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UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has emerged as the first European leader to express readiness to deploy peacekeeping troops in Ukraine. This commitment was made prior to an emergency leaders’ meeting in Paris, aimed at addressing Europe’s involvement in a potential ceasefire. Starmer’s remarks highlight an increasing awareness among European nations of the necessity to assume a more significant role in safeguarding Ukraine’s security, particularly … Continue reading UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

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ground-launched Tomahawk systems.
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Germany is considering the acquisition of ground-launched Tomahawk systems

Reports from German sources, citing well-informed insiders, indicate that Berlin is contemplating the acquisition of US ground-launched Tomahawk missiles. This strategy is perceived as a temporary solution to address critical defense deficiencies until European alternatives become available. The sources suggest that the Tomahawk would serve as a stopgap measure while Germany and its allies advance the European Long-Range Strike [ELSA] initiative, which focuses on developing … Continue reading Germany is considering the acquisition of ground-launched Tomahawk systems

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Norwegian-owned ship Silver Dania, suspected of cable sabotage in the Baltic Sea, was brought into the port of Tromsø, Norway, for investigation Friday.
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Norway has detained a ship with a Russian crew for allegedly damaging an undersea cable between Latvia and Sweden

Norwegian authorities have detained a ship crewed by Russians amid suspicions of its involvement in significant damage to a fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea, situated between Latvia and Sweden. The Troms Police in northern Norway identified the vessel, named Silver Dania, on Thursday evening after receiving a request from Latvian officials. The ship was subsequently escorted to the port of Tromsø on Friday … Continue reading Norway has detained a ship with a Russian crew for allegedly damaging an undersea cable between Latvia and Sweden

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Sweden boosts support for Ukraine with 146 trucks, 1,500 TOW missiles, and $1.2 billion in funding

In a notable increase in military assistance, Sweden has announced its largest aid package to date for Ukraine, amounting to approximately USD 1.2 billion. This significant investment highlights Sweden’s strategic shift towards strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities in light of ongoing hostilities. Around $90 million USD is allocated for the development of long-range missiles and drones, aimed at enhancing Ukraine’s capacity to engage targets at greater … Continue reading Sweden boosts support for Ukraine with 146 trucks, 1,500 TOW missiles, and $1.2 billion in funding

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Europe’s Recruitment Dilemma: NATO Faces Troop Shortages

Throughout much of its existence, NATO has faced a significant challenge: a shortage of troops. This concern was particularly pronounced during the Cold War, as NATO observed the Warsaw Pact’s 6 million troops stationed in East Germany, compared to their own 5 million, along with a greater number of divisions, tanks, combat aircraft, and submarines. Since that time, the situation has only deteriorated. In the … Continue reading Europe’s Recruitment Dilemma: NATO Faces Troop Shortages

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Sweden's Defence Minister Pal Jonson attends a NATO defence ministers' meeting at the Alliance's headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
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Sweden is set to evaluate innovative drone swarm technology, according to the defense minister

Sweden, NATO‘s latest member, is set to evaluate new drone swarm technology created by the defense equipment company Saab in collaboration with the Swedish armed forces, as announced by Defence Minister Pal Jonson on Monday. During a press briefing, Jonson revealed that the army will conduct tests of this technology, which has been in development over the past year, during the forthcoming Arctic Strike exercise. … Continue reading Sweden is set to evaluate innovative drone swarm technology, according to the defense minister

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Sweden’s military is set to acquire tanks from KNDS in a deal valued at $2 billion

Sweden’s government announced on Thursday that the country will procure tanks from the German-French defense manufacturer KNDS for a total of 22 billion Swedish crowns (approximately $1.97 billion). The acquisition consists of 44 Leopard 2 A8 tanks, along with upgrades for 66 existing units, as detailed in an official statement. “This investment is essential,” Johnson stated during an interview with public broadcaster SVT, emphasizing that … Continue reading Sweden’s military is set to acquire tanks from KNDS in a deal valued at $2 billion

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Sweden indicates that a proposal for an EU migrant ‘return hub’ may be presented in March

The European Union may present a proposal as early as March regarding the establishment of ‘return hubs’ aimed at facilitating the expulsion of illegal migrants, stated Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson on Thursday. During a meeting in Vienna with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, a fellow conservative, Kristersson outlined this potential timeline and both leaders emphasized the need for the EU to enhance its efforts in … Continue reading Sweden indicates that a proposal for an EU migrant ‘return hub’ may be presented in March

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Russia withdraws from nuclear cleanup agreement

President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree to terminate Russia‘s involvement in the Multilateral Nuclear and Environmental Program (MNEPR) framework agreement and its accompanying Protocol. This official document was made available on the legal information portal on Saturday. The MNEPR is an international initiative aimed at promoting collaboration and support in the areas of spent nuclear fuel safety and the management of radioactive waste. The … Continue reading Russia withdraws from nuclear cleanup agreement

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Finnish Border Guard's ship Turva and oil tanker Eagle S sail on the sea outside the Porkkalanniemi, Finland.
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Estonia advocates for reforms in maritime law to enhance the protection of undersea infrastructure

Centuries-old international maritime law requires modernization to prohibit damage to undersea infrastructure, including cables and pipelines, according to the Estonian justice minister in a statement to Reuters following recent damage to cables linking Estonia and Finland. On Thursday, Finnish authorities detained a vessel suspected of carrying Russian oil in the Baltic Sea, believed to have caused the disruption of an undersea power cable between Finland … Continue reading Estonia advocates for reforms in maritime law to enhance the protection of undersea infrastructure

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