Germany, Austria, Denmark, the Netherlands, Finland and Sweden have said they will not support the European Union’s seven-year budget for 2028–2034 without substantial changes. The position was set out by the so-called “frugal” countries — net contributors to the EU budget. The six states are demanding that the European Commission’s...
EU countries approve first five major joint defence projects
Representatives of EU member states on Wednesday, 16 September, approved at the level of permanent representatives the first five European Defence Projects of Common Interest (EDPCI). Each of them is set to receive €60 million in funding from the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). Formal adoption of the list is...
British commander in Estonia is ready to enter combat without delay in the event of an attack
The commander of the British contingent in Estonia, Brigadier Jamie Murray, said that if necessary, he would enter combat without delay. He made the remarks in an interview with Estonian public broadcaster ERR. Murray also serves as deputy commander of the Estonian Division. He has led the British contingent since...
EU–Ukraine Drone Alliance to hold first official meeting in Brussels on 11 September
The first meeting of the newly established EU–Ukraine Drone Alliance will take place in the EU capital this week. The format is designed to accelerate joint production and development of unmanned systems, as well as counter-UAV capabilities, both for Ukraine’s defence and to strengthen Europe’s own defence posture. Nineteen leading...