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Crime & Justice

Civil servant investigated for leaking ministers' data requests removal of ankle bracelet and access to emails

The defense of Ruth dos Santos, a federal revenue servant accused of leaking data of Supreme Federal Court ministers, has requested the removal of her electronic ankle bracelet and reinstatement of her email access.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

TV4 Defends GW

TV4 has come to the defense of criminologist Leif GW Persson following his controversial comments supporting an individual charged with making death threats against Swedish ministers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
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National & Local

A Defense Conference of the Baltic States Will Be Held in Vilnius in May, with Live Demonstrations at the Pabradฤ— Training Ground

A defense and security conference focusing on regional security priorities and defense capabilities will take place in Vilnius, Lithuania, with participation from several defense ministers and NATO representatives.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Five European countries join forces for low-cost drone production

Defense ministers from Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK announced a joint initiative to develop low-cost autonomous drones to enhance NATO's air defense capabilities against Russia.

Feb 20 โ€ข 21:21 UTC
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World

European Powers: Any Peace Agreement Must Ensure Ukraine's Security

European defense ministers reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine's security during a meeting, emphasizing that any peace deal must include strong security guarantees for the country.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Poland and European Allies to Develop Affordable Air Defense and Drone Systems

The defense ministers of Poland, Germany, France, Italy, and the UK discussed security issues and collaboration on drone technology during a recent meeting in Krakow.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Strong security guarantees in case of an agreement between Ukraine and Russia

The defense ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the UK emphasize the need for strong security guarantees for Ukraine amid peace negotiations with Russia.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

The E5 group defense ministers' meeting is taking place in Krakow

Defense ministers from the E5 group are meeting in Krakow, Poland, to discuss collaboration in defense and transatlantic relations.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The Foreign Ministers of the USA and the United Kingdom to Meet

The Foreign Ministers of the USA and the UK will meet in Washington D.C. to discuss their cooperation in defense, security, and trade.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Dendias' message to Maximos, a rally that awakens memories and the war of Kokkalis with the short-sellers' fund

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias delivered a pointed message to the leadership of the New Democracy party, expressing concerns over the party's declining popularity and questioning its social relevance despite having capable ministers.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Boss of BAE Systems urges ministers to publish delayed military spending plan

BAE Systems' CEO urges UK ministers to expedite the release of a critical military spending plan amid record sales due to increased global demand driven by the Ukraine conflict.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
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National & Local

Lithuanian President Meets with Latvian and Estonian Prime Ministers and German Chancellor

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausฤ—da discussed regional security and defense commitments during a meeting with the German Chancellor and the Prime Ministers of Latvia and Estonia at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 14 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
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World

This is unknown even to ministers: the leader of this country may offer Europe his 'nuclear umbrella'

Discussions are ongoing at a military level about France potentially offering its nuclear umbrella to other European countries, a proposal that may be announced by President Emmanuel Macron.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

A Week of Discussions: Will Europe Become Defensively Independent or Remain Bound to Its Old Alliances?

Europe is facing a critical week of discussions as it evaluates its defensive independence amid ongoing meetings among EU defense ministers, NATO discussions, and the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Transfer of NATO Supreme Commander Post to Europe; US Also Decides Not to Send Ministers

NATO has announced the transfer of its Supreme Commander position to Europe, emphasizing sustainability, while the US has opted not to send officials to the recent defense ministerial meeting.

Feb 13 โ€ข 02:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Latvia Highlights NATO Security Priorities at Defense Ministers Meeting

Latvia, along with its NATO allies, outlined security priorities during a defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The American Vision for NATO 3.0

US Deputy Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby urged European allies to increase defense spending and emphasized collaboration over dependency at a NATO Defense Ministers meeting in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Nawrocki Wanted to Break the Coalition. Post-Communist, but Ours

Karol Nawrocki engaged in a lengthy discussion with ministers from Donald Tusk's government about Poland's involvement in the EU SAFE program, raising concerns over its implications for Polish sovereignty and the defense industry.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Defense Minister: USA praises Europe's commitment to NATO

The United States acknowledges Europeโ€™s increasing role in NATO, highlighting Germanyโ€™s efforts, during a defense ministers' meeting.

Feb 12 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Estonia purchases additional self-propelled howitzers from France

Estonia and France's defense ministers met in Brussels to reaffirm commitments to strategic defense cooperation and to enhance military capabilities, including the purchase of additional self-propelled howitzers.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Dendias: Defense spending approaches - if not exceeds - 5% of GDP

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias announced during a NATO defense ministers meeting that Greece's defense spending is nearing 5% of GDP as part of the modernization agenda for the Greek Armed Forces.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Fractures in NATO exposed amid Ukraine and Greenland talks

NATO ministers are meeting to discuss defense strategies for Ukraine and security in Greenland, highlighting divisions within the alliance amid ongoing pressures from the US and Russia's tactics against Ukraine.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

NATO defence ministers to meet on Ukraine weapons, Greenland security

NATO defense ministers are set to convene to discuss the provision of weapons to Ukraine and address security concerns in Greenland.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Analysis: A Person from the USA Arrived at the NATO Meeting, About Whom Surprising Things Are Reported

The first 2026 defense ministers' meeting at NATO's headquarters in Brussels began under different circumstances compared to the previous year, with the notable absence of Donald Trump's former military secretary, Pete Hegseth.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
World

Pentagon Policy Leader: NATO Should Be Based on Partnership, Not Dependence

The Pentagon's policy chief emphasized the need for NATO to be built on a partnership model rather than a dependency model during a meeting of defense ministers in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Dendias: There is no scheduled meeting with the Turkish Defense Minister

