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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Poland Takes on Major Army Modernization

The Polish parliament has approved a significant army modernization plan funded by a €44 billion loan from the European Union.

Feb 27 • 18:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

European officials visit Ukraine as the country marks the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine has successfully defended itself against a larger and better-equipped Russian army, emphasizing that only 0.79% of its territory has been occupied in the past year.

Feb 24 • 10:17 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine could have contract army if European partners helped with funding, Zelensky says

President Zelensky stated that Ukraine could establish a contract army similar to Russia's if European partners provide financial aid.

Feb 23 • 13:23 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Hodges: "No turnaround in the US, Europeans should be more self-assured and build their defense"

Former US Army commander in Europe, Ben Hodges, expresses skepticism about any shift in US policy towards Europe under the Trump administration and emphasizes the need for European nations to take greater responsibility for their own defense.

Feb 16 • 09:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"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.

Feb 14 • 15:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'On Point': Strack-Zimmermann for the 'Establishment of a European Army'

Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann advocates for the formation of a European army during the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Mikuláš Dzurinda / We must do something because the fire is burning under our backs

Mikuláš Dzurinda discusses the implications of U.S. foreign policy under Trump and the concept of a European army in a public debate held in Bratislava.

Feb 13 • 16:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The court rejected the interpretation of the law that would allow Zdechovský to remain in the active reserve

The Czech Supreme Administrative Court has dismissed a complaint by MEP Tomáš Zdechovský, ruling that he cannot simultaneously serve in the active reserve of the Czech army during his term in office.

Feb 12 • 08:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Ruslan Stefanchuk, President of the Rada: "NATO can be blocked from within, only the Ukrainian army is the true guarantor of Europe's security"

Ruslan Stefanchuk emphasizes the critical role of the Ukrainian army in ensuring European security and warns against relying solely on NATO.

Feb 11 • 21:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Defense Policy: The EU Needs a Plan B

The article discusses the necessity for the EU to rethink its defense strategies in light of potentially being unable to rely on the USA, proposing that it starts with a suggestion from Angela Merkel rather than a European army.

Feb 11 • 11:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"Al-Marsad" discusses the topic of a unified European army and Al Jazeera's commitment to its message

The episode of 'Al-Marsad' explores the political and media debate surrounding the idea of a unified European army in response to tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Feb 9 • 18:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Europe needs a military that will fight as a European, not just as a collection of 27 bonsai national armies

There is a consensus among Europeans on the need for a stronger European defense amid current geopolitical turmoil, but EU leaders lack agreement on its structure.

Feb 7 • 10:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Symbolic Step: The Queen of the Netherlands Joined the National Army

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has joined the army as a reservist amid efforts by European nations to strengthen their military forces.

Feb 5 • 09:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Did we beat them? Spaniards: Behind the Croats will stand an army of fans, they have energy and faith...

Spain, a powerhouse in world futsal, has advanced to the semifinals of the European Championship with a dominant performance, showcasing their winning spirit and energizing fanbase.

Feb 4 • 09:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Israel Uses the European Right Against Islam and Trump's Plan Could Become a Disaster

Global newspapers discuss Israel's growing relationship with the European far right and the unexpected restrictions imposed by the occupying army on the Rafah crossing, warning that President Trump's plan could turn into a disaster.

Feb 3 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

"Nothing would impress Putin more than knowing that Germany means business"

Top economist Moritz Schularick criticizes Europe's fear and America's strength, urging for an end to European small-state mentality in defense, advocating for a united army and common defense spending funded by shared debt.

Feb 2 • 16:54 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Kaja Kallas rejects calls to create a European Army

Kaja Kallas argues against the necessity of establishing a European Army, stating that being part of NATO precludes the creation of a separate military force.

Feb 2 • 16:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Kaja Kallasa rejects the idea of a common European army

Kaja Kallasa, the EU's foreign policy and security chief, has rejected calls for the establishment of a European army, warning it could be extremely dangerous amidst rising tensions among NATO countries.

Feb 2 • 13:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Kallas' skepticism about the euro-army: Those who demand it haven't thought it through very well

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas expresses skepticism about the proposal for a separate European army, suggesting that supporters have not considered the practical implications adequately.

Feb 2 • 11:56 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

EU rejects Zelensky’s European army proposal

The EU has dismissed Ukrainian President Zelensky's proposal for a united European army, citing the existing NATO alliance among many member states as a fundamental challenge.

Jan 30 • 14:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The German Army sends a reconnaissance patrol to Greenland

The German Army has dispatched a reconnaissance patrol to Greenland, reaffirming NATO's European members' commitment to their obligations, according to Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.

Jan 16 • 18:16 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

"Anyone Trying to Govern from the Tip of Bayonets Will Not Last Long"

Jürgen Hardt (CDU) discusses the Bundeswehr's mission in Greenland and the concept of a European army amidst rising tensions in Iran.

Jan 15 • 13:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

I do not see a structured European army in the foreseeable future

EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius advocates for the establishment of a joint European army, while former General Roland Kather expresses skepticism due to the lack of necessary organizational structures and headquarters.

Jan 15 • 13:10 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

EU Defense Commissioner Kubilius calls for the establishment of a European Army

EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius advocates for the creation of a joint European Army, explaining his reasoning in an interview with WELT TV.

Jan 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

EU defense chief calls for permanent 100,000-strong ‘European army’

EU defense chief Andrius Kubilius advocates for the establishment of a 100,000-strong standing army to ensure military independence from the US and NATO.

Jan 12 • 13:57 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

100,000 Soldiers – EU Defense Commissioner Proposes Establishment of a European Army

The EU Defense Commissioner has proposed the formation of a European army, as tensions with Russia escalate amidst ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Jan 11 • 18:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The European Union should consider creating a common army, says its defense chief

The EU should consider establishing a common military force to potentially replace U.S. troops stationed on the continent, according to Lithuanian ex-Prime Minister Andrius Kubilius.

Jan 11 • 17:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

European armies would only last a few weeks on the Ukrainian battlefield, says military analyst Kofman

Military analyst Michael Kofman warns that European armies would struggle to sustain themselves in combat on the Ukrainian front due to changes in warfare and the Russian army's evolution.

Jan 9 • 14:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

January 14, 1992 – How the New York Times Sought Peace for Croatia?

On January 14, 1992, the New York Times published an appeal for peace in Croatia following the Vatican's acknowledgment and ahead of the European Union's recognition of the Republic of Croatia, highlighting the ongoing war and devastation caused by the Yugoslav army.

Jan 14 • 06:30 UTC

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