Battle for Pokrovsk: Russia Announces Breakthrough, Ukraine Denies It
Russia announced on Monday that its troops had made progress in the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, which…
I don’t know why Spain should be allowed to spend only 2.1% of its GDP on defense.
BrusselsThe office of the European Commissioner for Defence and Space, former Lithuanian Prime Minister Andrius Kubilius, is on…
China’s pause on rare earth export controls extends to EU – POLITICO
China has tightened its grip on critical minerals, expanding export controls on rare earths and other materials vital…
Europe’s Weakest Link: Arctic Security
A war is never confined to a single stage. Developments in Ukraine echoes in the Arctic, just as…
Rachel Reeves wants Brits investing — just as the City fears an AI bubble – POLITICO
“There is no doubt that the government would find it much harder to drive retail investment in a…
Dutch election favorite Rob Jetten is the EU’s dream – POLITICO
“Many in the Brussels bubble will welcome the rise of a mainstream, pro-governing and reform-oriented party,” said one…
Spain approves €3.12 bln deal for 45 Turkish-built Hurjet aircraft
The Spanish government has approved a €3.12 billion agreement for the acquisition of 45 Hurjet training aircraft, designed…
Catalan separatists break with Spanish Socialists, hobbling PM Sánchez – POLITICO
The Spanish parliament passed the promised amnesty bill last year, but its full application has since been halted by…
Russia Says It Downed 34 Ukrainian Drones Targeting Moscow
Russian authorities said on Monday that air defence systems intercepted 34 Ukrainian drones attempting to strike Moscow overnight.…
Germany’s new €377B military wish list – POLITICO
Taken together, it’s a comprehensive roadmap for Germany’s long-overdue defense overhaul, anchored firmly in domestic industry. Politically, the…