European concerns rise over Russian use of Iranian drones in Ukraine
Israeli companies that developed anti-drone systems have received an "unprecedented" number of requests from European countries to evaluate the systems.
Israel warns of Iran’s attempt to obtain technology from Europe
Israel has issued a warning to certain European countries about the increased efforts of the Iranian secret service to acquire dual-use technologies.
Macron opposes German purchase of Arrow 3 missile defence system
Macron wants European countries to seek greater independence in airspace defence, while Germany proceeds with its plan to purchase the Israeli combat-proven Arrow 3 air defence system.
EU Naval Force Operation ATALANTA: maritime security provider
During the last three years, EUNAVFOR ATALANTA has turned to a maritime security provider in the North Western Indian Ocean.
Fortifying Defence: Strengthening Critical Energy Infrastructure against Hybrid Threats
The European security order is undergoing a fundamental transformation, where hybrid threats will likely increase.
European countries turn to Israeli companies for advanced defence systems despite US pressure
Israeli defence companies anticipate that the US will try to persuade NATO members to purchase American-made defence systems instead of Israeli ones.
European Commission: powering strategic autonomy in space
The European Commission is enhancing technological sovereignty of the European Union through greater investment and cooperation.
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European defence in a changed strategic environment [EDA Annual Report 2022]
The European Defence Agency (EDA) has stepped up its support to our EU governments as they debate the way forward for European defence.
Breton: Germany has a pivotal role to play in boosting EU ammunition production
German Rheinmetall is the biggest producer of artillery ammunition in Europe. Currently, the company is producing up to 450,000 artillery rounds per year.
EU plans to allocate over €500 million to increase ammunition production
The European Union’s executive wants to set aside more than €500 million to increase ammunition production to help Ukraine and replenish the stocks of EU member countries.
A question of strategic credibility: How Europeans can fix the ammunition problem in Ukraine
Europeans need to take urgent steps to ensure a larger and more certain supply of ammunition to Ukraine – and thereby alter the military balance on the ground.
EDIRPA/EDIP: risks and opportunities of future joint procurement initiatives for the European defence market
The Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24 has acted as a wake-up call for most EU member states.