Chris Patkin is a journalist and defense enthusiast writing for AdriaDefense, focusing on military technology, industry developments, and security trends. His work has also been featured in Forbes, Bloomberg, and other international outlets.
Poland
Saab and Poland’s PGZ signed a naval cooperation agreement covering submarine support, underwater technologies, and industrial collaboration linked to Poland’s maritime modernization efforts.
Greece
THEON International has announced a strategic investment in U.S.-based artificial intelligence company Twin Prime as part of a broader effort to expand AI integration across its electro-optical systems portfolio.
Latvia
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina announced her resignation on May 14, triggering the collapse of the country’s governing coalition months ahead of parliamentary elections scheduled for October. The political crisis intensified after the withdrawal of support from the Progressives party, which left Silina’s administration without a majority in
Croatia
Croatia has submitted a proposal for approximately €1.7 billion in defense procurement projects under the European Union’s SAFE financing instrument. The package includes air defense systems, HIMARS rocket launchers, Leopard 2A8 tanks, and additional CAESAR artillery systems.
Poland
Polish defense manufacturer Niewiadów Polska Grupa Militarna plans to raise up to PLN220 million to support production expansion and infrastructure investments.
Serbia
Serbian and Hungarian armed forces carried out a bilateral air exercise focused on helicopter operations and cross-border coordination. The training involved transport, search and rescue, and tactical flight activities.
IDEB 2026
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa has unveiled an export configuration of the Borsuk infantry fighting vehicle during the IDEB 2026 exhibition in Bratislava. The platform combines the Polish UMPG tracked chassis with the Slovak-developed Turra 30 unmanned turret.
IDEB 2026
FNSS and Czech defense group CSG unveiled the CFL-120 KARPAT medium tank during IDEB 2026 in Slovakia, where AdriaDefense was present. The platform combines the KAPLAN MT chassis with Leonardo’s HITFACT MKII 120 mm turret for the European market.
BSDA 2026
Rheinmetall will showcase a range of land, air and naval defense systems at BSDA 2026 in Bucharest. The company is expected to focus on platforms and technologies relevant to NATO modernization efforts in Eastern Europe.
IDEB 2026
Officials from Azerbaijan and Slovakia held talks on defense industry cooperation during IDEB 2026 in Bratislava, where AdriaDefense was present. Discussions focused on industrial partnerships and opportunities for future collaboration.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
The European Union has approved a €15 million support package for the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina through the European Peace Facility. The assistance is aimed at improving operational readiness, interoperability, and participation in EU and international missions.
Serbia
Serbia has launched its first-ever joint military exercise with NATO, bringing together around 600 troops from Serbia, Italy, Romania, and Türkiye for interoperability and peacekeeping drills at the Borovac training area.