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Finland Extends Israel Defense Cooperation Through 2034

Finland and Israel have extended defense cooperation through 2034 as Helsinki builds air defense capabilities around Israeli systems and technology.

Poland’s WB Group Details Gladius 2 With 300 km Range

WB Group has disclosed new Gladius 2 details ahead of MSPO 2026, including a roughly 300 km range, jet propulsion and reduced signatures.

Romania, US Signal Stronger Black Sea Military Presence

Romania and US lawmakers discussed Black Sea security and military cooperation as Bucharest said there is no signal of a US troop withdrawal.

EUFOR Tests Rapid Reinforcement in Bosnia During Quick Response 2026

EUFOR is testing rapid reinforcement across Bosnia and Herzegovina in Quick Response 2026, integrating reserve forces, airlift and multinational units.

Bulgarian Navy Recovers Drones Along Black Sea Coast

Bulgarian Navy teams recovered drones and UAV debris at multiple Black Sea locations as unexplained objects continue to reach Bulgaria's coast.

Greece to Sign €3 Billion Achilles Shield Deal With Israel

Greece and Israel are set to sign agreements for the €3 billion Achilles Shield air and missile defense network in Tel Aviv on August 31.

Germany Leads Baltic Sea NATO Drone Defense Task Force

Germany and seven Baltic Sea NATO allies plan a joint drone defense task force to accelerate threat detection and information sharing.

Rheinmetall Plans €270M Kassel Tank, Drone and Logistics Hub

Rheinmetall plans to invest about €270 million in Kassel, expanding armored vehicle production and adding logistics and drone testing facilities.

CEE & SEE Defense Weekly Briefing: August 21–28, 2026

This week: Romania scrambles F-16s over a drone alert, Poland signs a $2.2B Piorun deal and receives its first new K2 tanks, Ukraine opens wartime arms exports, and Bulgaria triples its minehunter fleet. Plus three deep-dive analyses.

Austria's €2.5B Air Defense Race: Who Can Challenge IRIS-T?

Austria plans a €2.5 billion medium-range air defense purchase. IRIS-T has an early advantage, but at least six suppliers may fit the requirement.

Lithuania Invests €33.6M in Second Small-Caliber Ammo Line

Lithuania’s Giraitė Armament Plant is investing €33.6 million in a second small-caliber ammunition line, with production planned for Q3 2027.

Polish Defence.Hub Raises PLN 8M for MACS Counter-Drone System

Polish defense technology company Defence.Hub completed a PLN 8.01 million share issue to accelerate development of its MACS counter-drone system.