Startups
German Startup Falk Defence Develops 100-Km Guided Rocket in Leipzig
Germany's Falk Defence is developing its Siegfried SF1-100 guided rocket in Leipzig, targeting a 100-km range and European production.
AD Weekly Briefing: October 19–25, 2026
Happy Sunday, and welcome to the longest day of the year. It runs 25 hours. Clocks went back an hour overnight across Europe, so consider this your bonus-hour read. Germany arrested a suspected Russian spy accused of mapping Europe's arms production, Vienna sent four Russian diplomats home,
Ukraine Moves to Expand Defense Production and Controlled Arms Exports
Ukraine is working on controlled arms export mechanisms and more predictable defense procurement rules to support domestic manufacturers and expand weapons production.
Poland Says It Identified GRU Unit Behind Russian Hybrid Operations in Europe
Poland says it has identified a Russian GRU unit involved in hybrid operations across Europe and warns that further escalation is being planned.
Croatian Military Drone Pilot Wins International FPV Competition in Turkey
A Croatian military FPV drone operator has won first place at an international competition in Ankara, while Croatia's Intelligence Regiment team finished seventh.
Ukraine Sanctions 79 Companies Linked to Russian Missile and Drone Production
New Ukrainian sanctions target 79 companies and 83 individuals linked to Russia's missile, drone and military supply chains, including electronics and machinery suppliers.
France Backs Bulgaria-Romania Black Sea Security Hub
France backs a joint Bulgarian-Romanian maritime security hub in Varna and Constanța to strengthen Black Sea surveillance and counter hybrid threats.
Estonia Considers 10 Light Fighter Jets to Counter Attack Drones
Estonia is considering acquiring around 10 light fighter jets to counter fast attack drones, with potential procurement within four years.
Spanish Navy Frigates Arrive in Croatia for Bilateral Defense Talks
Two Spanish Navy frigates, ESPS Cristóbal Colón and ESPS Navarra, are visiting Croatia's Lora naval base in Split as Spanish and Croatian naval commanders discuss closer defense cooperation.
Bosnian Armed Forces Receive High Preliminary NATO Ratings After Major Exercise
Around 1,200 participants took part in Bosnia and Herzegovina's largest military exercise of 2026, with NATO evaluators reporting strong preliminary results across seven operational capability areas.
Serbia Puts AI, Radar and Military Robotics in Focus at OTEH 2026
Serbia's OTEH 2026 defense technology conference brings together 200 participants and 160 research papers, focusing on artificial intelligence, advanced radar, robotics and military research cooperation.
Quantum Systems Demonstrates Multi-Domain Drone Operations With XTEND, Volkswagen and Daimler Truck
Germany's Quantum Systems has demonstrated coordinated air, land and maritime unmanned operations with partners including XTEND, Volkswagen and Daimler Truck, using its MOSAIC UXS software platform.
NATO Tests Counter-Drone Systems From 20 Defense Companies in Bulgaria
NATO-led special operations exercise BOLD ADRA 26 brought together 20 defense companies and military units from 15 countries to test drone detection, electronic warfare, and counter-UAS capabilities in Bulgaria.