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Greece to Establish 150,000-Strong Active Reserve Force under 'Agenda 2030'

Greece aims to create a 150,000-strong active volunteer reserve force within five years under the 'Agenda 2030,' enhancing its defense capabilities by modernizing training and integrating citizen soldiers into national defense planning.

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Spain Announces €10.4 Billion Defense Investment Plan

Spain's Council of Ministers approved a €10.4 billion defense investment plan focusing on military strengthening, infrastructure modernization, and a national digital shield, funded by EU resilience funds, economic growth, and budget reallocations, accelerating its commitment to NATO's 2% GDP defens...

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UK to Boost Domestic Weapons Production Amidst Concerns Over US Reliability

Britain is boosting domestic weapons production, spearheaded by BAE Systems' new RDX explosive sites across the UK, to reduce reliance on US and French imports due to concerns over US reliability as a military partner, aiming to enhance defense capabilities and export opportunities.

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Scholz's Poland Visit Signals Potential Shift in German-Polish Relations

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will visit Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk before his term ends to discuss European policy, particularly security and defense, amid strained relations, with the incoming chancellor planning a visit to signal a potential shift.

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Dutch Coalition Agrees on Spring Budget: Rent Freeze, Defense Boost, Funding Uncertainty

The Dutch coalition government finalized a spring budget agreement, including a social rent freeze, increased housing benefits (€1 billion), extra defense spending (€1.1 billion), and canceled childcare cuts; funding details remain unclear, sparking concerns about fiscal responsibility.

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India Successfully Tests High-Powered Laser Weapon System

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a laser weapon system on April 13th near Kurnool, capable of destroying drones and missiles up to 4-5 kilometers away, placing India among a small group of nations with this advanced technology.

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Poland and Germany Consider Mandatory Military Service Amidst Geopolitical Instability

Facing rising geopolitical instability and prompted by the war in Ukraine, Poland plans a 500,000-strong army including reservists, while Germany considers reinstating mandatory military service, reflecting concerns about Russian aggression and the need for increased national defense within a potent...

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Bundeswehr Seeks Private Sector Support for Logistical Preparedness

The German Bundeswehr is holding confidential talks with Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn, and Rheinmetall to secure logistical support in a potential Russian attack on NATO, revealing concerns about Germany's capacity for large-scale troop and equipment movement.

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Greek Defence Minister Visits Lesvos, Emphasizes Military Modernization and Personnel Welfare

Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias visited Lesvos on Easter Sunday, attending a religious service, visiting a military outpost, and a 221st Mytilene National Guard unit, praising troops and outlining plans for military housing (1000 apartments annually) and naval modernization under the "Agenda 20...

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Dutch Coalition Agrees on Spring Budget: Tax Cuts, Spending Cuts, and Postponed Decisions

The Netherlands' four coalition parties agreed on a spring financial statement that includes a €200 million energy tax cut, a two-year social housing rent freeze, a €1.1 billion increase in housing benefits, and postponements on funding for climate change and refugee accommodation until August.

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Dutch Caribbean Military Shifts Focus to Defense Amidst Heightened Global Tensions

Due to increased global security concerns, the Dutch military in the Caribbean is shifting its focus from humanitarian aid to actively defending the Dutch Caribbean, leading to increased training and resource investment, including a new shooting range on Curaçao.

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India Successfully Tests High-Powered Laser Weapon

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a 30-kilowatt laser weapon system on October 16, 2024, in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, destroying a drone at 1.5 kilometers. This places India among a small number of countries with such technology, aiming to provide a cost...

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