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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Stop the purchase of frigates and invest in modern warfare

A Swedish naval officer argues against the country's planned investment in four new frigates, suggesting that the funds should be redirected towards more modern defense strategies.

Mar 4 โ€ข 15:07 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: How Nigeria's Defense Sector Is Opening to Global Investment

Nigeria's new legislation aims to revitalize the defense sector by allowing the Defense Industries Corporation to attract global investment.

Mar 4 โ€ข 04:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

High-tech arsenals but poorly trained men: the weak points of the sheikhs

Gulf monarchies invest heavily in high-tech weaponry but lack sufficient training for their forces, relying significantly on foreign contractors.

Mar 4 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

"This is the largest army modernization program". The government reveals plans for purchases from the SAFE program

The Polish government outlines plans for significant military investments, primarily benefiting local defense companies through the SAFE program.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

In the Balance Between Politics and Profit: How Rheinmetall Enters the Baltics

The article discusses the significant investment of German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall in Baltic countries, particularly Lithuania, reflecting on the broader European military production increase.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Gen. Gielerak: We Are Not Ready for War. There Is Much Work Ahead of Us

General Gielerak discusses the lack of comprehensive readiness of the Polish army for potential conflicts, specifically highlighting deficiencies in military medical support amidst significant investment in combat systems.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. "Swedish nuclear weapons will cost more than they are worth"

A debate article argues against Sweden's investment in its own nuclear weapons, suggesting that the disadvantages outweigh the military strategic benefits.

Feb 20 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kimberly Guilfoyle: Greece is exceeding our highest expectations โ€“ The US will always be by its side

US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle commended Greece's contributions to military, education, and investment during an interview, highlighting strong bilateral cooperation.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The profitability of SAFE, the acceleration of the economy, and Japan's investments in the USA

The podcast discusses the financial implications of the EU's SAFE program for Poland's military modernization and the government's vision for economic growth.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Canada's Defense Independence Plan from the USA

Canada has unveiled a new strategy for its defense industry aimed at boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on U.S. weapons systems and supplies.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Wars of the future โ€˜being plannedโ€™ in Israel โ€“ US senator

US Senator Lindsey Graham praised Israel's military advancements during a visit to Tel Aviv, advocating for greater US investment in Israel's defense industry.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Region to woo Defence with training site, Australian-owned port and airport

Central Queensland councils are advocating for increased Defence investment in the region, highlighting its strategic military capabilities.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

To Protect Itself from Trump? Canada Increases Its Military Budget; Will Only Hire Canadian Companies

Canada plans to allocate a significant portion of its increasing military budget to domestic companies as part of a defense industrial strategy aiming to invest CAD 500 billion over the next decade.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Australia announces $2.8 billion spending on nuclear submarines

Australia has announced a $2.8 billion investment in U.S.-made nuclear submarines as part of its efforts to enhance military capabilities in the Pacific amid rising threats from China.

Feb 15 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Live broadcast: Antti Kaikkonen talks about Finland's security

Former Defense Minister Antti Kaikkonen discussed Finland's foreign and security policy at a Paasikivi Society meeting, emphasizing the need for increased investment in the Army and the expansion of military personnel.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

KUKU โŸฉ Elmar Vaher: Feeding a soldier for six to seven euros a day is a challenge

Elmar Vaher, leader of Estonia's Defence Investment Centre, discusses the ambitious needs for national defence and challenges in military resource allocation during a recent interview.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Estonia: Russia does not plan to attack NATO in the near future

According to Estonia's External Intelligence Service, Russia has no plans to launch a military attack on Estonia or any other NATO member within the next year, but ongoing investment in defense is essential.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The West Bank in the Grip of Settlers and Occupation Turns it into an Israeli "Real Estate Market"

The Israeli government has approved the transfer of significant powers from the military occupation to civilian ministries led by settler ministers in the West Bank, aiming to transform it into a market for Israeli settlement and investment.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Monitor Polski from February 5, 2026 (positions 181-182)

