Following US prototypes, the German AI start-up Helsing is now also presenting an unmanned combat aircraft, the CA-1 Europa. The new trend casts doubt on expensive systems such as FCAS.
By Nana Brink
The Ukrainian defense is crumbling on some fronts. With the new front in Sumy, Russia has succeeded in stretching and thus weakening Ukraine's forces. In cooperation with Reaktion Group Consulting, Table.Briefings analyzes the situation in Ukraine.
By Redaktion Table
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
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
The reintroduction of compulsory military service by the German government would be unconstitutional. This is the conclusion of an expert opinion by lawyer David Werdermann on behalf of Greenpeace.
By Lisa-Martina Klein and Markus Bickel
Donald Trump is continuing to put pressure on energy imports from Russia. Now he wants to talk to Orbán himself. And von der Leyen has also made promises.
By Redaktion Table
At the beginning of the budget week, the Federal Audit Office sent a report on the defense budget to the budget holders. Among other things, it criticizes the personnel budget.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
The UN sanctions against Iran will come back into force at the end of the month unless the members of the Security Council agree on a further extension of the easing measures. This is leading to power struggles between hardliners and reformers in Tehran. Our Focus on Iran is published in cooperation with the Center for Middle East and Global Order (CMEG).
By Center for Middle East and Global Order (CMEG)
Ukraine wants to use interceptor drones more often than before to defend itself against Russian drones. Their development is still in its infancy, not least due to a lack of investment. This is where private initiatives come in.
By Viktor Funk
The airspace over Europe is becoming less safe. Following the intrusion of Russian jets and combat drones into NATO territories, a new drone incident in Denmark and Norway has alarmed the Western defense alliance. The alliance issued a clear warning to Moscow.
By Viktor Funk and Lisa-Martina Klein
