November 2024

Combatting Hybrid Threats

In recent years, Europe has faced a surge in hybrid threats, with Russia employing a blend of conventional and unconventional tactics to destabilize the region. A notable example is the suspected sabotage of undersea cables, which are vital for communication and energy transmission. Hybrid threats involve a combination of military and non-military tactics, including cyberattacks,

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A German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon takes off from Lielvarde Air Base in Latvia during a Baltic Air Policing rotation on 17 April 2024. (Image: NATO)

With Trump and Scholz – What Happens to Europe’s Rearmament?

The potential refocusing of American defence strategy during a second Trump presidency is not the only uncertainty shaping Europe’s future defence posture. Germany’s political landscape stands at a crossroads, grappling with internal crises while preparing for upcoming elections. Meanwhile, across Europe, NATO countries are accelerating defence modernisation and boosting defence spending. Donald Trump’s stance on

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What if… Russia invaded Southern Finland

New Finnish TV Series Conflict Explores a Crimean-Style Invasion on Finnish Soil. The Finnish TV series Conflict (Konflikti) imagines how a Crimean-style invasion could unfold on Finland’s southern coast. The six-episode drama begins with an unknown enemy attacking a small coastal town during Midsummer festivities. Annika Berg (Julia Korpinen), a conscript, and her squad struggle to hold the occupied

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