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NATO Tests 5G Drone Detection and Cross-Border Counter-UAS Integration in Latvia
NATO's DiBaX 2026 tested 5G-based drone detection, satellite communications and cross-border counter-UAS integration between Latvia and Lithuania.
AD Weekly Briefing: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
Happy Sunday. Much of the region is marking All Saints' Day, so your inbox should be quieter today than the week was. Brussels put €21.3 billion in SAFE loans back on the table, Romania's new defense minister started rereading the biggest SAFE deals already signed, and
Lithuania Links Starlink Sabotage in Bulgaria and Poland, Identifies Serbian-German Suspect
Lithuanian investigators link Starlink sabotage cases in Bulgaria, Poland and Lithuania, identifying a Serbian-German suspect and examining possible Russian connections.
Belgium Transfers First Minehunter to Bulgaria Under Seven-Ship Naval Expansion
Belgium officially transfers its first Tripartite minehunter to Bulgaria under a seven-vessel program aimed at strengthening Black Sea naval security.
Romania's Border Police Plans Counter-Drone Purchases Amid €200M Investment Program
Romania's Border Police identifies counter-UAS technology and eight proposed patrol vessels as priorities within approximately €200 million in 2026 investments.
Rheinmetall Targets Croatia as European Hub for Autonomous Military Ground Systems
Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles outlines plans to develop Zagreb into a European center for autonomous military ground systems, AI and defense robotics.
Canada's Galvion Wins Up to €27.8M Latvian Military Helmet Deal Under EU SAFE
Canadian defense manufacturer Galvion wins a five-year framework worth up to €27.8 million to supply ballistic helmets to Latvia under the EU SAFE initiative.
Republika Srpska's Orao Eyes Russian Investment as Drone Production Plans Emerge
Republika Srpska's Orao aerospace company is exploring Russian investment as officials outline plans to expand the Bijeljina-based manufacturer into drone production.
UN Extends EUFOR Althea Mandate in Bosnia Through October 2027
The UN Security Council unanimously extends EUFOR Althea's military mandate in Bosnia and Herzegovina through October 2027, maintaining the EU-led stabilization force.
Serbia's Student List Demands Krušik Investigation and Intelligence Chiefs' Resignations
Serbia's election-winning Student List demands renewed action in the Krušik arms export case and the resignations of intelligence chiefs as state contracts face potential scrutiny.
Estonia Backs 18 Defense Projects with €3 Million as Companies Seek EU Funding
Estonia allocates €3 million to 18 defense project proposals as local companies and research institutions participate in more than 60 European Defence Fund applications.
Czech Republic Plans New Defense Industry Platform to Connect Army and Manufacturers
The Czech Republic is preparing a new defense industry coordination platform to align military requirements with domestic manufacturers and EU defense programs.
Romania Launches SAFE Contract Review as €5.7 Billion Rheinmetall Package Draws Attention
Romania launches a review of EU SAFE defense contracts, examining supplier selection and pricing as Rheinmetall's €5.7 billion procurement package draws attention.