This article contains announcements from the Minister of National Defense regarding military units and a resolution on an investment program for a mental health center for children and youth in Gdaล„sk.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

United States and Argentina prepare for a historic military exercise they will call 'Atlantic Dagger'

In April, the United States and Argentina will conduct a significant military exercise named 'Atlantic Dagger,' as they navigate a commercial agreement and investment alliance on critical minerals.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

A factory for anti-tank mines will be established in Latvia in two years

A memorandum has been signed to begin the establishment of an anti-tank mine factory in Latvia, with plans for site selection and investment evaluation.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Poland is arming up: The 'largest and most modern' drone defense in Europe

Poland is significantly enhancing its air defense capabilities by investing in an advanced multi-layered drone defense system due to recent drone incursions from Russia.

Jan 30 โ€ข 21:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Sweden invests hundreds of millions of euros in drone development

Sweden is investing 4 billion Swedish kronor (approximately 373 million euros) in unmanned aerial and underwater systems over the next two years to enhance its military capabilities.

Jan 14 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

"Quite volatile and a bit of a gamble" โ€“ Is the DroneShield stock worth it?

The article discusses the stock of DroneShield, an AI-driven drone defense company benefiting from rising military budgets, highlighting its volatility and caution in investment.

Jan 14 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Spain will present 79 modernization programs to NATO to justify the 2% defense spending

The Spanish Ministry of Defense plans to present a dossier to NATO detailing 79 investment programs to validate the country's defense spending at 2% of its GDP.

Jan 13 โ€ข 21:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iRozhlas
National & Local

Strnad's CSG wants to invest an additional 10 billion in the Czech Republic. 'We are not afraid of audits of supplies to the army,' says Chour

Strnad's CSG plans to invest an additional 10 billion in the Czech Republic while expressing confidence in undergoing audits of military supplies.

Jan 13 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Sweden announces strengthening its air defense by 1.4 billion euros

Sweden plans to invest 1.4 billion euros in its ground air defense to better protect potential civilian targets, drawing lessons from Ukraine's experience in the face of the Russian invasion.

Jan 11 โ€ข 16:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Space Travel and Defense: "If War Breaks Out, Space Will Become a Crucial Factor"

Generalmajor Michael Traut discusses the increasing importance of space in military strategy amid a significant investment in space security by the German Ministry of Defense.

Jan 11 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Oil Ignores Venezuela Crisis as Donald Trump Promises Billions in Investment

Oil prices declined on Monday as global supply abundance overshadowed concerns about potential supply disruptions linked to the political and military developments in Venezuela, a member of OPEC.

Jan 5 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Engineers, missile strikes and high technology: can Ukraine produce more weapons in 2026?

The article discusses Ukraine's significant investment in weapon procurement, which has reached nearly one trillion hryvnias this year, and raises questions about the country's capacity for domestic military production in the future.

Jan 4 โ€ข 15:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
World

Trump wants U.S. oil companies in Venezuela. Here's what to know

President Trump expressed his intent to involve U.S. oil companies in Venezuela's oil sector following the U.S. military's capture of Nicolรกs Maduro, emphasizing infrastructure investment and profit generation.

Jan 4 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Michelangelo Dome for European Defense

The article discusses the pressing need for Europe to enhance its defense capabilities after decades of underinvestment, predicting at least a decade of increased spending to overcome past shortcomings.

Jan 3 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Ministry of Defense announced: This was a historic year for the modernization of the Croatian Army

In 2025, Croatia made significant investments in defense, leading to the most extensive modernization of its army and implementation of fundamental military training.

Dec 31 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Ministry of Defense: We have made the largest modernization of the Croatian Armed Forces in the last few decades

In 2025, Croatia marked significant investments in strengthening its defense capabilities through the most extensive modernization of its military in recent decades, as reported by the Croatian Ministry of Defense.

Dec 31 โ€ข 17:21 UTC

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