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Why the Greens support FCAS

The Franco-German-Spanish program to develop a sixth-generation airborne weapon system is on the brink of collapse. Greens from Germany and France are warning that the FCAS could be canceled without a replacement solution.

By Anton Hofreiter, Sara Nanni, Chantal Kopf, Cyrielle Châtelain, Damien Girard and Catherine Hervieu

Denmark: Civilian drone flights banned during EU meeting

Drones have been spotted at Danish military bases again – just days before important EU meetings. The Bundeswehr is sending support forces in view of the EU leaders meeting on Wednesday. The Danish government has banned civilian drone flights until Friday.

By Redaktion Table

Finland: Why the country is not afraid of Russia

Finland is defending Europe's border, the border between democracy and dictatorship, says Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen. He believes his country is well equipped in view of its comprehensive security concept and broad consensus vis-à-vis Russia.

By Stephan Israel

Drone wall in the Baltic States: The ideas behind the project

Drone manufacturers want to help shape border protection and are hoping for lucrative orders. However, many politically sensitive issues have not yet been clarified. The only clear thing is that new technologies will play a greater role at Europe's borders.

By Lisa-Martina Klein