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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The British-German conversation deserves more than tired old cliches. Over to you, Merz and Starmer | John Kampfner

Germany seeks to strengthen ties with the UK through a new friendship treaty emphasizing cooperation in defense, business, and culture.
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

New US weapons deal: What will Ukraine receive and who will pay for it

The US plans to sell Patriot batteries and other weapons to European allies that would be transferred to Kyiv in a coordinated effort to enhance Ukraine's air defense.
US politics
#russia
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Macron to raise French defence targets, citing Russia threat

France is setting new defense targets in response to Russia and potential U.S. disengagement.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Nuclear powers UK and France to tighten cooperation

Britain and France are enhancing nuclear cooperation to strengthen European security against US commitment concerns and Russian ambitions.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

US tariffs of 200pc on pharma could lead to shortages of medicine - Taoiseach

US pharmaceutical companies benefit from access to the lucrative EU market, which can be threatened by high tariffs.
#emmanuel-macron
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Five key takeaways from Macron's speech to UK parliament

Post-Brexit, collaboration between the UK and EU is essential for addressing shared challenges in defense, migration, and security.
fromwww.thelocal.dk
1 month ago

Denmark takes over EU presidency with European security top of agenda

Security is the top priority for Denmark's EU presidency, focusing on rearming Europe and enhancing defense capabilities.
#eu-summit
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Key takeaways from Europe's emergency summit on Ukraine

EU leaders focus on enhancing defense commitments amid US military aid suspension to Ukraine.
Concerns grow over European reliance on US support for Ukraine's defense.
Leaders discuss increasing defense spending and joint military initiatives.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Key takeaways from Europe's emergency summit on Ukraine

EU leaders focus on enhancing defense commitments amid US military aid suspension to Ukraine.
Concerns grow over European reliance on US support for Ukraine's defense.
Leaders discuss increasing defense spending and joint military initiatives.
#nato
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

NATO summit in The Hague: A big win for Donald Trump? DW 06/23/2025

Europe's defense spending is increasingly accepted by NATO nations to meet U.S. demands, particularly with Germany's support.
#defense-spending
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Europe politics

Europe might be increasing its defense spending, but it's moving way too slowly to be ready for Russia, says Saab CEO

Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Rheinmetall eyes growth chance as Europe rearms DW 03/12/2025

Rheinmetall sees unprecedented growth opportunities due to increased European defense spending and geopolitical shifts.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Europe politics

Europe might be increasing its defense spending, but it's moving way too slowly to be ready for Russia, says Saab CEO

Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Germany's Merz says defence spending counters Putin's 'war against Europe'

Germany's defense spending boost aims to counter Russian aggression against Europe.
Friedrich Merz emphasizes the need for European security leadership.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Bundestag debates historic financial package DW 03/18/2025

Germany's new budget plan aims to address domestic and international security by increasing defense spending.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Rheinmetall eyes growth chance as Europe rearms DW 03/12/2025

Rheinmetall sees unprecedented growth opportunities due to increased European defense spending and geopolitical shifts.
#ukraine
France news
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

France views European military response in Ukraine as a laboratory for a post-Trump NATO'

European troop deployment in Ukraine is central to strengthening regional stability post-conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The Observer view on the proposed Ukraine deal: Kyiv's allies must not fall into Putin's trap | Observer editorial

Peace is desirable, but a hasty deal with Russia may jeopardize Ukraine's sovereignty and European stability.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Ukraine updates: UK to host 'critical' talks on Russia DW 05/12/2025

The UK is hosting critical talks on the war in Ukraine, focusing on strengthening European security against Russian aggression.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromeuronews
3 months ago

US officials meet with European leaders in Paris for talks on Ukraine

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio engages in pivotal talks in Paris about Ukraine's security amidst growing concerns regarding Trump's approach to Russia.
France news
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

France views European military response in Ukraine as a laboratory for a post-Trump NATO'

European troop deployment in Ukraine is central to strengthening regional stability post-conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The Observer view on the proposed Ukraine deal: Kyiv's allies must not fall into Putin's trap | Observer editorial

Peace is desirable, but a hasty deal with Russia may jeopardize Ukraine's sovereignty and European stability.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

