Moldova's largest EU air defense support package even larger than expected

Finnish radio firm joins UK’s $10.5B defense comms framework

A Finnish defense communications company has secured a place on the United Kingdom’s largest tactical communications procurement framework, gaining access to a purchasing vehicle valued at approximately 10.5 billion that will govern how British armed forces buy military radio and communications systems for the next eight years. KNL, a defense communications subsidiary of Telenor Group, []

Latvia to deploy additional air defence systems along eastern border

For operational security reasons, Latvia’s Ministry of Defence is not disclosing what specific additional air defence systems will be deployed to strengthen the country’s eastern border. The deployment was first announced by Defence Minister Raivis Melnis following a meeting of the Military Council on 25 June. At the time, he also expressed gratitude to Ukraine. [] The post Latvia to deploy additional air defence systems along eastern border appeared first on Baltic News Network.

Quantum Systems raises $1.2bn and doubles its valuation to $8bn as defence money floods in

Europe has a new defence-tech heavyweight. Quantum Systems, a German maker of autonomous drones, has raised 1.2bn and more than doubled its valuation to about 8bn. It is one of the largest rounds ever for a European defence startup. The Bavarian company announced the Series D on Thursday. Blackstone, Noteus, Airbus, and Advent co-led it. [] This story continues at The Next Web

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Turkish defense firm ASELSAN expands NATO cooperation into strategic partnership

ASELSAN among 5 companies selected for NATO air defense concept phase, preparing for new deliveries of Identification Friend or Foe systems, communications solutions

Hungarian Air Force Welcomes Two New Gripen Fighters at Kecskemét Air Base

Hungary has officially welcomed two new Saab Gripen fighter aircraft into service, expanding its fleet to 18 aircraft while marking two decades of Swedish–Hungarian defence cooperation. Officials said the new jets will strengthen both Hungary’s air defence capabilities and NATO’s eastern flank. The post Hungarian Air Force Welcomes Two New Gripen Fighters at Kecskemét Air Base appeared first on Hungarian Conservative.

Rafael signs huge air defense deal with Romania

The deal for the Spyder system, worth over 2 billion, is the second largest defense sale ever by an Israel company, after IAI’s Arrow 3 deal with Germany for 3.5 billion.

Ukraine receives €3.9b under EU defense support program

Ukraine has received 3.9 billion euros from the European Union (EU) as the first loan under a defense support program, the country's finance ministry said Tuesday, reported Xinhua. The financing is part of the initial tranche of the Ukraine Support Loan worth 5.01 billion euros, the ministry said in a statement. These funds will be directed to what is critically important for our resilience today: strengthening Ukrainian drone production, the defense industry, and meeting the needs of the Defense Forces, said Ukrainian Finance Minister Sergii Marchenko. In 2026, Kiev expects to receive 45 billion euros under the Ukraine Support Loan, including 28.3 billion euros for defense.

Allies Seek More Air Defence Aid for Ukraine at Paris Summit

Western allies will seek to secure additional air defence support for Ukraine when they meet in Paris on Monday, as Kyiv faces growing shortages of interceptors that have left it increasingly vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks despite recent shifts in battlefield momentum. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join at least 25 world leaders for [] The post Allies Seek More Air Defence Aid for Ukraine at Paris Summit appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Russian Defense Ministry: Targeting Ukrainian Command Centers with Airstrikes

Russian Defense Ministry: Targeting Ukrainian Command Centers with Airstrikes

Defense industrial base kicks into high gear for US, Europe

The United States and Europe made several defense contracting announcements this week at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey, totaling approximately 3 billion that will improve the military capabilities of countries on both sides of the Atlantic. While many of the deals will take years to fully complete, the push is a part of the []...Click to read more

Ukraine Receives First €3.9B EU Defense Loan Installment

Ukraine has received 3.9 billion from the EU as the first defense payment under the Ukraine Support Loan program. The funds will strengthen Ukraine's defense industry, expand drone production, and support urgent military procurement. The payment is part of a broader 90 billion EU support package for 2026-27, with up to 45 billion expected to be available to Ukraine this year.

Von der Leyen urges reinforcement of Ukraine's air defences after massive Russian attack

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said that Ukraine needs additional air defence systems following Russia's latest large-scale attack, adding that the issue will be discussed at the NATO summit, which opens in Ankara, Türkiye, on Tuesday 7 July.

European Taxpayers Spend 3.9B Euros on Drones for Ukraine

The European Union just sent another 3.9 billion to Ukraine to buy drones. This is not humanitarian aid. This is war financing. Reuters reported that the latest transfer is part of the EU’s new 90 billion loan program designed to keep Kyiv funded through 2026 and 2027. The money is being directed toward Ukraine’s drone []

Europe remains critical hub for U.S. military operations, Rutte says

Around 5,000 U.S. aircraft sorties were launched from European air bases as part of the military operation against Iran, confirming that Europe remains an important military ally of Washington.

EU, NATO chiefs call for stronger European defense on eve of Ankara summit

A stronger European defense industry able to produce military equipment at a greater scale and at a faster speed is essential for maintaining credible deterrence in an increasingly...

