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Frans Osinga (hoogleraar Oorlogsstudies): 'Europa is geen militaire calimero'
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February 10, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Voor de liefhebber: open.spotify.com/episode/1xk7...
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'Kubilius: onafhankelijkheid defensiematerieel VS prioriteit EU. Om als EU verantwoordelijkheid voor defensie op zich te nemen, is ook een Europese defensie-unie nodig' nieuws.nl/buitenland/k...
Kubilius: EU moet af van VS-defensiematerieelprioriteit
Eurocommissaris Kubilius: EU moet onafhankelijk worden van Amerikaans defensiematerieel, defensieproductie versnellen en bouwen aan een Europese defensie-unie.
nieuws.nl
February 10, 2026 at 11:45 AM
'Kubilius: onafhankelijkheid defensiematerieel VS prioriteit EU. Om als EU verantwoordelijkheid voor defensie op zich te nemen, is ook een Europese defensie-unie nodig' nieuws.nl/buitenland/k...
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π«π·πͺπΊπΊπΈ Macron declared that Europe "will be swept away in five years" if it doesn't confront Trump.
π£οΈ"People are desperate. You no longer know how far the Americans are willing to go. This isn't just about Greenland. We're on our own at this point," he added.
π£οΈ"People are desperate. You no longer know how far the Americans are willing to go. This isn't just about Greenland. We're on our own at this point," he added.
February 10, 2026 at 10:11 AM
π«π·πͺπΊπΊπΈ Macron declared that Europe "will be swept away in five years" if it doesn't confront Trump.
π£οΈ"People are desperate. You no longer know how far the Americans are willing to go. This isn't just about Greenland. We're on our own at this point," he added.
π£οΈ"People are desperate. You no longer know how far the Americans are willing to go. This isn't just about Greenland. We're on our own at this point," he added.
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π₯ Ukraine's long-range strikes reduced Russian oil processing by 19% or 53.4 million tons, β Syrskyi
He also said that as a result of the Ukrainian Air Force's attacks on Russian airfields in January, the enemy reduced its airstrikes on Ukrainian territory by 5%.
He also said that as a result of the Ukrainian Air Force's attacks on Russian airfields in January, the enemy reduced its airstrikes on Ukrainian territory by 5%.
February 10, 2026 at 8:23 AM
π₯ Ukraine's long-range strikes reduced Russian oil processing by 19% or 53.4 million tons, β Syrskyi
He also said that as a result of the Ukrainian Air Force's attacks on Russian airfields in January, the enemy reduced its airstrikes on Ukrainian territory by 5%.
He also said that as a result of the Ukrainian Air Force's attacks on Russian airfields in January, the enemy reduced its airstrikes on Ukrainian territory by 5%.
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France to provide Ukraine with replacement SAMP/T radar while damaged unit is being repaired, French Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin announced in Kyiv
The company doubled missile production for the system between 2024-2025.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/09/f...
The company doubled missile production for the system between 2024-2025.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/09/f...
France offers replacement radar for Ukrainian SAMP/T system during repairs
Ukraine will receive a substitute radar for the SAMP/T air defense complex from France to bridge the gap during repairs, Vautrin told reporters in Kyiv, while also revealing that missile manufacturerβ¦
euromaidanpress.com
February 9, 2026 at 10:08 AM
France to provide Ukraine with replacement SAMP/T radar while damaged unit is being repaired, French Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin announced in Kyiv
The company doubled missile production for the system between 2024-2025.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/09/f...
The company doubled missile production for the system between 2024-2025.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/09/f...
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π«π·πΊπ¦π¦
France will begin joint production of drones with Ukraine, β French Defense Minister.
France and Ukraine plan to combine Ukrainian production facilities and French "technological expertise" to create UAVs. The project will be financed by a European loan to Ukraine.
France and Ukraine plan to combine Ukrainian production facilities and French "technological expertise" to create UAVs. The project will be financed by a European loan to Ukraine.
February 8, 2026 at 9:09 PM
π«π·πΊπ¦π¦
France will begin joint production of drones with Ukraine, β French Defense Minister.
France and Ukraine plan to combine Ukrainian production facilities and French "technological expertise" to create UAVs. The project will be financed by a European loan to Ukraine.
France and Ukraine plan to combine Ukrainian production facilities and French "technological expertise" to create UAVs. The project will be financed by a European loan to Ukraine.
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π€¬ Russia has launched over 2,000 drones against Ukraine this week β Zelenskyy
Russia has launched over 2,000 drones against Ukraine this week β Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reported that Russian forces have launched more than 2,000 drones against Ukraine this week.
www.pravda.com.ua
February 8, 2026 at 1:03 PM
π€¬ Russia has launched over 2,000 drones against Ukraine this week β Zelenskyy
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Excellent diagnosis. Problem is that US under old Trump and young Vance will hinder European access to NATO collective assets such as interoperability, command structure including SACEUR, air defence , rapid response, nuclear sharing which EU can't readily emulate or replace. This will be tough.
