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EU pours billions into maritime defence as threats to its seas persist

From undersea cables to warships, the EU is spending record sums to defend its waters. Watch the video.

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Exclusive: France wants to limit Ukraine's non-European procurement

France seeks time limits on Ukraine's derogations for non-EU defence purchases under €90bn loan, in push for European — and French — producers. Kyiv benefits from exemptions for Chinese and US parts.

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EU sea defence: the new race to protect cables, pipelines and trade

Is the deep blue sea the next frontier for defence? Global economies are increasingly dependent on vulnerable subsea data and energy pipelines. So, the EU and its members are shifting budgets towards maritime defence tools.

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EU approves €6.1 billion for Ukraine’s defences

As Ukraine continues to sustain brutal Russian bombardment, the European Union has approved €6.1 billion for the war-torn country’s defences as part of the bloc’s €90 billion loan programme.

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Can the EU fight underwater threats? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot

Underwater sabotage and threats are challenging Europe's security. In June, the Commission proposed €325 billion for five defence projects, including one on maritime and seabed surveillance. But what is the EU’s strategy to ramp up maritme defence? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.

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Ukraine eyes anti-ballistic systems with EU’s €90 billion loan

Officials in Kyiv have floated the idea of using the next parcel of funds from the European Union’s €90 billion loan to purchase anti-ballistic missile capabilities, an official close to the discussions told Euronews. Questions loom over where they could come from.

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Europe's military buildup runs into a recruitment crunch

The European Commissioner for Defence, Andrius Kubilius, says Europe needs to be able to rapidly deploy around 100,000 troops to deter a potential Russian attack. Experts warn about the problems meeting this target.

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Frontline regions seek EU tourism funding as war fears deter visitors

Seven frontline European Union nations want the bloc’s next long-term budget to help their hotels, businesses and operators weather the fallout from Europe’s security crisis — and their proximity to it.

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Switzerland eyes boosting air defence budget by over $1 billion

Parliament, which has yet to approve the additional funding, still also needs to vote on a significant requested VAT increase through 2040 to finance the army's defence spending priorities.

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Why a decades-old spy tactic has been thrust into Europe’s limelight

The European Union sanctioned two fishing companies in 2025 for allegedly participating in Russia’s surveillance and sabotage apparatus. Experts warn more of these ships are wading in Europe’s waters.

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Germany opens new drone security centre amid rising threats

The facility will research and test technology designed to detect and counter unauthorised drones around airports, major events and critical infrastructure.

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Russian strike kills 10 in northeast Ukraine, regional governor says

The Kharkiv region, parts of which are occupied by Russian forces, has been hit heavily since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

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Explosion rocks ammunition factory near Rome, Italian police say

Italian media reported that there were no casualties, with the AGI news agency saying employees sheltered in secure areas at the facility.

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Portugal boosts maritime surveillance with Tekever long-range drones

The Portuguese Air Force will boost maritime surveillance using AR5 drones from Portuguese tech firm Tekever, which supplies autonomous systems to Ukraine. Delivery is due in early September.

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Germany to boost police anti-drone unit after Leipzig airport incident

Germany and other European countries have repeatedly observed UAVs flying over sensitive sites such as airports, military bases and industrial plants.

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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan seal defence pact

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Mecca Friday to formalise a joint agreement. The landmark pact aims to strengthen regional security ties following escalations from the US-Iran conflict.

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Call to arms: How neutrality works in a time of mass militarisation

Europe is rearming, Russia is threatening, and faith in the defensive protection given by the United States is wavering. Even as the bloc prepares for a more dangerous future, four EU countries are holding firm to neutrality.

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UK announces £8 billion investment in nuclear submarines

UK defence contractor BAE Systems has been tasked with delivering four Dreadnought Class nuclear-powered submarines as part of Britain's nuclear deterrent.

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Canadian national of Chinese origin fights Belgian pre-trial detention

A Canadian national of Chinese origin has lodged an appeal against one-month pre-trial detention after being arrested last week on suspicion of spying for a third country while serving as an intern at a major NATO hub in Belgium.

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NATO speaking with Polish authorities after 'Russian missile' crash

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha suggested the object that crashed in Poland was a Russian cruise missile that had been intended to strike Ukraine.