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Marc De Vos is the co-CEO of the Brussels-based Itinera Institute and the author of ‘Superpower Europe. The European Union’s silent revolution’ (Polity).
Opinion | Drones

Europe’s drone war

Russia can use drones to covertly attack Europe on its territory. Tactically, this gives Moscow many advantages, warns Marc de Vos. The key question: How will the EU and the USA react if Russia is proven to be responsible for an incident with consequences?

By Marc De Vos

Topic of the Day | EU summit

Informal summit: What to expect in Copenhagen

From drone defense to standoff weapons, the EU wants to push ahead with its defense readiness roadmap in Copenhagen. The proposal on Russian state bank funds is also on the agenda. The dispute over Israel sanctions could overshadow the leaders' meeting.

By Stephan Israel

Feature | Finland

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

Feature | Drones

Danger from drones: How NATO and the EU intend to respond

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