More than 180 drones and missiles against targets in Ukraine every night: Russia continues its relentless attacks and has now destroyed 70% of the country’s power generation infrastructure.
By Viktor Funk
The New START Treaty, which regulates the United States and Russia’s nuclear arsenal, expires in February 2026. There is currently no extension in sight.
By Maria Mitrov
Andreas Bappert develops cost-effective guided missiles against drone attacks. The Estonian company Frankenburg Technologies wants to redefine air defense with faster and cheaper solutions.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has said he is ready for new elections. His popularity has remained steady at around 60 percent for months. However, the risk that Russia will interfere in a vote is high.
By Viktor Funk
Pascal Villain to join consultant Accenture Song in February. The company is thus expanding its defense division.
By Lisa-Martina Klein
A PESCO project led by Germany has spent two years producing coordinated European analyses for cyberspace. However, there is a lack of money and trust to continue successfully.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Croatia is to receive 44 Leopard 2A8 tanks from KNDS Germany. The value of EUR 1.5 billion will be reduced by a German subsidy.
By Frank Stier
The new US strategy devalues Europe as a partner. Troop reductions are becoming more likely.
By Nana Brink
On his first trip to the Middle East, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is counting on Jordan’s involvement. He has called on Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu to curb the violence in the West Bank.
By Markus Bickel