The European Parliament approved a €115 million Agile programme to support defence technology SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups.
Putin used the Valdai forum to issue nuclear warnings, blame the West for the Ukraine war and signal pressure on NATO and defense sectors.
Zelensky says North Korea may send 10,000 more troops to Russia, highlighting the strategic stakes of Moscow’s ties with Pyongyang.
Zelensky told the UN that Ukraine is targeting Russia’s ability to finance and prolong the war, with oil, energy and AI risks at the center.
A reported drone threat delayed Zelenskyy’s flight from Moldova to Oslo, highlighting wider risks for leadership travel and regional aviation.
CSU leader Alexander Hoffmann calls for a Germany-Ukraine intergovernmental pact to acquire Ukraine's advanced drone technologies, enhancing German defense capabilities.
US President Trump confirms the possibility of relocating American troops from Germany to Poland, reflecting shifts in NATO's military strategy and transatlantic relations.
For the first time in years, Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade excludes military vehicles, citing operational concerns and regional security amid ongoing conflict.