Defence, diplomacy, crises, powers
(B2) From involvement in NATO to capability projects - SCAF, Eurodrone, munitions -, without forgetting operations, the French Air and Space Force often keeps in focus: international cooperation . A
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(B2) Prime Minister Mark Rutte is today alone in the running to succeed the Norwegian Jens Stoltenberg. Confirmation of his appointment is expected by early April at the latest. The mandate of the current holder of
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(B2) Ukraine and the military aid to be provided to it were, once again, at the heart of the discussions of Allied Defense Ministers. With the creation of a joint NATO-Ukraine training center and new coalitions
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(B2) Despite appearances, the Alliance appears a little shaken by Trump's last words. The absence of the American minister, due to health reasons, an unfortunate coincidence, reinforces this symbolism. Everyone fears American disengagement. Hence a
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(B2) Defense spending by the 29 European allies is expected to be around US$380 billion in 2024, according to Jens Stoltenberg. The NATO Secretary General spoke on Wednesday February 14, just before a meeting of the
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(B2) Commissioner for the Internal Market and Defense Thierry Breton was at the North Atlantic Council on Wednesday (February 14) to detail the European strategy on the defense industry. A way to remember
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(B2) Donald Trump's bravado declarations irritate more than they worry, while reinvigorating the allies' ardor for unity. The American campaign is only just beginning. And the Republican candidate has
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(B2) The 27 say it in every tone: support for Ukraine is a priority. They demonstrate it with the completion of 50 billion in aid. But the refusal from Washington to finance
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(B2) The EU High Representative is expected in kyiv this Tuesday morning. With a half-filled basket, of the 50 billion approved by the European Council on Thursday. For military support, it's more complicated,
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(B2) In military support for Ukraine, beyond words, the Europeans are struggling. The enhancement of the Facility has still not been implemented. As for the objective of one million munitions, the Coué method did not
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(B2) A little over four months before the election, the European campaign is experiencing its first twist. With the backpedaling of Charles Michel (Renew) whose candidacy had caused a stir in Brussels, provoking
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(B2) Ukraine Facility, use of frozen assets, review of the MFF, operation in the Red Sea,… negotiations are intensifying on the eve of an extraordinary European Council and an intense ministerial week for foreign affairs and
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(B2) The European proposal for a peace plan to the Israelis and Palestinians is met with refusal from the Israelis. Little surprise. The method chosen by the Israeli minister present in Brussels, however, appears
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(B2) We must be ready for war, insists the president of the NATO military committee, calling for understanding that it is everyone's business. Meeting over two days, the NATO military committee examined
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(B2) Repeated Houthi attacks on oil tankers and other merchant ships in the Red Sea open a new front in the Middle East. Maritime that one. With a desire of certain Europeans to assert their autonomy of action
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(B2) The march towards a more integrated defense industrial market is not a long, smooth road. Ongoing consultations will set the tone for the steps that may or may not be taken at the start of 2024
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(B2) A new source of tension appeared at the end of the year in the Red Sea. Houthi attacks are now daily. The big shipowners are deserting the area. The appeal of Emmanuel Macron and Josep Borrell
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(B2) The Atlantic Alliance seeks to develop all research on disruptive technologies into a vast transatlantic network. Focus on a new technology that can revolutionize defense. The Allies approved their strategy
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(B2) Allies remain committed to further increasing their political and practical support for Ukraine. “For the stability of the Euro-Atlantic area, it is essential that Ukraine be strong and independent,”
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