Due to flood risks, the State Fire and Rescue Service calls for local civil defense committee meetings across Latvia
The State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia is urging local civil defense committees to meet nationwide in light of increased flood risks this year.
The big competition heats up in the National Coalition Party
Heikki Autto, chair of the Defense Committee, is running for the position of deputy chair of the National Coalition Party in Finland, joining other candidates in a competitive race ahead of the party congress.
The Defense and Security Committee is Dangerously Playing a Role in the Bodies Active in Criminal Proceedings
The Slovak National Council's Defense and Security Committee is holding an extraordinary meeting related to the cessation of investigation into the donation of military equipment to Ukraine.
The Malvinas Case: Committee to Present Extension Resource to Clarify Compliance with Reparation Measures
The Permanent Committee for the Defense of Human Rights in Ecuador plans to monitor and push for compliance with the court's reparations ruling concerning the Malvinas case involving the forced disappearance of four children.
Autto to Yle: Russia could exploit Finland's openness
Heikki Autto, chair of the Defence Committee, emphasizes the need for more secrecy in Finnish arms trade decisions to prevent Russia from taking advantage of disclosed information.
Senate Committee Sets New Date for Testimony of Vorcaro, Owner of Banco Master
The Senate's Economic Affairs Committee has rescheduled the testimony of Banco Master owner Daniel Vorcaro to March 10, at his defense's request.
Germany Blog: Kamikaze Drones Approved with Conditions
The German Bundestag's Budget Committee has approved a significant procurement of kamikaze drones from Stark and Helsing, amounting to around four billion Euros, aimed at equipping the 45th Armored Brigade in Lithuania.
Reasons why the government of the Liberal Democratic Party aims to expand arms exports: Discussion of 'safeguard measures' is sidelined
The Liberal Democratic Party's security research committee in Japan is proposing a review of the operational guidelines regarding arms exports, aiming to eliminate restrictions that limit exports to specific categories of aid and military support.
Chair of the Defense Committee: Finland's decisions on defense equipment and arms sales should be kept more secret
The chair of Finland's Defense Committee suggests increasing secrecy around defense-related decisions to protect critical vulnerabilities from potential adversaries like Russia.
After visiting the Penitentiary, organizations and the Ombudsman highlight the authorities' openness to resolve health and overcrowding issues
The Permanent Committee for the Defense of Human Rights confirmed alarming health and overcrowding issues in the Litoral Penitentiary following a recent inspection.
Resignation of Hwang Su-rim, the People Power Party's Nomination Committee Member Amidst Controversy Over Legal History
Hwang Su-rim, a member of the People Power Party's nomination committee, has resigned following controversy over her previous role as a defense lawyer in President Yoon Suk-yeol's election law trial.
Members with military backgrounds want to establish a military court in Estonia
Members of the Estonian Defense Committee are advocating for the establishment of a military court to address gaps in the current judicial system regarding military matters.
Decision on Another Position for Helmanis
The Financial Committee of the Ogre municipal council will decide on the appointment of former mayor Egils Helmanis as deputy chair of the local civil defense commission.
Chairman of the Bundestag Defense Committee: German soldiers may be required to serve in Lithuania
German Defense leaders suggest mandatory military service for soldiers deployed in Lithuania to ensure security commitments.
German Bundestag member: Military aid to Ukraine should focus on capabilities, not specific weapon systems
Thomas Rēvekamps, chairman of the German Bundestag defense committee, discussed Germany's military support for Ukraine and the potential supply of long-range 'Taurus' missiles in an interview with Latvian Radio.
"The world has changed".. Chair of the European Parliament Defense Committee calls for a unified army
The Chair of the European Parliament Defense Committee, Marie Agnès Strack Zimmermann, calls for the establishment of a unified military force in Europe amid increasing calls for defense independence.
Bundeswehr: German General Nominated for NATO Position
Germany has nominated its highest-ranking soldier, General Carsten Breuer, for the position of Chairman of NATO's Military Committee, a decision announced by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
114 Additional Rafale Jets Approved, Clearance Given by Committee Led by Rajnath Singh
The Defense Acquisition Council, chaired by Rajnath Singh, has approved the purchase of 114 additional Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force, strengthening India's combat capabilities.
