Europe is something else: a space power by necessity, still catching up in strategy
However and whenever the circle of blood closes, Ukraine will not be what it was, on a continent that is no longer what it was
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias presented Greece’s “Agenda 2030” in Brussels, stressing the country’s contribution to the EU’s defense readiness, and held talks on strengthening European cooperation, innovation, and bilateral ties with Sweden
Young Europeans do not want to fight. According to research by IE University, while 49% believe their country will be directly involved in a war within the next ten years, only one-third say they would choose to fight in such a case
The world has been turned upside down and the threat facing Europe today is existential. The more people realize that—and the faster they do so—the better. Because Europe has to wake up—and respond accordingly
Mitsotakis met on Thursday, October 30, at the Maximos Mansion in Athens with European Commissioner for Budget, Anti-Fraud, and Administration Piotr Serafin.
The Finnish expert on Russia, Arkady Moshes, on how Finland’s perception of Moscow has transformed — and why Europe can no longer afford complacency on defence
On the issue of "green transition," Mitsotakis issued a warning concerning environmental priorities amid fears of negative economic impact.
In an exclusive interview with To Vima, Helga Kalm discusses Europe’s readiness to face Russian hybrid threats, the future of EU–Russia relations, and why Europe must take greater responsibility for its own defense—regardless of who occupies the White House.
Talks between Greek and Turkish foreign ministers in Luxembourg failed to ease mounting strains, as Ankara pressed on the SAFE defense issue and Athens reiterated its red lines on sovereignty and maritime borders
Warsaw has doubled the size of its military since 2014 and boosted military spending to nearly 5% of GDP
Currently, around 60% of the EU’s arms and ammunition purchases come from outside the bloc—a dependency Brussels aims to reduce to 45%.
Germany says it will combat incursions more aggressively after sightings shut down the country’s second largest airport overnight
The EU plans a radar and interceptor network along its eastern flank, but cost, effectiveness, and national sovereignty concerns are fueling debate among member states
The Greek PM is expected to stress that reinforcing the EU’s eastern borders cannot come at the expense of its southern frontiers, which also face mounting threats.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasizes Greece’s stance on EU defense, Ukraine, Middle East peace efforts, and migration following talks with European Council President Antonio Costa
The French expert on Russian politics explains why he remains cautious about the prospect of a lasting and robust peace
Despite market dips, soaring valuations suggest investor optimism in defense firms may overstate prospects for a genuine resolution to the conflict in Eastern Europe
ETUC, striving to balance political neutrality with social advocacy, acknowledges the legitimacy of common security needs but insists that defense should not come at the cost of citizens’ livelihoods.
While there is a point to Turkey’s participation in SAFE, the new financial instrument for supporting the European defence industry, it does not necessarily make sense. There is a point for those who want to see a larger European system in place. Because it will be made stronger by the participation of countries that aren’t […]