The idea of a drone wall receives broad support at the EU summit in Copenhagen. The Commission is now to finalize the roadmap for Europe’s defense capabilities by the end of October. However, the member states are claiming control over the joint armaments projects.
By Stephan Israel and Stefan Braun
Drone defense on the eastern flank is one of four projects the Commission intends to present at the summit in Copenhagen as part of its roadmap for defense readiness. NATO Secretary General Rutte welcomes the initiative.
By Stephan Israel
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
The Franco-German-Spanish program to develop a sixth-generation airborne weapon system is on the brink of collapse. Greens from Germany and France are warning that the FCAS could be canceled without a replacement solution.
By Anton Hofreiter, Sara Nanni, Chantal Kopf, Cyrielle Châtelain, Damien Girard and Catherine Hervieu
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 Commission President wants to support Ukraine even more in the drone war with Russia. A violation of airspace over Poland gives her demand even more urgency. Von der Leyen announced a tougher stance towards Israel.
By Stephan Israel
Nineteen Member States have applied for loans under the SAFE program. The Commission has now announced the sum that will be available to the various Member States. Poland is set to receive the most.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
