The German Armed Forces relied on self-built first-person view drones for the “Grand Quadriga” in Lithuania. Lessons learned from Ukraine showed them that soldiers should also know how to build drones.
By Robert Wallenhauer
A container ship chartered by the German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has been damaged in the Persian Gulf. The G-7 countries are planning joint security measures for shipping routes while the security situation remains uncertain.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
German defense startups may soon require so much capital that only US investors will be able to help. This stands in the way of Europe’s quest for sovereignty.
By Robert Wallenhauer
Geopolitical crises and new risk factors are combining to create complex uncertainties for companies. This development could hamper investment and impair economic momentum in the long term.
By Anja Käfer-Rohrbach
Romania pledges logistical support to the US: Up to 500 US soldiers are to be stationed at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base for an initial period of 90 days. Their tasks are “purely defensive in nature,” according to President Nicușor Dan.
By Frank Stier
Reports of Iran’s use of sea mines in the blocked strait are causing uncertainty. The United States military is responding with attacks. Meanwhile, the US president is calling for oil tankers to continue sailing.
By Redaktion Table
If spacecraft are on a collision course, swift action is required. This means that their trajectories must be tracked precisely. New systems can also detect targeted approaches. One such system has been developed by Munich-based start-up Vyoma.
By Ralf Nestler
In order to save German development cooperation, there needs to be a much stronger focus on realistic goals. This is according to a new study by the German Public Policy Institute (GPPi). The German government’s focus here should be on “equal opportunities”.
By Markus Bickel
Following record sales in 2025, Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger is increasingly focusing on the growing business with unmanned systems. As early as April, the budget committee could decide on procurement contracts for the FV-014 loitering munition from the Düsseldorf-based defense contractor.
By Robert Wallenhauer
Chancellor Merz is to visit northern Norway with Defense Secretary Pistorius. The trip serves to coordinate security policy issues in the Arctic, space projects, and German-Norwegian submarine cooperation.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
