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Poland’s Anti-Ukrainian Violence Is Part of a Wider Battle for Europe

Violence against Ukrainians in Poland is rising just as European support for Kyiv becomes more contested. Across Germany, France, Britain and other European countries, opposition to military aid, sanctions and continued financial support is moving from the political margins towards mainstream debate. The forces driving it differ sharply from country to country, from genuine domestic

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European Alarm Over U.S. “America First” Strategy

Diplomacy

U.S. President Trump’s new National Security Strategy (NSS), especially its leaked passages, has provoked sharp warnings from Europe’s leaders that it undercuts eight decades of transatlantic unity. The draft NSS singles out the European Union itself as a problem and even mentions forming a new “Core 5” of powers without EU members. It explicitly names

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U.S. Tops Arms Trade – While Allies Plot a Plan B

Business

The United States has dominated the global arms trade for decades. In the past five years, its exports have surged, reinforcing its position at the top. But the ground is shifting. What are the trends, who are the key players, and where does this leave the industry? Tariff disputes and uneasy allies – including Portugal

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Skynex, an evolution of Rheinmetall's Skyguard system, features a 31-mile-range radar, a command post and four guns, each equipped with electro-optical sensors and a tracking radar. The guns are able to fire 1,000 35mm rounds a minute, hitting a target 2.5 miles away. (Image: Rheinmetall)

Italy Bolsters Air Defence with €280 Million Skynex Acquisition

Business, Technology

The Italian Army has decided to significantly enhance its air defence capabilities by contracting Rheinmetall Italia S.p.A. to supply four Skynex air defence systems. The total value of the deal is approaching €280 million. The initial system, costing €73 million, is scheduled for delivery by the second quarter of 2026, with options for three additional

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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?

Analysis

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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