Romania
Romania, Moldova Deepen Drone Cooperation With Ukraine
Romania and Moldova are turning to Ukraine for drone and counter-drone cooperation as Russian UAV incursions increase security pressure on the Black Sea region.
CEE
Defense news and analysis from Central and Eastern Europe, covering procurement, military modernization, defense industry developments, emerging technologies, and regional security.
Poland
Poland Says NATO Backs Expanded Nuclear Deterrence Role
Poland says NATO allies are ready to include it in a nuclear weapons delivery program, expanding Warsaw's role in the alliance's nuclear deterrence.
European Union
EU Cuts Russian Mission in Brussels Amid Espionage Concerns
Russia has withdrawn around 20 diplomatic staff from Brussels after the EU capped its mission at 40 amid concerns over Russian intelligence activity in Europe.
Poland
Poland Receives First 28 K2 Tanks Under Second Contract
Poland has received 28 K2 Black Panther tanks under its second contract with Hyundai Rotem, starting a new phase that will lead to K2PL production in Poland.
Czech Republic
Czech Defense Firms Invited to Join US Market Mission
Czech defense companies can join a government-backed Washington mission on October 12-14, 2026, including the US-Czech Defense Forum alongside AUSA 2026.
Lithuania
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.
Romania
Romania’s OVES to Integrate Nemesis AI Into STARK VANTA USV
Romania’s OVES Enterprise will integrate Nemesis AI into STARK’s VANTA unmanned surface vessel as the companies target Romanian defense programs.
Poland
Poland Suspects Sabotage After Fire at WB Electronics Plant
Poland suspects sabotage after a fire damaged a WB Electronics facility producing components for military drones used by Poland and Ukraine.
Poland
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.
Romania
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.
Events
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.
Poland
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.