Hurriyet: Sale of S-400s to a third country could open the way to lifting sanctions and reviving the F-35 issue

The Turkish newspaper says that transferring the Russian-made S-400 air defense systems to a third Gulf country is emerging as the most likely scenario for lifting U.S. CAATSA sanctions and restarting discussions over the F-35 program The post Hurriyet: Sale of S-400s to a third country could open the way to lifting sanctions and reviving the F-35 issue appeared first on ProtoThema English.

UK fighter jets escort Russian aircraft away from carrier strike group: ‘Unsafe and unprofessional’

U.K. fighter jets intercepted and escorted a Russian aircraft away from a carrier strike group after it repeatedly flew close. On Monday, a Russian Tu-142 “Bear-F” maritime patrol craft, derived from the famous Tu-95 bomber, made repeated close passes at the strike group. During these passes, it dropped several sonobuoys, a listening device used to []

Romania records 29 Russian drone incursions since Ukraine war

As Nato leaders prepare to meet in Ankara, the security of the alliance's eastern flank is in sharp focus. Concerns are growing about the war in Ukraine spilling over into member countries, with civilians in Romania already feeling unsafe following a number of drone incursions. TRT World's Joel Flynn reports.

Ukraine and NATO Launch Initiative to Target Russian Airfields

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has announced another set of what it calls offensive plans, or, as Ukrainian officials often describe them, long-range sanctions. The initiative has been presented in the following terms: Every Russian air sortie against Ukraine begins at an airfield. Therefore, Ukraine, together with NATO, is beginning to seek solutions for the permanent denial of Russian Aerospace Forces airfields. There is no great mystery in this announcement. Military logic alone points in this direction. While Russia is increasingly focusing its efforts on protecting oil refineries, defense-industry enterprises, roads, and other critical facilities, Kyiv appears to be preparing its next move. Ukrainian forces have targeted military airfields before, though primarily those located near the combat zone. Now, however, Kyiv appears ready to extend its reach much farther.

Security-Update vom NATO-Gipfel in Ankara: Milliardendeals und Merz’ NATO-Mission

Direkt vom NATO-Gipfel in Ankara: Rixa Fürsen spricht mit Wilhelmine Stenglin (Table Briefings) über die Milliarden-Rüstungsdeals des NATO-Industrieforums, bei dem europäische Firmen wie Airbus und Saab überraschend stark zum Zug kommen. Im Fokus stehen zudem Erdoğans Rolle als Schlüsselfigur für Trump, die möglichen F-35-Zusagen an die Türkei und Deutschland, die Ukraine-Unterstützung von 140 Milliarden Euro []

Two New Gripen Jets Bolster the Air Force

The Hungarian Air Force’s two new Gripen fighter jets were officially handed over on Tuesday morning at the Hungarian Defense Forces’ “vitéz Szentgyörgyi Dezső” 101st Air Wing base in Kecskemét. The Swedish-made aircraft arrived in Hungary on June 18, bringing the total number of Gripen jets in the Hungarian Defense Forces to eighteen. With the [] The post Two New Gripen Jets Bolster the Air Force appeared first on Hungary Today.

On the first day of the NATO summit in Ankara, Rutte unveils defense contracts worth billions of euros

The exact amount, around 43 billion, is set to be announced Wednesday by the secretary general of the alliance. The goal is to demonstrate to US President Donald Trump, who arrived Tuesday afternoon in the Turkish capital, that Europe and Canada are making massive investments in their defense.

Erdogan announcement on Turkey's resale of Russia’s S-400 systems coming soon — TV

In 2017, Turkey purchased four divisions of the S-400 air defense systems from Russia for 2.5 billion

NATO chief calls for ‘credible plans’ to reach defence spending goals | AJ #shorts

On the eve of NATO's summit in Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said members are now spending around 4% of GDP on defence, narrowing the gap with the US. NATO countries are expected to announce tens of billions more in defence contracts during the summit. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Honduras wants to buy Ukrainian war drones – to hunt drug traffickers

The deal reflects Ukraine’s growing role as a global supplier of battlefield-developed drone systems.

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Von der Leyen announces first payment to Ukraine under €90 billion loan

Ukraine has received 3.2 billion as the first disbursement under the European Union's 90 billion support loan, Ursula von der Leyen has announced. The 3.2 billion will help cover Kyiv's budgetary gaps and guarantee financial stability. A second disbursement dedicated to drone production and worth about 6 billion is expected to be unveiled in the coming days.

UK boosts military spending by $20 billion but critics say it's not enough

Self-flying fighter jets, uncrewed submarines and drones will be at the center of Britain’s future military under a defense plan announced Tuesday that includes a 15 billion pound (20 billion) spending boost. Like other members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the UK is under pressure to increase defense spending to counter a more aggressive Russia and less reliable US. But its Defense Investment Plan has been repeatedly delayed as military leaders and Treasury officials wrangled over

Turkiye Must be 'Included' in Europe Security Structures: Erdogan Ahead of Nato Summit

Turkiye must be included in all of Europe’s defence and security structures, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, a week ahead of a key Nato summit in Ankara. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Rutte: A stronger Europe in a stronger NATO as defense spending rises

Rutte: A stronger Europe in a stronger NATO as defense spending rises