While representatives of the U.S. and Russia gather in Miami to discuss a possible end to the war, it continues to rage on the frontlines. In cooperation with the Reaktion Group, Table.Briefings analyzes the situation in Ukraine.
By Redaktion Table
Germany and France are struggling to find solutions for the multi-billion-euro FCAS project. Increasing tensions could also jeopardize other arms projects.
By Gabriel Bub
Operators of critical infrastructure are largely powerless legally when it comes to drone overflights. The Federal Ministry of the Interior is responding with a defense center and a special unit. However, it will not be possible to provide protection across the board.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
The EU will now take out a loan via the Multiannual Financial Framework to finance Ukraine with €90 billion over the next two years. The initially preferred option of a reparations loan failed, not least because of the high guarantees demanded by Belgium.
By Stephan Israel
Procurement proposals totalling EUR 50 billion are passing through the Budget Committee shortly before the turn of the year. The opposition is criticizing the lack of transparency in procurement, and the Federal Audit Office is warning of arms inflation.
By Gabriel Bub and Markus Bickel
Despite growing military cooperation, Poland views its neighbor with suspicion. This is due not only to historical events, but also to the concern that Germany would not be able to defend the country in the event of a Russian attack.
By Andrzej Rybak
The “coalition of the willing” is planning far-reaching security guarantees for Ukraine. Where the military capabilities are to come from remains unclear. The statements coming from Germany are also vague.
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European leaders are using the announcement of a planned multinational force to underline their role in negotiations over Ukraine. The initiative could bring Western troops closer to Russia’s borders than at any point before the war.
By Viktor Funk
The German Federal Office for Civil Protection (FOCP) is calling on municipalities to designate public shelters from March 2026. However, key questions regarding criteria and threat scenarios remain unanswered. Funding is largely the responsibility of the municipalities themselves.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
The NATO Secretary General will discuss the links between energy and security policy with EU energy ministers on Monday. In an interview with Table.Briefings, his chief advisor for hybrid threats explains the issues Mark Rutte will be discussing.
By Manuel Berkel
