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fromSpiegel
13 hours ago

(S+) Defense in Orbit: Germany Goes Big in the Military Space Race

The German military also uses this airborne communications hub, which allows command staff and soldiers deployed abroad to communicate across continents. The information they share is classified, strictly confidential.
Germany news
#ukraine
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy

Germany supports Ukraine's EU membership and emphasizes the need for peace and security in ongoing discussions.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Germany, UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine

Deescalation in the Middle East is crucial to maintain focus and support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy

Germany supports Ukraine's EU membership and emphasizes the need for peace and security in ongoing discussions.
#drones
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Plans to put UK industries on war footing delayed by a year' despite Iran conflict

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

US forces to join combat drills in Philippines to show commitment to Asia while fighting Iran

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

US is absolutely locked in' to Nato despite Trump's threats, Healey says

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the commitment of the US to NATO despite political criticisms.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Plans to put UK industries on war footing delayed by a year' despite Iran conflict

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
European startups
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 day ago

Kelluu raises 15M to build a persistent aerial intelligence layer for Europe

Kelluu raised €15 million in Series A funding led by NATO Innovation Fund for its autonomous hydrogen-powered airships.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Should the U.S. Military Fight?

General McChrystal's directive for restraint in Afghanistan aimed to win local support and avoid civilian casualties, despite pushback from frontline troops.
#uk-eu-relations
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

PM embraces Brexit divisions as he seeks closer ties with Europe

Sir Keir Starmer aims for closer EU relations, negotiating alignment on standards and rules, provoking significant political debate on sovereignty and governance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
UK politics

Keir Starmer defends plan for closer alignment with EU rules

Keir Starmer supports closer alignment with EU rules for UK, emphasizing national interest amid global turmoil.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe politics

UK and EU to explore renewed talks on defence cooperation

The UK and the EU are pursuing renewed negotiations on closer defence cooperation, including UK accession to the EU's Security Action for Europe (Safe) defence fund.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What is the new EU bill and could it give UK ministers Henry VIII-type powers?

A new bill in Britain will enable dynamic alignment with EU food and drink trade rules, allowing quick implementation without full parliamentary scrutiny.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

PM embraces Brexit divisions as he seeks closer ties with Europe

Sir Keir Starmer aims for closer EU relations, negotiating alignment on standards and rules, provoking significant political debate on sovereignty and governance.
#nato
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
World politics

NATO Chief Refuses to Answer When Asked if He Was Concerned by Trump's Threat to Kill the Entire Iranian Civilization': I'm Not Commenting'

Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Europe mulls the prospect of a NATO without the US

NATO is experiencing its worst crisis due to tensions between the US and European allies over the Iran war.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

NATO Chief Asked If He Still Views Trump as Daddy' While US Looks to Pull Out of Alliance

Mark Rutte explained his 'daddy' comment about Trump as a language misunderstanding, not a literal term of endearment.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Remaining in Nato is in best interests of US, says Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer emphasizes the importance of NATO for the US and urges Europe to enhance its support for the alliance amid the Iran conflict.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

NATO Chief Refuses to Answer When Asked if He Was Concerned by Trump's Threat to Kill the Entire Iranian Civilization': I'm Not Commenting'

Mark Rutte supports actions against Iran but avoids commenting on Trump's threats directly.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Closer to a break than ever': Can NATO survive if Trump pulls the US out?

The war in Iran has intensified divisions within NATO, raising doubts about the alliance's future and the US's commitment to collective defense.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Europe mulls the prospect of a NATO without the US

NATO is experiencing its worst crisis due to tensions between the US and European allies over the Iran war.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
#defense-spending
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago
UK politics

Higher defence spending could unlock 30bn annual boost for UK economy

Increased defense investment could add £30 billion annually to the British economy within two decades.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on defence spending: should the UK's security rest with Donald Trump? | Editorial

George Robertson criticizes Britain's complacency regarding defense spending and calls for a reevaluation of its global military role and commitments.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hegseth right to mock Royal Navy, says ex-army chief as he backs claims over military underfunding UK politics live

The government defends its defense spending record, citing significant investment and a strategic defense review to address current threats.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Higher defence spending could unlock 30bn annual boost for UK economy

Increased defense investment could add £30 billion annually to the British economy within two decades.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
14 hours ago

Berlin helping Kyiv with long-range strike capabilities to smash Russia - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Germany is intensifying its commitment to bolster Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities, as outlined by Defence Minister Boris Pistorius during recent discussions at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting.
Germany news
#uk
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK and France host summit on strait of Hormuz as depleted British fleet limits role

The UK will co-host a summit to discuss securing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Iran conflict concerns.
UK politics
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
UK politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

U.K. won't take part in Trump's planned blockade of Hormuz strait | Fortune

The UK will not participate in the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing freedom of navigation instead.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK and France host summit on strait of Hormuz as depleted British fleet limits role

The UK will co-host a summit to discuss securing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Iran conflict concerns.
UK politics
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
UK politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

U.K. won't take part in Trump's planned blockade of Hormuz strait | Fortune

The UK will not participate in the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing freedom of navigation instead.
#uk-government
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation

UK government plans to adopt EU single market rules without parliamentary votes, aiming to lower business costs and streamline regulations.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How a UK military college sought to distance itself from ban on Israelis

The UK government banned Israelis from a military college due to concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza, prompting internal reputation management discussions.
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation

UK government plans to adopt EU single market rules without parliamentary votes, aiming to lower business costs and streamline regulations.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How a UK military college sought to distance itself from ban on Israelis

The UK government banned Israelis from a military college due to concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza, prompting internal reputation management discussions.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Bunker busters and a Burger King: a visual guide to US military bases on British soil

