NATO needs accelerated counter-drone tech to fend off Russian incursions: Official
Moscow has also flown drones over Romania and fighter jets over Estonia, moves that European officials have widely condemned.
Germany’s Helsing unveils AI enabled CA-1 Europa UCAV, targets 2029 entry to service
CA-1 Europa will be equipped with Helsing’s Centaur AI agent — an autonomous fighter jet pilot — and sits within the three-to-five tons weight class.
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Next-generation KC-390 Millennium expands multimission options for air forces
The jet-powered transport’s speed, survivability and multi-mission agility position it as a viable option to the C-130 for the US and NATO allies.
Rutte holds back on Poland’s drone shoot down plan
"You can be assured we will do what is necessary to defend our cities, our people, our infrastructure, but it doesn't mean that we will always immediately shoot down a plane," said Rutte, appearing at odds with Poland's position.
Denmark moves toward P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft purchase, minister says
Troels Lund Poulsen did not disclose an exact number of aircraft planned for order but stated Copenhagen’s preference is for a deal that involves cooperation with NATO countries.
Spain pulls the plug on $823 million Israeli-backed rocket launcher deal
“Additional measures” announced by Madrid in response to the Gaza conflict include a ban on any aircraft transiting Spanish airspace to transport defense equipment to Israel.
Russian threat pushes Sweden to additional $2.9 billion defense spending pledge for 2026
Planned investment in high-profile procurements for 2026 includes air defence systems, rocket artillery, ammunition and combat vehicles for the Swedish Army, new surface combat vessels for Marines and tactical transport aircraft, alongside long-range combat "capabilities" for the Swedish Air Force.
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Constantly evolving aerial threats demand training that adapts accordingly
With potential adversaries no longer predictable, training must move beyond just live exercises and flight simulators.
Denmark picks Europe’s SAMP/T for long-range air defense, shuns Patriot
The twin track approach fits with a national plan to develop a multi-layered air defense network and marks Copenhagen’s largest defense investment to date.
Rheinmetall CEO warns Germany against ‘small boy’ thinking toward US
"Germany, but also Europe ... will grow up to be a reliable partner of the United States," said the head of the country's largest defense firm.
NATO launches Eastern Sentry, ramping up defenses after Russian drone incursion
“Poland and citizens from across the Alliance should be assured by our rapid response earlier this week to defend every inch of its territory,” said American Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR).
Helsing, Systematic partner on AI enabled swarm capabilities for European recon strikes
This is a “statement” to say “we can do this from Europe, for Europe, in a European way,” said Gundbert Scherf, Helsing CEO.
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UK commits to mass production of Ukrainian-made interceptor drones
Under Project Octopus, the UK MoD anticipates that the system “will help Ukraine defend against aerial attacks such as Russia’s reckless overnight attack against western Ukraine."
Rheinmetall CEO says German firm ‘days’ away from local shipbuilder takeover
The NVL takeover is "happen[ing] very soon, over the next days,” Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger told Breaking Defense at the DSEI trade show in London.
GCAP 6th-gen fighter project names sensor group, exec doubts changes to ‘core team’
Despite the current drama in the rival FCAS program, Leonardo UK's Andrew Howard said he expects FCAS to deliver a "very good capability."
Skunk Works, BAE Systems pack EW ‘punch’ to codevelop autonomous air systems family
Skunk Works and BAE Systems will jointly collaborate on the family of air systems “in a way that is cost effective for our customers, easily deployable and has the expandability that is needed in the marketplace today,” said OJ Sanchez, Skunk Works general manager.