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Italy’s GCAP Fighter Costs Surge to €18.6 Billion

Italy’s spending commitment to the tri-national Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has risen sharply over the past...

U.S. Action in Venezuela Raises Alarms Over Global Order and NATO Stability

After the United States detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro during a military operation over the weekend, and...

Germany Approves Voluntary Conscription Plan with Mandatory Physical Checks

Germany is set to adopt a system of voluntary conscription and will begin mandatory physical evaluations for...

How Drones Could Redefine the U.S. Army’s Future Strategy

Since 1945 the U.S. Army has been structured primarily to defend Europe. Although it has been diverted...

French Army Chief Warns of New Global Power Shift Amid Russia-Ukraine War

France’s Army Chief of Staff, General Pierre Schill, said that Russia’s assault on Ukraine and the United...

EU Nations Seek €127B in SAFE Loans for Defense Boost

At least €127 billion (approximately $146 billion) in EU-supported defense loans has drawn interest from several European...

Italy to Halt Military Aid to Ukraine After Ceasefire, Focuses on Humanitarian Support

Italy will cease providing military aid to Ukraine once a formal ceasefire in the conflict with Russia...

Switzerland Joins EU Cybersecurity Project Despite Neutrality Policy

Switzerland has gained approval from the European Union to participate in a multinational cybersecurity defense initiative, according...

Switzerland’s F-35 Controversy: Neutrality, Sovereignty, and Defense Modernization

In Switzerland, a nation synonymous with neutrality and fiscal conservatism, significant public and political opposition is mounting...

Austria to Boost Defense Spending & Stay in European Sky Shield Initiative

Austria will remain a member of the European Sky Shield Initiative and plans to increase its annual...

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US Weighs Military Options as Iran Tensions Raise Fears of Regional Escalation

Reports indicate that former U.S. President Donald Trump has been considering a range of actions toward Iran,...

U.S. Warns Canada It May Alter NORAD if F-35 Deal Is Reduced

The United States may revisit its long-standing North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) agreement with Canada if...

Europe Can Defend Itself: Building a Strong and Independent European Defense

Europeans are “fantasizing” if they believe the continent can defend itself without U.S. support, NATO Secretary General...

UK Cyber Attacks Drop Amid Iran Protests, Scottish Independence Influence Slows

Cyberattacks targeting the U.K. saw a noticeable decline during the recent protests in Iran, according to a...