Category: EU-100
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Finland Joins France’s Nuclear Deterrence Network
Finland has joined France’s Forward Deterrence initiative, deepening bilateral ties and supporting European security efforts without overlapping NATO’s nuclear role. The move follows France’s troop contributions to NATO forces in Finland this summer and aligns with Nordic neighbors like Norway, Sweden, and Denmark already participating. Officials plan a Nuclear Steering Group for dialogue, joint exercises,…
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Europe’s New War Doctrine: Pressure Russia, Prepare Europe
“Europe and NATO will not just maintain our pressure on Russia. We will increase it. And we will not stop. Not until Russia stops bombing and killing innocent children, men and women in Ukraine.” Ursula von der Leyen said today (2 September 2026) in Brussels during press remarks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. What…
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Europe’s Great Rearmament
SIPRI’s April 2026 data (covering 2025) states that European military expenditure rose 14% in real terms to $864 billion—the main driver of the global increase to about $2.89 trillion. This was the sharpest annual growth in Central and Western Europe since the end of the Cold War (SIPRI also notes European NATO members’ spending rose…
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EU’s 21st Sanctions on Russia
The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package Thursday (today), adding 218 new listings—the most in four years—targeting Russia’s banks, energy sector, military industry, and shadow fleet of 673 vessels. Measures freeze assets at 94 banks including the Moscow Exchange, ban crypto services aiding evasion, and pause G7 oil price cap adjustments until mid-2027 to…
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Europe Rearms, NATO Endures
Ursula von der Leyen: “In a more dangerous world, the EU–NATO partnership is more important than ever. European states are investing heavily in their defence. Building stronger, combat-ready, interoperable forces. Strengthening Europe’s defence industry. And delivering greater security, better jobs and stronger growth for Europeans.” What is your most up-to-date and in-depth assessment? EU-100, Chief…