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As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-05-21

Germany vows to build Europe's strongest army amid rising Russia threat

The decision comes amid growing alarm across Europe that the Kremlin's military ambitions may eventually extend beyond Ukraine.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-05-19

France fast-tracks combat-ready military robots as Ukraine war accelerates innovation

The French army has explored the use of ground robots since 2021, but the war in Ukraine, where drones are reshaping warfare, has enormously accelerated their evolution.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-05-14

Lithuania bolsters defenses as Baltic states brace for potential Russian threat

The defensive measures by the country reflect growing concerns throughout NATO's eastern flank about Moscow's apparent ambition to rebuild its former sphere of influence.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-05-01

North Korea's Kim oversees test firing from warship, eyes nukes for navy

The ship is big enough to carry both ship-to-surface and ship-to-air missiles, say observers.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-29

Growing concerns push Germany to reinforce NATO's eastern flank in Lithuania

Lithuania's strategic position -- wedged between the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad and Belarus, a close ally of Moscow -- makes it particularly vulnerable.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-24

Denmark invests in drone warfare as Russian threat looms over Baltics

The initiative draws directly on battlefield lessons from Ukraine and aims to make Denmark more resilient to potential aggression.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-21

Russia's shrinking army turns to convicts, foreign mercenaries as casualties soar

Military recruitment has dropped fivefold since its peak in mid-2024 -- with contract signings with the Russian Defense Ministry dropping from 200–250 a day to just 40 in January 2025.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-17

Poland reinforces military, strategic alliances as Russian threat looms

In 2025, defense expenditures are expected to increase to 4.7% of GDP, and in 2026 they will exceed 5% of GDP.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-16

Russia intensifies undersea spying as hidden sensors track UK nuclear sub fleet

The sensors could enable Moscow to track and even neutralize the United Kingdom's strategic nuclear assets if war breaks out.

As Moscow faces sanctions and diplomatic isolation from the West over its invasion of Ukraine, it is aggressively seeking influence in Africa.

Defense Trends 2025-04-07

Finland's multi-use bomb shelters inspire Europe as NATO-Russia tensions rise

The Nordic country has bomb shelters to protect almost all its citizens in case of war. In peacetime, the underground facilities are used for recreational activities.