US military bases in the UK play a crucial role in operations but face scrutiny amid changing political dynamics.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK's armed forces are in a sad state and they have only themselves to blame

George Robertson criticizes Keir Starmer for complacency in defense investment amid growing security threats.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The West is preparing for cheap drone attacks, but many businesses and civilians can only watch, not stop them

Civilian and corporate organizations struggle to counter small drone threats due to legal restrictions, leading to increased demand for drone detection devices.
#uk-defence
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK's stark warning to Putin over Russian spy submarines detected in North Atlantic

The UK is monitoring Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic and warns of serious consequences for any attempts to damage infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Starmer challenged over defence investment plan delay

The UK government faces pressure to publish a delayed military funding plan amid rising global threats and internal funding requests.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK's stark warning to Putin over Russian spy submarines detected in North Atlantic

The UK is monitoring Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic and warns of serious consequences for any attempts to damage infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Starmer challenged over defence investment plan delay

The UK government faces pressure to publish a delayed military funding plan amid rising global threats and internal funding requests.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Wales's first minister calls on Keir Starmer to halt US-UK space defence project

The United States under Donald Trump is not the partner it once was. Talk of targeting civilians, undermining our allies, and diminishing the sacrifice of our armed forces is not the conduct of a reliable ally.
UK politics
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Flips On Former Key European Ally: It's Her Who's Unacceptable'

Trump criticized Meloni after her defense of the Pope, claiming she has changed and is now unacceptable.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK steel exports to EU at risk as bloc doubles tariffs and halves quotas

The EU plans to double tariffs and halve quotas on steel imports to curb Chinese imports, impacting UK exports significantly.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Bizarre' lack of urgency in putting UK on war footing, says defence review co-author

Criticism of Keir Starmer's military policy highlights a lack of urgency in Britain's defence planning.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

UK says Russia ran submarine operation over cables and pipelines

Three Russian submarines conducted covert operations near UK cables, prompting a British military response to deter potential threats.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

NATO's eastern members brace for US disengagement

Baltic states support US military actions against Iran, viewing it as essential for their security against Russian threats.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Ukraine's Patriot crews are breaking from the norm, fighting Russian threats with fewer missiles

Ukrainian soldiers are using fewer Patriot interceptors against Russian missiles due to strained stockpiles, launching only one per threat instead of the standard two to four.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Is it time for the UK to acknowledge the rhetoric to reality gap' on its military power?

The UK military's delayed response to the Iran conflict highlights significant capacity issues and political decisions affecting deployment readiness.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Germany's Merz says determined to save European warplane project

Friedrich Merz is determined to salvage the troubled FCAS warplane programme despite nearing abandonment due to ongoing disagreements between Dassault and Airbus.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Why Ukraine's drone defense playbook may not fully translate for countries facing Iranian threats in the Middle East

The US and allies face a drone threat in the Middle East, requiring different defense strategies than those used in Ukraine.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Starmer rejects accusation Labour is complacent' on defence funding

Keir Starmer disagrees with George Robertson's views on defence funding, asserting that defence spending is increasing and addressing both defence and social security.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Badenoch warns Trump represents new US normal and vows to increase UK army by 20,000

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Starmer warns Trump's war in Iran is proof UK must strengthen European alliance

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-the-ground reporting during critical events.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

UK defence and alliances keep UK safe' against Iranian missiles insists minister

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Badenoch warns Trump represents new US normal and vows to increase UK army by 20,000

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Starmer warns Trump's war in Iran is proof UK must strengthen European alliance

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-the-ground reporting during critical events.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer's corrosive complacency' on defence has put UK in peril, says ex-Nato chief

The UK faces significant national security risks due to complacency in defense investment and planning.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Ministerial blame game over 'send in the Army' threat

Fianna Fáil questions Fine Gael leader for not informing about a no-confidence motion vote regarding the government's fuel crisis handling.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU seeks self-reliance as US, China dominate defense sector

The United States dominates the global arms market; the EU is accelerating moves toward a more self-reliant defense industry to reduce US dependence.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Europe must assume primary responsibility for its conventional defence under a NATO 3.0 while the US maintains nuclear deterrence and limited targeted conventional support.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

German and UK military chiefs state case for rearming

Europe must urgently rearm and strengthen defence industries, munitions production, forward deployments, and funding to deter Russia's westward military shift and elevated conflict risk.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

As trust in the US falters, Europe reopens the debate on a common army

European leaders debate forming a robust collective defense force to reduce reliance on the U.S., strengthen autonomy, and coordinate military contributions across member states.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Europe Has Received the Message

The EU is rapidly building independent defense capacity and EU-wide financing to fund rearmament amid Russian aggression and reduced U.S. reliability.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is making progress in designing its own new security architecture

Major European countries are initiating new defense cooperation frameworks, including talks on extending France's nuclear umbrella and deepening EU–UK security cooperation.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Without US military support, we need a European defence union. Here's what that looks like | Paul Taylor

Europe must build an independent, credible defence with higher spending, logistics, manpower and new leadership because US support may be reduced or absent.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK should consider resuming talks on EU defence pact, Starmer says

The UK may re-enter talks to join the EU's Safe defence fund to deepen European defence cooperation and boost military spending and capability.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

UK agrees drone defence plan with four EU allies

Britain is to develop new air defence weapons alongside the EU's four biggest military powers, deepening ties with the European defence sector. The project will invite manufacturers in the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Poland to submit plans to build low-cost missiles and autonomous drones. The allies are pledging a speedy process to build the weapons together, inspired by Ukraine's development of cheap drones to counter attacks from Russia.
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