Defense & Security (page 8)

Finland just sent a clear message to Moscow – and it starts with 3% GDP

Finland just sent a clear message to Moscow – and it starts with 3% GDP

In a landmark move signaling a dramatic shift in defense posture, Finland has announced plans to raise its defense spending to at least 3 percent of its gross…

01. 04. 2025
European dependence on U.S. weapons as a security risk

European dependence on U.S. weapons as a security risk

U.S. President Donald Trump's unpredictability is leading Western states to reassess their dependence on U.S.-made weapons. Europe and Canada are now reviewing their vulnerabilities…

31. 03. 2025
Tensions rise as Trump warns Iran of “unseen” bombing amid stealth bomber deployment

Tensions rise as Trump warns Iran of “unseen” bombing amid stealth bomber deployment

In a provocative televised interview aired Saturday evening, former President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening unprecedented military retaliation if Tehran…

30. 03. 2025
Romanian defence industry to benefit from cooperation with foreign companies

Romanian defence industry to benefit from cooperation with foreign companies

The current security situation in Europe continues to put pressure on the development of the defence industry of individual European countries. Romania is no exception…

29. 03. 2025
Tatra Trucks: A Legendary Czech brand strengthening protection of its intellectual property

Tatra Trucks: A Legendary Czech brand strengthening protection of its intellectual property

Tatra Trucks stands as one of the most iconic industrial brands in the Czech Republic. With a proud legacy stretching back to 1850, the company commands respect not only for…

26. 03. 2025
From Europe to the US Army: GDLS’ Pandur 6x6 enters the Air Defense arena

From Europe to the US Army: GDLS’ Pandur 6x6 enters the Air Defense arena

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) is unveiling a modified version of its European-built Pandur 6x6 EVO combat vehicle, now outfitted with a short-range air defense (SHORAD)…

24. 03. 2025
Banning transgender soldiers and ending the fight against climate change. Trump is changing the US military

Banning transgender soldiers and ending the fight against climate change. Trump is changing the US military

In his presidential campaign, Donald Trump promised a series of measures to fundamentally change the United States. These promises are confirmed by the large number…

23. 03. 2025
How are the ex-Yugoslav members of the Alliance doing in the modernisation processes?

How are the ex-Yugoslav members of the Alliance doing in the modernisation processes?

The ex-Yugoslav countries, which took different paths after the break-up of the federation in 1991, are at different stages of military modernisation today. While Slovenia and…

21. 03. 2025
China confirms espionage case: Engineer sentenced to death for leaking state secrets

China confirms espionage case: Engineer sentenced to death for leaking state secrets

China’s Ministry of State Security (MSS) has officially confirmed the espionage case involving Liu, a former defense engineer who was sentenced to death for leaking classified state…

20. 03. 2025
Barracks from 3D printing. U.S. armed forces expand military construction options

Barracks from 3D printing. U.S. armed forces expand military construction options

The U.S. Army and Navy should rely more heavily on 3D printing technology in the future for military building construction. According to the US Department of Defense, the use…

19. 03. 2025
Baltic and Polish ministers push to exit anti-landmine treaty amid Russian threat

Baltic and Polish ministers push to exit anti-landmine treaty amid Russian threat

In a significant policy shift, the defense ministers of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland have announced their intention to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention, a global…

18. 03. 2025
News in Tatra Defence Vehicle: Pandur 8x8 EVO, BvS10 or SPYDER anti-aircraft systems

News in Tatra Defence Vehicle: Pandur 8x8 EVO, BvS10 or SPYDER anti-aircraft systems

We recently visited the Czech company Tatra Defence Vehicle (TDV), part of the CSG group, where we had the opportunity to see part of its current production portfolio. We saw…

17. 03. 2025