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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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Landmines: From Crow’s Feet to Biomimetics

Analysis, Opinion

A total of 164 countries have signed the Ottawa Convention banning anti-personnel mines – almost all nations, except the global powers. But has the treaty really altered the nature of warfare? In Ukraine, for instance, anti-personnel mines are still employed by both sides of the conflict. In the face of virtuous yet unilateral restrictions on

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Latvia Ramps Up Defence Capability

Analysis, Business

The Latvian government’s strategic push to boost defence spending and nurture local industry is beginning to bear fruit. A decade of growth in this sector reached a significant milestone with the inauguration of a new armoured vehicle production facility in Valmiera. Over the next four years, Latvia plans to boost its defence budget by 70

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War in Norway: Scenario-Based Analysis of Humanitarian Needs

Analysis

A recent Norwegian study on wartime civilian protection explores three distinct scenarios: a prolonged pressure campaign against the Nordic region, the threat of war on Norwegian soil, and active warfare within Norway. The study highlights several critical factors essential for safeguarding the civilian population during such conflicts. Imagine a war in Norway. What humanitarian needs

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Rethinking the Battlefield: The Quiet Might of Passive Surveillance

Analysis, Editor's Pick, NDR Digest, Report, Technology

In modern warfare, the ability to gather critical intelligence while remaining hidden is crucial. New portable surveillance technologies are disruptive. Replacing static devices, they are deployable on the ground, in the air and on the water surface. This significantly enhances discreet, versatile, and rapid intelligence-gathering capabilities. Today’s armed forces rely heavily on detecting and analyzing

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The AI Battlefield: How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Modern Warfare

Analysis, Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) is dramatically altering the landscape of modern warfare, ushering in a new era characterized by unprecedented speed, precision, and complexity. At Eurosatory 2024, AI’s transformative potential was a focal point of discussions among military leaders, industry experts, and policymakers. AI’s roots in military applications date back to World War II, with the

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Northern European Defence Industry in Q1

Defence and Demand: Northern European Companies Capitalize on Global Military Expansion in Q1

Analysis, Business

The beginning of the year has been promising for the Northern European defense industry, with increased sales and strong profits. German Rheinmetall, Norwegian Kongsberg, Swedish SAAB, and Finnish PATRIA have all reported excellent Q1 results. Only two Nordic companies are in the World TOP100 of arms-producing and military services companies: SAAB (39th in 2022) and

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From Proxy Wars to Direct Attack on Israel: Iran’s Strategic Expansion Through Regional Conflicts

Analysis, News

For months, speculation has swirled about the potential for the conflict in Gaza to spiral into a broader regional crisis. Late on April 13th, Iran launched a barrage of attack drones to Israel, followed by missiles. What are Iran’s strategic goals? The Iranian strikes come as retaliation for an Israeli air raid on April 1st,

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One Country, Two Faces — How Beijing Betrayed the Baltics

Analysis, NDR Digest

The policy of the three Baltic States towards communist China has undergone a radical change in a decade. Initial hopes for mutually beneficial economic cooperation eventually gave way to great disappointment, compounded by escalating disputes over relations with Taiwan and Russia. The Baltics now look at China and see “one country, two faces.” Beijing’s grand

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In Search of Lost Time

Analysis

In conjunction with Finland joining the North Atlantic defence alliance, we have invested heavily in bolstering bilateral security ties with the United States. At the same time, there appears to be an active effort within Finnish foreign policy circles to lull ourselves into the idea that our bilateral relationship with the US will remain largely

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