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The Baltic states need more drone-detection radars. Europe's defence bottlenecks may slow them down
The Baltic States, like the rest of Europe, are grappling with equipment shortages for the key technologies that will make it easier to respond to drone incursions, experts say. Recent drone incursions along NATO's eastern flank have reinforced the Baltic states' push to strengthen their air defences. But defence experts say a shortage of equipment and specialised personnel across Europe could slow efforts to close critical gaps in drone detection and response.
Bogs 'almost like a minefield': Europe's wetlands gain military importance
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A turning point: Why Germany’s military capabilities are underestimated
Many people believe that Germans are not prepared for defence. In a guest article for Euronews, military sociologist Dr Timo Graf uses recent survey data to show why this view underestimates German society’s capacity for defence. Russia is waging a war of aggression against Ukraine and a hybrid war against Europe as a whole.
Drone race: How Ukraine's defence tech redefined Russia's war
In its most recent attacks against Ukraine, Russia hit the cities with dozens of ballistic missiles, knowing very well that this is one of the very few weapons Ukraine remains vulnerable to. As for the drones — this is where Kyiv mastered both defensive and offensive know-how. Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, Moscow’s main military advantage has been its scale: a large standing force, extensive reserves, and the legacy of a Soviet-era military...
Zelenskyy wants to build up pressure on Russia to force Moscow to peace talks
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Ukraine launches massive attack on Russia hours after Putin snubs 'rude' Zelensky
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Ukraine strikes St Petersburg oil terminal as Russia reports bus attack killing 8 civilians
Ukraine launched one of its deepest drone strikes inside Russia overnight, targeting energy and military facilities in St Petersburg just as the city prepared to host President Vladimir Putin's flagship economic forum. Meanwhile, Russian authorities accused Ukraine of carrying out a separate drone strike on a passenger bus in the Russian-controlled part of the Donetsk region, which killed 8 and injured many. The attacks came hours after a deadly wave of Russian missile and drone strikes on...
Ukraine strikes St. Petersburg with drones ahead of 'Russian Davos'
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AUKUS partners unveil plan to develop underwater drones
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Russia launches fresh strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv hits refinery hub
In response to Russian shelling of Ukrainian territory, Ukrainian forces launched a series of powerful strikes on strategically important Russian oil infrastructure. Russian forces launched a new series of air strikes on Ukraine on Sunday night, attacking its territory with more than 200 attack and decoy drones. Most of them were shot down, the AFU Air Force said (source in Russian), but 14 drones were recorded hitting 11 locations.