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Lithuania Fast-Tracks Drone Interceptors and New Radars
Lithuania will fast-track interceptor drones and short-range and passive radars as Vilnius builds a lower-cost defense layer against small aerial threats.
INLEAP Photonics Raises €20M for Laser Counter-Drone Systems
Germany's INLEAP Photonics has raised €20 million to scale production of its FASTLIGHT laser counter-drone systems and expand across Europe.
VANEA Launches ATOMZA Counter-Drone System for Civilian Site
German startup VANEA Defence has unveiled ATOMZA, a non-kinetic counter-drone system designed for airports and critical infrastructure.
Poland Builds CEE Defense Hub as Military Spending Surges
Poland is directing more defense spending toward domestic and Central European suppliers as Warsaw expands production of ammunition, missiles and military systems.
Ukraine Maps 70 Firms Behind Russia’s 3M22 Zircon Missile
Ukraine identified 70 firms and 84 people linked to Russia’s 3M22 Zircon missile, exposing its production chain, components and foreign equipment.
China Backs €100.5M Serbian Battery Plant for Drones
China’s Jiangsu Reliance Energy Tech will invest €100.5 million in a Serbian battery plant supplying drones, robots and unmanned vehicles.
Romania Reports 43 Drone Incursions as Black Sea Threat Grows
Romania has recorded 43 unauthorized drone incursions since the Ukraine war began, including 25 in 2026, as pressure grows along NATO’s Black Sea flank.
Latvia Dual-Use Export Forum Targets NATO Supply Chains
Latvia will bring companies from 19 countries to Rēzekne on September 6-7 for defense technology demonstrations, B2B meetings and dual-use export talks.
First Balkan Shield Defense Expo Opens in Sarajevo
The first Balkan Shield defense expo opens September 1 in Sarajevo, bringing Bosnian manufacturers together with companies and defense organizations from abroad.
Montenegro Military Develops In-House AI System for Command Staff
Montenegro's military has developed Digital Adjutant, an in-house AI system designed to support commanders with analysis, legal frameworks and military documents.
Top 7 Israeli Defense-Tech Companies Expanding Into Europe
Beyond Elbit, IAI, and Rafael: seven independent, mid-size Israeli defense-tech companies building real traction in Europe, from counter-drone AI to maritime intelligence.
Which Soviet Weapons Are Still in NATO Service in 2026?
Soviet-designed aircraft, air defenses, tanks and IFVs remain in several NATO forces in 2026, even as Western replacements enter service.
Polish Special Forces Test Drone Strike Tactics in Germany
Polish special forces are training with US Green Berets in Germany to infiltrate contested territory and conduct drone strikes against simulated targets.