Turkiye
Turkey’s defense and aerospace exports increased by 12% year-on-year to approximately $2 billion in early 2026. The growth reflects sustained demand for Turkish platforms across multiple regions. Officials point to continued expansion in UAVs, naval systems, and land platforms.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia's Prime Minister claims U.S. defense firm Regulus Global attempted to blackmail him — while Zelenskyy's office has already warned Sarajevo about the company's track record.
EDA
The European Defence Agency has appointed Anders Sjoborg as its new Deputy Chief Executive. The move reinforces the agency’s leadership at a time of expanding EU defense cooperation initiatives. Sjoborg brings extensive experience from European security and defense policy roles.
Bosnia's Prime Minister claims U.S. defense firm Regulus Global attempted to blackmail him — while Zelenskyy's office has already warned Sarajevo about the company's track record.
South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace intends to invest €1.3 billion to expand defense manufacturing capacity in Romania. The move reflects growing industrial cooperation between NATO allies and increased regional demand for military systems.
Slovenia’s state-backed DOVOS has opened a public call for capital partnerships with domestic companies in defense, security, and resilience sectors. The initiative marks the first structured effort by the state to act as an equity investor in these areas.
India is emerging as a partner for Europe’s defense industry, supported by recent EU-level engagement. However, its industrial presence remains limited, particularly at major exhibitions such as Eurosatory 2026.
Ukraine has unveiled a new postage stamp recognizing deminers working across contaminated areas of the country. The initiative highlights the scale of mine contamination and the operational role of clearance efforts in national recovery.
A new European study of convicted spies reveals a sharp evolution in how foreign intelligence services recruit and operate across the continent. Traditional insiders are now joined by ordinary citizens, digital recruits, and one-time agents.
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The United States has awarded a contract to Colt to supply small arms to North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The procurement supports ongoing modernization efforts in both countries. Deliveries are expected to strengthen interoperability with NATO standards.
Poland’s WB Group has launched a new subsidiary in Romania as part of its broader European expansion strategy. The move aims to strengthen the company’s position within the EU and NATO defense markets. The subsidiary will support local cooperation and industrial engagement.
OPTIX JSC and FragaX have entered a strategic partnership to advance unmanned aerial system capabilities in Bulgaria. The cooperation will focus on ISR platforms, interceptors, and loitering systems. The initiative aims to strengthen domestic design and manufacturing capacity.
Texelis Defense has adopted the new name KNDS Mobility, aligning more closely with its parent KNDS Group. The rebranding does not affect ongoing contracts or operations. The move reflects a broader integration within KNDS France and a focus on mobility solutions.
Czech radar manufacturer ELDIS Pardubice has inaugurated a new building aimed at supporting its operational growth. The facility is already in trial operation and is expected to strengthen the company’s development and production capacity.
Quantum-Frontline Industries has completed the first delivery of domestically produced Linza unmanned aerial systems to Ukraine. The shipment marks a step in Germany’s effort to expand industrial support for Kyiv.
South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace intends to invest €1.3 billion to expand defense manufacturing capacity in Romania. The move reflects growing industrial cooperation between NATO allies and increased regional demand for military systems.
MBDA and Poland’s PGZ are progressing plans to establish a domestic production facility for CAMM-ER air defense missiles. The initiative supports Poland’s layered air defense modernization and aims to strengthen local industrial capacity.
Poland has rejected the possibility of transferring Patriot air defense systems to the Middle East following informal discussions with the United States. Warsaw emphasized the need to retain the systems for national defense and NATO’s eastern flank.
Hungarian IT and defense group 4iG and Czech-based CSG are deepening their cooperation through a joint move into Austria’s defense industry. The partners have acquired a stake in Hirtenberger Defence Europe, marking a step toward broader regional industrial integration.
Ukraine has concluded a 10-year agreement with elements of Bulgaria’s defense industry to support ammunition production and supply. The deal reflects Kyiv’s continued effort to secure long-term industrial partnerships amid ongoing war requirements.
The European Commission has adopted a €1.5 billion work programme under the European Defence Industry Programme to accelerate production and strengthen technological resilience.