NATO summit: Trump set to win big on defense spending DW 06/23/2025

The NATO summit will focus on defense spending after US strikes on Iran, highlighting a shift in priorities for many member states.
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 month ago

War tech goes old school with Sweden's first TNT factory since Cold War

Swedish startup Swebal is building the country's first TNT factory since the Cold War to enhance European defense capabilities.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Stockholm-based SWEBAL secures 3M

Major General (ret) Karl Engelbrektson emphasizes the urgent need for increased military production capacity in response to evolving global conflicts and a critical TNT shortage in Europe.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Could an alliance of eight small countries turn out to be Europe's anchor? | Paul Taylor

The Nordic-Baltic eight (NB8) has gained geopolitical significance post-Russia's invasion of Ukraine, enhancing regional cooperation among small northern European states.
#friedrich-merz
fromSpiegel
1 month ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

fromSpiegel
1 month ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Bundestag to vote on historic financial package DW 03/18/2025

Germany is shifting its defense spending stance, focusing on increased military investment amid concerns over US support.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

BREAKING: German parties reach deal over huge spending plan

Germany's next chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a deal to boost defense spending and infrastructure, emphasizing self-defense and national security.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

German MPs approve 500bn spending boost to counter Putin's war of aggression'

Germany's parliament has approved a €500 billion military and infrastructure fund, marking a significant shift in fiscal policy to enhance national security.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Bundestag debates historic financial package DW 03/18/2025

Germany plans to increase borrowing for defense and infrastructure to address security concerns and boost growth.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Germany's Bundestag to vote on historic financial package DW 03/18/2025

Germany is shifting its defense spending stance, focusing on increased military investment amid concerns over US support.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

BREAKING: German parties reach deal over huge spending plan

Germany's next chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a deal to boost defense spending and infrastructure, emphasizing self-defense and national security.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

In Albania, European leaders seek US solidarity for Ukraine DW 05/17/2025

The European Political Community meeting ended without decisions, emphasizing discussions on security, migration, and economic cooperation among European nations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Defence, fishing and study abroad: what is at stake in the first UK-EU summit?

The UK-EU summit may redefine their relations but is marred by political caution and low expectations for substantial agreements.
#franco-german-relations
Germany politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation

Closer Franco-German cooperation is essential for addressing Europe's security and economic challenges.
Merz calls for joint initiatives between France and Germany to enhance defense policies amidst regional instability.
Germany politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation

Closer Franco-German cooperation is essential for addressing Europe's security and economic challenges.
Merz calls for joint initiatives between France and Germany to enhance defense policies amidst regional instability.
Germany news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

France and Germany pledge to bolster defence cooperation

France and Germany aim to enhance defense cooperation in response to security challenges posed by Russia's war in Ukraine.
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Poland condemns Russia's war in Ukraine: 'Don't you have enough land?'

Poland and European allies are trying to bolster their defences amid fears that Russian aggression won't be limited to Ukraine.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Spain unveils 10bn plan to reach long-delayed Nato defence spending target

The enemies of Europe are not just using missiles as we have seen in Ukraine... They're using unmanned drones and paramilitary forces to sabotage supply chains.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Atomic bombs and landmines: European countries debate their red lines for dealing with Russia

The U.S. president's threats to ignore his commitments to his allies across the Atlantic have fueled the most in-depth debate on nuclear weapons in Europe in decades.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany's Scholz to meet Poland's Tusk in Warsaw visit DW 04/16/2025

Chancellor Scholz's farewell visit to Poland highlights strained relations, particularly regarding World War II reparations and upcoming presidential elections.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

In defiance of Donald Trump, is a European security council' emerging? | Paul Taylor

The E5 coalition is an emerging European security structure amid US disengagement, aimed at addressing threats to Ukraine and regional stability.
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Could another European country develop its own nuclear weapons?

