NATO: Zelenskyy needs Patriots, Stoltenberg promises them DW 04/19/2024
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasizes the critical need for air-defense systems to combat Russian aggression, stressing it as a determining factor of alliance with NATO. [ more ]
Russia pounds Ukraine's cities and front lines as air defences dwindle
Ukraine's dwindling air defense missiles enabled Russian devastation of energy infrastructure and advances on the ground, with no recorded counterattacks inside Russian territory.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister urgently demands air defense batteries from European NATO allies and criticizes NATO alliance's failure to provide necessary support. [ more ]
NATO is boosting AI and climate research as scientific diplomacy remains on ice
The role of science and technology for NATO is crucial for maintaining a technical and military advantage, with a focus on defense and civil-security projects. [ more ]
EU nations reluctant to share Patriot systems with Ukraine
EU countries are hesitant to supply Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine due to concerns about depleting their own resources and potential exposure. [ more ]
German troops arrive in Lithuania, their first long-term foreign deployment since World War II
Germany deploys troops in Lithuania, marking a historic event as the first time since World War II forces are based outside Germany long-term.
Lithuania prepares military bases for a German brigade to be permanently stationed, enhancing defense and deterrence against potential eastern adversaries. [ more ]
EU und NATO: Bei den Deutschen hoch im Kurs DW 04/05/2024
Germans perceive a high global security threat, with more concern for peace in Europe, driving support for NATO and EU.
Germany is rapidly building up its military with a special fund of 100 billion euros allocated for modernization, following recent events like Russia's invasion of Ukraine. [ more ]
Britain must spend more on defence, warns former top civil servant
Britain urged to increase defence and aid spending for heightened security during dangerous period.
Former civil servant emphasizes the need for enhanced diplomatic networks, upgraded defence industrial capacity, and modernized European militaries. [ more ]