europe following joint training with multiple Allies
U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers left Spain on 24 November to return to Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, marking the end of Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1.
European consortium launches iMUGS2 to develop interoperable unmanned ground systems
A European consortium of defence, research, and technology organisations has launched the iMUGS2 project after its proposal was approved under the European Defence Fund programme.
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Europe’s counter-drone paradox: the money is flowing, but capability isn’t
Counter-drone spending in particular is exploding, driven by Ukraine, Gaza and daily drone incursions across NATO airspace, with the EU pledging billions to build a new ‘drone wall’ along its eastern flank.
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U.S. Army’s V Corps leads NATO allies in multinational war simulation to strengthen eastern flank readiness
Soldiers from across NATO joined the U.S. Army’s V Corps between 23 October and 2 November to take part in Avenger Triad 25, a large-scale computer-assisted combat simulation.
Rearming Europe: Indra CEO highlights company’s Role in strengthening Europe’s defence capabilities
José Vicente de los Mozos, CEO of Indra Group, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing Europe’s technological and industrial defence capabilities at the 5th European Defence and Security Conference in Brussels.