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Happy Christmas, stay safe and secure!
December 25, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Why European armies are turning to the Swedish CV90 in large numbers

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Why European armies are turning to the Swedish CV90 in large numbers
The Swedish CV90 armoured vehicle is gaining ground across Europe. Last week, three countries announced major new orders with manufacturer
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December 22, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Netherlands and Japan sign agreement to speed up military cooperation

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Netherlands and Japan sign agreement to speed up military cooperation
The Netherlands and Japan have signed a new agreement that will allow their armed forces to exchange goods and services
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December 19, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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Austria orders 12 advanced M-346 aircraft from Italian Leonardo
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Austria orders 12 advanced M-346 aircraft from Italian Leonardo
Austria has signed a contract with Italian defence company Leonardo for the supply of 12 M-346 F Block20 aircraft for
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December 17, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Another European hit by drones: what’s behind the unexplained drone flights over Dutch bases?
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Another European hit by drones: what’s behind the unexplained drone flights over Dutch bases?
Unknown drones continue to cause disruption at airports and military bases across Europe. This weekend, Dutch authorities reported several drone
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November 23, 2025 at 9:18 AM
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With the war next door, Europe warns its military mobility is still too weak

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With the war next door, Europe warns its military mobility is still too weak
Imagine driving from the port of Rotterdam to Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. A route planner will tell you it takes
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November 22, 2025 at 7:32 AM
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EU pushes for Military Schengen as slow border rules hinder troop movement
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With the war next door, Europe warns its military mobility is still too weak
Imagine driving from the port of Rotterdam to Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. A route planner will tell you it takes
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November 21, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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BREAKING: Poland deploys 10,000 troops to guard critical infrastructure after railway sabotage

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Poland deploys 10,000 troops to guard critical infrastructure after railway sabotage
Poland is deploying ten thousand soldiers to protect key infrastructure across the country. Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced the decision
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November 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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NATO aircraft scrambled amid deadly Russian barrage in Ukraine
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NATO aircraft scrambled amid deadly Russian barrage in Ukraine
Poland suspended operations at two airports overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday as a precaution after a large and deadly Russian
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November 19, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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Catch up with our stories:

• Russian vessels closely shadowed in North Sea www.checkpoint-europe.eu/european-nav...

• France turns to Thales for new space radar www.checkpoint-europe.eu/thales-launc...

• Europe rethinks the AWACS replacement without the US www.checkpoint-europe.eu/is-europe-re...
European Navies Shadow Russian Ships in the North Sea
Several European navies have spent the past week escorting Russian vessels as they travelled through the North Sea. One of
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November 16, 2025 at 7:10 AM
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"The withdrawal of the United States shows how important it is to invest as much as possible in the European industry," said the Dutch State Secretary for Defence.

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Is Europe ready to replace AWACS without the United States?
Several NATO countries, including the Netherlands, have decided to stop their joint plan to buy the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail as
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November 16, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Europe is changing fast — and so are the security challenges around us.

Follow us for independent, fact-driven and European based reporting on defence, intelligence, cyber threats, and the power shifts shaping Europe’s future.

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November 14, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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NATO has just cancelled its AWACS replacement plan and Europe suddenly needs a European alternative.

If you had to choose today, what should replace AWACS?

The full story (and the European alternatives) ⤵️
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Is Europe ready to replace AWACS without the United States?
Several NATO countries, including the Netherlands, have decided to stop their joint plan to buy the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail as
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November 14, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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European warships escorted Russian vessels - including the Yantar and Stoiky - as they passed through the North Sea in international waters.
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European Navies Shadow Russian Ships in the North Sea
Several European navies have spent the past week escorting Russian vessels as they travelled through the North Sea. One of
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November 13, 2025 at 6:52 AM
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Thales launches AURORE, Europe’s first ground based radar to track satellites and space debris.

Built in France, it is meant to boost Europe’s space security and independence.
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Thales launches new space radar to track satellites and debris
French technology company Thales is building a powerful new radar system to keep watch over satellites and space debris orbiting
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November 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Netherlands officially hands over 18 F-16 fighter jets to Romania for the symbolic amount of 1 euro

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Netherlands officially hands over 18 F-16 fighter jets to Romania
Romania has now officially taken ownership of 18 Dutch F-16 fighter jets based in the country for the symbolic acount
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November 4, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Netherlands officially hands over 18 F-16 fighter jets to Romania, will be used to train Romanian and Ukrainian pilots

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Netherlands officially hands over 18 F-16 fighter jets to Romania
Romania has now officially taken ownership of 18 Dutch F-16 fighter jets based in the country. The handover was confirmed
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November 4, 2025 at 6:29 AM
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Belgian Defence: drone countermeasures fail as unknown UAVs hover over Air Base

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Belgian Defence: drone countermeasures fail as unknown UAVs hover over Air Base
The Belgian government has expressed serious concern about drones spotted over the Kleine Brogel air base. According to Defence Minister
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November 3, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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Very busy day in the east of Europe: statotankers, sigint planes, P8 poseidon, Awacs (and possible surveillance jets) #OSINT #avgeek #ukraine #Lithuania #baltics #defense #AirForce
November 2, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Britain’s flag flies proud: the Eurofighter Typhoon finds a new home in Turkey. A major boost for UK defence and NATO cooperation
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Typhoon sale to Turkey secures 20,000 British jobs
The Union Jack was flying proudly across Britain this week as the country sealed its largest fighter jet order in
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October 30, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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Eurofighter Typhoon sale to Turkey secures 20,000 British jobs
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Typhoon sale to Turkey secures 20,000 British jobs
The Union Jack was flying proudly across Britain this week as the country sealed its largest fighter jet order in
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October 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Is the Swedish Saab Gripen reaching new heights?

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Is the Swedish Saab Gripen reaching new heights?
For years, the Saab Gripen has sought to gain a stronger foothold among major air forces around the world through
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October 26, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Poland’s sabotage investigation broadens amid suspicion of Russian involvement
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Poland’s sabotage investigation broadens amid suspicion of Russian involvement
Poland’s counter-intelligence services say an investigation into suspected sabotage plots is expanding rapidly, with growing indications of coordination by Russian
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October 22, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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Eight arrested in Poland on suspicion of sabotage plots
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Eight arrested in Poland on suspicion of sabotage plots
Eight people have been arrested in Poland on suspicion of preparing acts of sabotage, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on
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October 21, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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Germany orders 20 Eurofighters to strengthen Air Force
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Germany orders 20 Eurofighters to strengthen Air Force
Germany has ordered 20 new Eurofighter jets to reinforce its air defences as insecurity grows across Europe. The aircraft will
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October 16, 2025 at 6:12 AM