
DenmarkGeopolitics
Nordic Council strategy includes comprehensive preparedness concept
Defence24 reports that the Nordic Council recommends regular joint civil protection exercises and better information-sharing between institutions.

DenmarkGeopolitics
Defence24 reports that the Nordic Council recommends regular joint civil protection exercises and better information-sharing between institutions.

NetherlandsGeopolitics
The four allies want to pool demand and defence procurement through the Multilateral Defence Mechanism. The aim is for it to become operational in 2027, but its overall funding and specific acquisitions have yet to be announced.
FinlandCybersecurity
Temperatures in the refrigeration equipment of several smaller K-market stores in Finland deviated from their settings overnight. Kesko is investigating the cause and has not ruled out interference via the network. Retailers in eight other European countries, including Estonia, reported similar incidents; who is behind them has not been established.

FinlandDefence
The German disposable anti-tank launchers are to replace APILAS in the Finnish Army. Deliveries and training are expected to begin in 2027, but the number of weapons has not been disclosed.

FinlandDrones
The simulator combines a mixed-reality headset with a replica shotgun to practise responding to approaching drones. The project has also been confirmed in a report by Yle, but the training’s effectiveness has yet to be independently assessed.

BulgariaDefence
The initiative provides for joint procurement and development to defend against drones, cruise missiles and glide bombs at altitudes below 150 metres. The signing creates a framework for future capabilities but does not mean the purchase of specific systems.
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