Romanian presidential election puts country’s NATO drift on the line
ROME — Ahead of a crucial vote in Romania on Sunday that could see a NATO-skeptic, Putin-friendly candidate…
NATO is planning a fleet of sea drones to protect critical underwater infrastructure
NATO is planning to launch a fleet of uncrewed naval ships, a military commander said. Pierre Vandier told…
EU-wide weapon buying boosts bloc’s defense spending to record in 2023
PARIS — European Union countries increased defense spending by 10% to a record €279 billion ($293 billion) last…
Turkish strike drone completes first carrier landing, takeoff
ISTANBUL — The Baykar TB-3 combat drone landed and took off from the flight deck of the amphibious…
NATO drill sends divers, drones to sneak by underwater alarm sensors
MILAN — NATO has tested a series of alliance-made underwater sensors, meant to protect critical infrastructure in the…
EU approves first-ever funding for joint weapons, ammo procurement
PARIS — The executive arm of the European Union approved €300 million (US$317 million) in funding for five…
Latvia selects Ascod infantry fighting vehicle for its land forces
WARSAW, Poland — The Latvian Ministry of Defence has selected the Ascod infantry fighting vehicle for the country’s…
Trump vows peace in chaotic Middle East. But fixing it won’t be easy.
TEL AVIV, Israel — Donald Trump will return to the U.S. presidency at a time of unprecedented conflict…
Air Force to send bomber task force to Europe
The Air Force plans to soon send its latest task force of strategic bombers to Europe to train…
Czechia’s quiet struggle for artillery shells holds lessons for Europe
The battlefield conditions for Ukrainian defenders remain dire as the war enters its third year, with winter fast…
France, Germany to hammer out next steps for delay-prone FCAS warplane
PARIS — France, Germany and Spain will refine the scope of their future sixth-generation fighter jet and its…
Engine maker Renk opens shop in Italy ahead of armor spending frenzy
ROME — German propulsion firm Renk has announced it is setting up a subsidiary in La Spezia in…