Bosnia and Herzegovina
As drone incursions grow across Europe, Belgrade stands out with a functioning defense system. Sarajevo and Zagreb, however, remain vulnerable — lacking both technology and procedures to respond to the new airborne threat.
Startups
Warsaw-based Orbotix raises €6.5M from BVVC and European investors to develop AI-powered autonomous defense drones, boosting Europe’s strategic sovereignty.
Czech Republic
Czech defense giant CSG has launched AviaNera Technologies to spearhead its entry into the unmanned aerial systems market, uniting R&D, production, and sales under one roof as Europe races to close its drone gap.
Czech Republic
Andrej Babiš’s election win could shift Czechia’s strong defense stance and support for Ukraine, as coalition talks test NATO commitments and spending plans.
Opinion
Europe is rapidly expanding its ammunition production to meet wartime demand—but quantity alone won’t secure the continent’s defense future.
Switzerland
Switzerland is set to acquire its first mini-drone defense system after rising airspace incursions, as Europe moves toward a coordinated anti-drone “wall” to counter hybrid threats.
France
Europe’s SiPearl launches Athena1, its first defense-grade processor for government, aerospace, and military applications. Designed for reliability, not speed, Athena1 marks a key milestone in Europe’s technological sovereignty.
Czech Republic
Excalibur Army has inaugurated a new 6,600 m² production hall in Sternberk, marking a major expansion of Czech defense manufacturing.
Hungary
German defense giant Rheinmetall is deepening its presence in Hungary with a new development and engineering center for the defense industry at its Zalaegerszeg plant.
Cyprus
Cyprus’ National Guard has unveiled the Serbian-made Tamnava multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) during a military parade in Nicosia. Developed by Yugoimport.
Romania
Romanian President urges EU to build anti-drone wall and democracy shield against Russian hybrid threats and election interference.
USA
Investor Kyle Bass says America must adopt a wartime mindset, overhaul its outdated defense procurement system, and invest more in innovation to counter China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
