Sweden
SWEBAL and Scandinavian X join forces to strengthen Sweden’s defense industry
Swedish explosives manufacturer SWEBAL has signed a strategic agreement with Scandinavian X to supply locally produced TNT for next-generation drones.
Germany
Germany commits extra $3.4 billion for Ukraine’s defense in 2026
Germany has pledged an additional $3.4 billion in military aid for Ukraine in 2026, bringing its total defense-support budget to about $13.3 billion, underlining Berlin’s escalating role in Kyiv’s fight against Russia.
Startups
Israeli Drone Startup Lands U.S. DoD Contract in Shift Toward Affordable Autonomous Strike Systems
Israel’s XTEND has secured a U.S. Department of Defense contract for one-way attack drones, marking a major step in the Pentagon’s shift toward low-cost, AI-driven autonomous systems.
United Kingdom
Europe’s $7.8 Billion Defense Showdown: Starmer Says No to Brussels
The UK has rejected Brussels’ demand to pay up to €6.75 billion to join the EU’s new SAFE defense fund, deepening post-Brexit tensions and potentially sidelining Britain from Europe’s largest collective rearmament initiative.
Startups
Monopulse Secures €1.12M to Boost NATO-Grade Drone Production
Lithuanian-Danish UAV maker Monopulse has secured €1.12 million from the national development bank ILTE to expand production of its NATO-grade drones. The funding underscores the Baltic region’s growing role in Europe’s defense-tech ecosystem amid surging demand for autonomous systems.
Hungary
Hungary Eyes U.S. HIMARS Acquisition Amid Strengthened Defense Ties
Hungary is advancing talks to acquire U.S. HIMARS rocket systems in a deal expected to unfold over three to five years. Defense Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky confirmed discussions in Washington, highlighting improved U.S.–Hungarian defense relations.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina Still Holds Over 4,500 Tons of Ammunition and Explosives for Destruction
The 26th Strategic Committee session, supported by OSCE and international partners, highlighted progress but warned of ongoing post-war demilitarization challenges.
Opinion
From Washington to Warsaw: How Rubio’s Knudsen Act Could Stabilize NATO Supply Chains
A little-noticed U.S. bill, the William S. Knudsen Defense Remobilization Act, would map bottlenecks and turn wartime demand models into peacetime contracts. Backed by Marco Rubio, it aims to reboot U.S. production—and send clearer, steadier signals to Europe and NATO supply chains.
Poland
MEROPS Drone Defense Systems Deployed in Poland to Strengthen NATO’s Eastern Flank
American MEROPS drone-defense systems have been deployed in Poland, marking a significant step in reinforcing NATO’s eastern defenses amid repeated Russian drone incursions from Belarus.
Germany
Germany to Purchase 20 Additional Airbus Helicopters in €1 Billion Defense Upgrade
Germany has approved funding of nearly €1 billion to acquire 20 additional Airbus H145M military helicopters, expanding its fleet under a broader modernization plan amid growing security threats from Russia.
Serbia
Serbian Defense Minister Gasic Visits Shaanxi Province During Official China Trip
Serbian Defense Minister Bratislav Gasic visited China’s Shaanxi Province, meeting with Major General Zhang Wenzhong to discuss defense cooperation and joint projects, concluding a visit aimed at strengthening bilateral military ties.
Poland
Poland Receives First ARSUS 100 Recon Systems From Turkey’s Aselsan
Poland has taken delivery of its first Turkish-made ARSUS 100 reconnaissance systems from Aselsan, integrated on AMZ KUTNO vehicles. The deal strengthens Warsaw’s focus on modern ISR and ground sensor technologies amid rapid military expansion.