Also in this newsletter: North Macedonia makes tentative progress on EU accession journey
In a war-footing Europe, London-Paris might become what Paris-Berlin was in the era of peace
The two countries back joint borrowing to boost defence spending, but oppose it for other purposes
Introduction of military service would make it harder for companies to recruit workers
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State-backed Indra searches for deals to expand beyond IT and radar into military hardware amid surge in EU spending
With US support for transatlantic security faltering, Nato nations are fortifying the eastern frontier with Russia
State defence group PGZ will receive $663mn to make more ammunition
After backslapping over Nato in The Hague, EU leader plotted over a transatlantic trade war in Brussels
Size of planned €650bn splurge on military creates huge challenges for Berlin’s cumbersome procurement system
Pledge to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP would unleash hundreds of billions of euros
President had sparked alarm when he previously said US commitment to Article 5 ‘depends on your definition’
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US president releases flattering message that also hails ‘truly extraordinary’ Iran strikes
Continued co-production is vital to maintain innovation and preserve the security of the EU and the US
Berlin plans 70% increase in military expenditure to €162bn by 2029
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American contractors are setting up partnerships including building supply chains and manufacturing
The two sides are increasing security co-operation in response to Donald Trump’s threats against his Nato allies.
Norms are eroding and old certainties are being challenged — we must act accordingly
Leaders risk getting into shouting match with Donald Trump over increased defence spending
Higher European spending may please Trump but will not be enough to rebuild confidence
Berlin aims to more than double army reserves in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The American military has been the alliance’s bedrock. But shifting US priorities, including in the Middle East, are putting new pressure on European allies
Premier had refused to increase military expenditure to 5% of GDP to placate Donald Trump