Nato needs βroad mapβ for US pivot away from Europe, says Finland
https://www.ft.com/content/fcc1daf5-2d49-4408-9181-2dffc1b1fe94
https://www.ft.com/content/fcc1daf5-2d49-4408-9181-2dffc1b1fe94
Nato needs βroad mapβ for US pivot away from Europe, says Finland
Defence minister sees need to avoid disorganised shift that Russia could exploit
www.ft.com
April 4, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Excellent diagnosis. Problem is that US under old Trump and young Vance will hinder European access to NATO collective assets such as interoperability, command structure including SACEUR, air defence , rapid response, nuclear sharing which EU can't readily emulate or replace. This will be tough.
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π¬π§ The UK is threatening to seize a Russia-linked shadow fleet tanker, - The Guardian
British defence sources confirmed that military options to capture a rogue ship had been identified in discussions involving Nato allies.
British defence sources confirmed that military options to capture a rogue ship had been identified in discussions involving Nato allies.
February 7, 2026 at 1:29 PM
π¬π§ The UK is threatening to seize a Russia-linked shadow fleet tanker, - The Guardian
British defence sources confirmed that military options to capture a rogue ship had been identified in discussions involving Nato allies.
British defence sources confirmed that military options to capture a rogue ship had been identified in discussions involving Nato allies.
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This story should be retitled. The US is actually funding pro-Putin think tanks, ones that want to end European democracy.
Lets be honest about this.
Lets be honest about this.
US government to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities in Europe ft.trib.al/rg4IDIC
US government to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities in Europe
State department grants to spread βAmerican valuesβ are part of Washingtonβs 250th anniversary celebrations
ft.trib.al
February 7, 2026 at 12:42 PM
This story should be retitled. The US is actually funding pro-Putin think tanks, ones that want to end European democracy.
Lets be honest about this.
Lets be honest about this.
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β‘οΈZelensky says Russia presented $12 trillion economic plan to US, called 'Dmitriev package.'
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv
"We clearly state that Ukraine will not support even potential agreements about us without us," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
kyivindependent.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:30 AM
β‘οΈZelensky says Russia presented $12 trillion economic plan to US, called 'Dmitriev package.'
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
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βοΈTrump and Putin will sign economic cooperation worth ~ $12 trillion, β Zelensky, citing intelligence.
February 7, 2026 at 9:40 AM
βοΈTrump and Putin will sign economic cooperation worth ~ $12 trillion, β Zelensky, citing intelligence.
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Yeah that, and the raping children bit
This is first and foremost where the focus of the story should be. Of men, misogyny, and power.
I have always specifically hated this part of my city and the world, the "gentleman's clubs" that are sadly part of the same thing.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
I have always specifically hated this part of my city and the world, the "gentleman's clubs" that are sadly part of the same thing.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
Sex and snacks, but no seat at the table: the role of women in Epsteinβs sordid menβs club
Files reveal a world of flattery and fratboy tones, where rich men are cultivated and women provide services
www.theguardian.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:42 AM
Yeah that, and the raping children bit
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πΊπ¦ Ukrainian Air Defence shot down:
βͺοΈ0/2 "Tsirkon" missiles;
βͺοΈ14/21 Kh-101 cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ10/16 "Kalibr" cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ382/408 attack UAVs.
βΌοΈ 13 missiles and 21 strike UAVs were recorded at 19 locations, downed UAVs at three locations. Information about two enemy missiles is being clarified.
βͺοΈ0/2 "Tsirkon" missiles;
βͺοΈ14/21 Kh-101 cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ10/16 "Kalibr" cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ382/408 attack UAVs.
βΌοΈ 13 missiles and 21 strike UAVs were recorded at 19 locations, downed UAVs at three locations. Information about two enemy missiles is being clarified.
February 7, 2026 at 8:45 AM
πΊπ¦ Ukrainian Air Defence shot down:
βͺοΈ0/2 "Tsirkon" missiles;
βͺοΈ14/21 Kh-101 cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ10/16 "Kalibr" cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ382/408 attack UAVs.
βΌοΈ 13 missiles and 21 strike UAVs were recorded at 19 locations, downed UAVs at three locations. Information about two enemy missiles is being clarified.
βͺοΈ0/2 "Tsirkon" missiles;
βͺοΈ14/21 Kh-101 cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ10/16 "Kalibr" cruise missiles;
βͺοΈ382/408 attack UAVs.
βΌοΈ 13 missiles and 21 strike UAVs were recorded at 19 locations, downed UAVs at three locations. Information about two enemy missiles is being clarified.