Greek Defense Minister Nikolaos Dendias has stated that there is no scheduled meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Yasar Guler, during the NATO Defense Ministers' summit in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The Defense Minister emphasizes the need for Ukraine's participation in the European Defense Fund

Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprลซds stressed the importance of supporting Ukraine's inclusion in the European Defense Fund during a recent EU defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

NATO discusses increasing defensive readiness and arms supply to Ukraine

NATO is considering ways to enhance its defensive capabilities and support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia during a recent meeting of defense ministers in Brussels.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'Hawk' Being Sent by the US to the NATO Summit โ€“ Grandfather at the CIA Leadership, Focus on China But Also a Realistic Outlook

Defense ministers from NATO member countries are gathering in Brussels to launch the 'Arctic Shield' program aimed at enhancing the alliance's presence in the Arctic region.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Sweden plans to fund new US arms and air defense purchases for Ukraine

Sweden is set to announce a new financial aid package for Ukraine to support the purchase of US-made arms and air defense systems at the upcoming NATO defense ministers' meeting.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Ukrainian file tops the agenda of the European defense ministers' meeting in Brussels

European defense ministers convened in Brussels to discuss military support for Ukraine amid the European Parliament's approval of a โ‚ฌ90 billion loan.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

NATO countries' ministers gather again without the United States

Defense ministers from NATO countries are meeting today in Brussels for the first time since the U.S. threatened to take control of Greenland last month.

Feb 12 โ€ข 01:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

US Secretary of War calls on Defense Ministers to unite against drug terrorism

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth called for military leaders from 34 countries to unite against drug terrorism during the opening of the Western Hemisphere Defense Chiefs Conference.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU chief diplomat outlines topics for discussion with Ukraine's defence minister at Council of EU meeting

EU foreign ministers will meet to discuss military support and defense cooperation with Ukraine's Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Crucial meetings for the EU in the shadow of the Franco-German rift

The EU faces internal divisions as Germany strengthens ties with Italy while distancing from France, culminating in critical discussions at the Defense Ministers' Summit and the Munich Security Conference this week.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

NATO bill for US weapons: $40 billion

NATO countries have purchased American weapons for Ukraine totaling $4.5 billion, and further purchases are anticipated, as stated by the US NATO ambassador.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

NATO Defense Ministers' Meeting Begins, US Deputy Defense Secretary Present โ€“ IS Observes

NATO defense ministers are gathering for their annual meeting in Brussels on February 12, 2026, with the US Deputy Defense Secretary attending in place of the absent Secretary.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

EU: Ukraine and cooperation on drones on the agenda of the Defense Ministers' Council in Brussels

Ukraine's war is central to the EU Defense Ministers' Council meeting in Brussels, where the new Ukrainian Defense Minister will outline urgent military needs and discuss a significant financial aid package.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

US expects NATO members to announce new pledges to buy US weapons for Ukraine on 12 February

The US anticipates announcements from NATO members regarding new commitments to purchase American weapons for Ukraine during the upcoming NATO defense ministers meeting.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Dendias: He is heading to Brussels for the NATO Defense Ministers' Meeting and the EU Foreign Affairs Council.

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias will attend meetings in Brussels concerning both EU defense affairs and NATO.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

USA sends the biggest critic from Europe instead of a minister to the NATO meeting

The US will not send Minister Pete Hegseth to the upcoming NATO defense ministers' meeting but instead Deputy Assistant Secretary Elbridge Colby, marking a rare occurrence in NATO's history.

Feb 9 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
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World

Marco Rubio Expected to Attend Munich Security Conference

Marco Rubio is expected to lead a U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference, which will take place from February 13-15, with over 60 nations and numerous defense ministers participating.

Feb 9 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

NATO: First meeting after the Greenland crisis without the US Defense Minister

The NATO Defense Ministers' meeting in Brussels on February 12 will be held without US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who will be replaced by Elbridge Colby from the Pentagon.

Feb 6 โ€ข 05:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
World

NATO is considering new measures for security in Greenland

NATO's defense ministers are expected to discuss measures to enhance security around Greenland at a meeting next week, amidst concerns raised by US President Donald Trump about the adequacy of European allies' security efforts.

Feb 6 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

Ministers of Foreign Affairs Discuss Greenland's Defense Next Week

Next week, foreign ministers will convene to discuss the defense strategies for Greenland.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

US Defense Secretary Skips NATO Meeting

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will miss the NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels scheduled for February 12, with no reason provided for his absence.

Feb 6 โ€ข 01:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

NATO considers new measures for security in Greenland

NATO defense ministers are expected to discuss strengthening security measures around Greenland in an upcoming meeting, according to UK Defense Minister John Healey.

Feb 6 โ€ข 00:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Greenland dossier on the agenda during an upcoming NATO meeting

UK officials have announced that NATO defense ministers will likely discuss measures to bolster Greenland's security at next week's meeting amidst US tensions over control of the island.

Feb 5 โ€ข 23:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Dendias invites Hegseth to visit Athens: What was discussed in the two ministers' tรชte-ร -tรชte

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias met with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Secretary Elbridge Colby in Washington, where he invited Hegseth for an official visit to Greece, emphasizing defense cooperation between the two nations.

Feb 4 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Defense Ministers Hold Press Conference - Present Joint Initiative

Sweden's Defense Minister Pรฅl Jonson and Denmark's Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen held a press conference in Gothenburg to announce a joint defense initiative.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:39 UTC

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