Nigeria: Defence - Senate Raises the Alarm Over Slow 2025 Budget Implementation
The Nigerian Senate Committee on Defence raised concerns about the slow implementation of the 2025 defence budget, warning that delays could hinder efforts to improve national security.
The Defense Committee is Firm on the Requirement of Estonian Language for Conscripts
The Estonian Defense Committee is advancing a requirement for conscripts to have a B1-level proficiency in the Estonian language, with mandatory language courses provided by the state for those lacking proficiency.
Parliament: The meeting of the Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee for Mitsotakis – Erdoğan will take place on February 16
The Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis's visit to Ankara for the High Cooperation Council is set to be discussed in a parliamentary committee meeting next week.
Ban on Helmet at 2026 Olympics and Zelensky's Defense: What's the Story?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has defended an athlete's right to wear a helmet featuring images of athletes killed during the war with Russia, after the International Olympic Committee prohibited its use during the Winter Olympics.
The Defense Committee initiates a draft bill for language proficiency requirements for conscripts
The Estonian parliament's Defense Committee has unanimously decided to initiate a draft bill requiring conscripts to meet a B1-level proficiency in the Estonian language starting next year.
BNS Sprintas: aiming to define LRT mission and the human trafficking and drug case
This article discusses an interview with the head of the Bundestag's Defense Committee, focusing on various international issues including human trafficking and a nuclear arsenal agreement.
Netanyahu: The October 7 attack was an intelligence failure and there was no betrayal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that the October 7, 2023 attack was an intelligence failure and claimed he bore no personal responsibility for it during a closed meeting of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Leader of the Bundestag Defense Committee: Europe should prepare for nuclear deterrence in cooperation with the US
A CDU politician visiting Lithuania emphasized the need for Europe to prepare for nuclear deterrence in cooperation with the US, rather than in conflict, while discussing the implications of Trump’s unpredictable policies.
Ministry of National Defense to Hold Disciplinary Committee for Four Generals Including Former Drone Commander Involved in 'Pyongyang Drone Operations'
The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has announced a disciplinary committee meeting for four generals, including former drone command chief Kim Yong-dae, over allegations related to the emergency martial law and the execution of a 'Pyongyang drone' operation.
Meeting of Dendias – Mike Rogers in Congress on Greek-American Defense Relations
Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias met with House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers to discuss Greek-American defense relations and their potential for deepening during his visit to Washington.
The Coordinated Parliamentary Committee Wants to Remove the EU from the Wording of the New Policy
A parliamentary committee is proposing changes to a new defense and security policy by removing references to the EU.
Let the MPs hear it and said Europe cannot defend itself
Mark Rutte, NATO's chief, asserts that Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, emphasizing this point during a meeting with European Parliament committee members.
Bundeswehr Scandal: "Where is the Minister?"
The Inspector General of the Bundeswehr, Carsten Breuer, emphasized to the Bundestag defense committee that the military does not tolerate sexual violence, extremism, drug abuse, or discrimination, as he read from prepared notes under intense scrutiny.
Paratroopers: Inspector General Breuer shows himself "deeply affected"
Following a scandal involving the paratroopers in Zweibrücken, military leadership is informing the Defense Committee, while Minister Pistorius is absent.
Paratroopers: Inspector General Breuer shows himself 'deeply disturbed'
After a scandal involving paratroopers in Zweibrücken, military leadership updates the Defense Committee, with Minister Pistorius absent.
Gerapetritis updates Parliament on Venezuela - The "no" to Konstantopoulou
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will update the Parliament's Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee on developments in Venezuela, after accepting a request to provide information on a date to be determined in coordination with the committee's leadership.
Strong reaction from Russia to the seizure of the tanker: 'We should attack boats of the US Coast Guard'
A deputy chairman of the Defense Committee of the State Duma argues for an urgent military response from Russia following the seizure of the Russian tanker 'Marinera' by US Navy forces, stating that diplomatic warnings are no longer sufficient.