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Yet another massive Russian attack on Ukraine last night.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in the western parts of Ukraine.
Emergency electricity shutdowns in Ukraine.
There are injured and a lot of damage.
Yet another Russian war crime.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in the western parts of Ukraine.
Emergency electricity shutdowns in Ukraine.
There are injured and a lot of damage.
Yet another Russian war crime.
February 7, 2026 at 7:20 AM
Yet another massive Russian attack on Ukraine last night.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in the western parts of Ukraine.
Emergency electricity shutdowns in Ukraine.
There are injured and a lot of damage.
Yet another Russian war crime.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in the western parts of Ukraine.
Emergency electricity shutdowns in Ukraine.
There are injured and a lot of damage.
Yet another Russian war crime.
Trumpβs Stifling of Dissent Reaches a New Level www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Opinion | ICE and Minnesota Have Pushed the U.S. Closer to Autocracy
Measuring Americaβs slide toward democratic erosion.
www.nytimes.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Trumpβs Stifling of Dissent Reaches a New Level www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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'Duitsland zet Russische diplomaat uit na reeks sabotageacties: "Moskou zet in op escalatie"' www.ad.nl/buitenland/d...
Duitsland zet Russische diplomaat uit na reeks sabotageacties: βMoskou zet in op escalatieβ
Duitsland werd vorig jaar zeker 321 keer getroffen door sabotageacties. De hybride oorlogsvoering tegen de Duitsers gaat dit jaar onverminderd door. Duitsland verdenkt Rusland. De uitzetting van een R...
www.ad.nl
February 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM
'Duitsland zet Russische diplomaat uit na reeks sabotageacties: "Moskou zet in op escalatie"' www.ad.nl/buitenland/d...
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Hoe diep kun je zinken? 'Trump deelt video waarin Obamaβs als apen worden afgebeeld' www.ad.nl/buitenland/t...
Trump deelt video waarin Obamaβs als apen worden afgebeeld: βElke Republikein moet dit veroordelenβ
De Amerikaanse president Donald Trump heeft een video gedeeld waarin oud-president Barack Obama en zijn vrouw Michelle staan afgebeeld met hun hoofden boven het lichaam van apen. Trump plaatste het fr...
www.ad.nl
February 6, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Hoe diep kun je zinken? 'Trump deelt video waarin Obamaβs als apen worden afgebeeld' www.ad.nl/buitenland/t...
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This is not a drill, we need to be ready to counter and we're not.
FT exclusive:
βThe US state department is set to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities across Europe to disseminate Washingtonβs policy positions and challenge perceived threats to free speech.β
via @annasophiegross.bsky.social and colleagues
βThe US state department is set to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities across Europe to disseminate Washingtonβs policy positions and challenge perceived threats to free speech.β
via @annasophiegross.bsky.social and colleagues
February 6, 2026 at 7:03 AM
This is not a drill, we need to be ready to counter and we're not.
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Dutch Defense Minister said the Netherlands could deploy large numbers of troops within a year β and they are already increasing strategic reserves and expanding their presence along NATOβs borders.
The Baltic states are seen as obvious targets as Putin seeks to revive the Russian empire.
The Baltic states are seen as obvious targets as Putin seeks to revive the Russian empire.
February 6, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Dutch Defense Minister said the Netherlands could deploy large numbers of troops within a year β and they are already increasing strategic reserves and expanding their presence along NATOβs borders.
The Baltic states are seen as obvious targets as Putin seeks to revive the Russian empire.
The Baltic states are seen as obvious targets as Putin seeks to revive the Russian empire.
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According to European officials and experts, a new war could break out and an attack on Europe could happen without a peace deal with Ukraine β the Russian army could instantly release up to 200,000 battle-hardened soldiers, simply by switching from offensive operations to holding the front line.
February 6, 2026 at 8:37 AM
According to European officials and experts, a new war could break out and an attack on Europe could happen without a peace deal with Ukraine β the Russian army could instantly release up to 200,000 battle-hardened soldiers, simply by switching from offensive operations to holding the front line.
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π©πͺβοΈ The real military spending of Russia in recent years has exceeded the officially declared level by 66%, even taking into account secret items, according to the results of the analysis by German BND.
If we use the NATO classification, then last year Russia spent β¬250 billion on military items.
If we use the NATO classification, then last year Russia spent β¬250 billion on military items.
February 6, 2026 at 8:49 AM
π©πͺβοΈ The real military spending of Russia in recent years has exceeded the officially declared level by 66%, even taking into account secret items, according to the results of the analysis by German BND.
If we use the NATO classification, then last year Russia spent β¬250 billion on military items.
If we use the NATO classification, then last year Russia spent β¬250 billion on military items.