As the US distances itself from Europe, discussions about European nuclear capabilities, including independent deterrents, are resurfacing.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Germany says it's committed to order of US F-35 fighter jets

Germany confirms commitment to F-35 purchase despite concerns about reliance on US defense.
Defense ministry asserts there are no crisis talks planned regarding the F-35s.
Experts caution about reliance on US support for F-35 functionalities.
#eu-defense
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Europe launches defense push amid Russia threat, US worries DW 03/19/2025

The EU aims to bolster member states' defense capabilities amid uncertainty over US support and Russian aggression.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As real as it can get': EU to loan 150bn for European defence from invasion

Europe aims to deter potential invaders by 2030 through increased local defense spending and exclusion of certain allies from defense contracts.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Europe launches defense push amid Russia threat, US worries DW 03/19/2025

The EU aims to bolster member states' defense capabilities amid uncertainty over US support and Russian aggression.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As real as it can get': EU to loan 150bn for European defence from invasion

Europe aims to deter potential invaders by 2030 through increased local defense spending and exclusion of certain allies from defense contracts.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Call it a defence levy or even a patriot tax but Labour is going to have to raise taxes, fast | Gaby Hinsliff

The UK government's challenges echo past pandemic decisions, highlighting urgent needs in defense and tax strategy.
#military-service
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

German Arms Maker Rheinmetall Has Record Sales in Era of Rearmament'

Rheinmetall is poised for significant growth due to increased European military spending as U.S. support wanes.
Record growth has been reported since the start of the Ukraine conflict, indicating strong demand for defense products.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Dutch lawmakers object to EU's multibillion defense proposal DW 03/12/2025

The Netherlands parliament rejected the EU's ReArm Europe defense plan due to national debt concerns.
The government faces division over future steps post-rejection.
#nuclear-deterrence
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

France Open to Discussing Extension of Nuclear Deterrence, Macron Says

France considers extending its nuclear deterrent to European allies amid increasing Russian threats.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

France Open to Discussing Extension of Nuclear Deterrence, Macron Says

France considers extending its nuclear deterrent to European allies amid increasing Russian threats.
#trump
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

What would it cost Europe to defend itself without the US? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's tactics in negotiations are changing global political dynamics, especially concerning European security.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

What would it cost Europe to defend itself without the US? DW 03/04/2025

Trump's tactics in negotiations are changing global political dynamics, especially concerning European security.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

The West's 'thin red line', Egypt's 'do-nothing' Gaza plan and other commentary

"For now, Ukraine is ground zero in Russian President Vladimir Putin's war against the West. If Russia wins, Europe's 'thin red line' in Eastern Europe will become even thinner."
US politics
France politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

France has a nuclear umbrella. Could its European allies fit under it?

France's nuclear deterrent is central to European security debates, emphasizing its strategic independence, as initially envisioned by Charles de Gaulle.
#geopolitics
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Europe can't just hope for the best with Trump. Ukraine needs all the arms we can send | Frans Timmermans

The geopolitical landscape in Europe has shifted, urging nations to prepare for new threats and reassess their reliance on American support.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Europe can't just hope for the best with Trump. Ukraine needs all the arms we can send | Frans Timmermans

The geopolitical landscape in Europe has shifted, urging nations to prepare for new threats and reassess their reliance on American support.
#macron
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

Macron proposes French nuclear extension and Ukraine troop deployment

Macron expresses concern over U.S. support for Europe amidst changing policies under Trump, stressing the need for preparedness against Russian aggression.
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

Macron proposes French nuclear extension and Ukraine troop deployment

Macron expresses concern over U.S. support for Europe amidst changing policies under Trump, stressing the need for preparedness against Russian aggression.
UK news
fromeuronews
5 months ago

Press Review: European media reacts to White House spat

Zelenskyy left the White House without a deal after a public spat with Trump and Vance, raising concerns about US-Ukraine relations.
France politics
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

France wants defence excluded from EU spending rules

The EU is likely to suspend its public spending rules to increase defense investments in response to security concerns and US commitment doubts.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
5 months ago

A French-UK nuclear umbrella for Europe? Not likely, say analysts

Europe may face a future without America's nuclear protection, prompting discussions about nuclear sharing among European nations.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Germany's Merz in Paris for talks with President Macron DW 02/27/2025

Merz's visit to Macron emphasizes the importance of German-French cooperation in European security.
Discussions included US policy shifts, particularly about the war in Ukraine.
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