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Why EU defence and security policy will stay in the hands of capitals
Also in this newsletter: wading into France’s budget messWorld - Financial Times - 9 hours ago -
Flood defences 'in worst state on record'
The floods minister says she will spend millions on repairs, as victims tell of a "national crisis".Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
Governments should crowdsource defence innovation
Bright ideas are not the monopoly of those holding jobs in national securityWorld - Financial Times - October 23 -
Israel races to supply anti-missile shield
Intense war demands have left the IDF relying on the US to fill gaps in air defencesBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
FirstFT: Israel grapples with shortage of air defence missiles
Also in today’s newsletter, Nvidia share price hits new record and tensions rise on the Korean peninsulaWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
UK and Germany to sign 'landmark' defence agreement
The deal will see both countries work together to develop new long-range missiles and drones.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
US intervention points to growing concerns over Israel’s air defences
After Hezbollah drone strike, any tit-for-tat strikes with Iran could pose a bigger problem still for Israel’s defences. Middle East crisis – live updates As Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules
Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackersWorld - Financial Times - October 16 -
Airbus to cut up to 2,500 jobs at defence and space unit
Planned reductions are a response to cost increases and stiffening competitionBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
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Investing in Ukraine’s homegrown defence industry could help the west
A creative approach to supporting the country would look at its military start-up sceneBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
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Ukraine war briefing: G7 defence ministers pledge ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine
Mixed reaction to Zelenskyy’s ‘victory plan’; Video purportedly shows North Korean recruits collecting Russian military fatigues. What we know on day 970. See all our Russia-Ukraine war ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Defence groups bet big on drone-destroying laser weapons
Leading contractors, including RTX in the US, the UK’s QinetiQ, and Europe’s MBDA, are investing heavily in the technologyBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Rheinmetall to make gun barrels in the UK as part of new defence pact
Howitzer plan comes amid push by western nations to support UkraineBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Strike on Iran will make world understand Israel’s might, says defence minister
Yoav Gallant says his country still intends to strike back in response to 1 October missile attack by Tehran. Planned airstrikes on Iran will make the world understand Israel’s military might, the ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Turkey strikes in Syria and Iraq after attack on defence firm near Ankara
Airstrikes launched against suspected Kurdish militant targets after PKK blamed for Tusaş attack. Turkey has launched airstrikes against suspected Kurdish militant targets in Syria and Iraq after ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Satellite images show Israel bolstering defences on Syria border
Digging of new trench in Israel-occupied Golan Heights comes as IDF prepares against potential threats from war-torn neighbourBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Carlyle drops bid for Thyssenkrupp defence unit over Berlin indecision
US firm faced government reluctance over private equity involvement in German naval vessel makerBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
England’s Jess Carter insists Germany loss came at ‘perfect time’
Disorganised Lionesses conceded three first-half goals Georgia Stanway: ‘It’s a process. This is still a step forward’ Jess Carter believes England’s chaotic 4-3 defeat against Germany came at ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Luxury, defence and construction companies hit by French tax hike
Chief executives warn that Michel Barnier’s plan will reverse Emmanuel Macron’s business-friendly reformsBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Iran’s defence budget set to soar as regional tensions rise
Recommendation to parliament for substantial increase in military spending comes after recent exchange of fire with IsraelWorld - Financial Times - 20 hours ago -
Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan
Leaders and top officials from an international group founded to counter Western alliances have met in Pakistan’s capital, with Moscow and Beijing announcing they will boost cooperationWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
OpenAI outlines national security approach
OpenAI doubled down on the importance of the U.S. maintaining leadership on artificial intelligence (AI) development in a new outline of the company's approach to national security. The ChatGPT ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
EU and UK security is ‘indivisible’, says David Lammy
Foreign secretary joins European meeting to discuss defence co-operation as part of post-Brexit ‘reset’ in relationsWorld - Financial Times - October 14 -
Police guns secured by seat belts - whistle blower
The regulator was contacted by a member of the public concerned how weapons were being transported.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
In Gaza, Sinwar’s Death Alone Won’t Secure the Peace
Even with Sinwar gone, I’m doubtful Hamas will fold or that Israel will easily embrace Biden’s ideas for a peace deal.Top stories - The New York Times - October 19 -
Yankees work extra innings to secure ALCS in 5
The Yankees are headed back to the World Series for the first time since 2009, with Juan Soto's three-run blast in the 10th inning providing the margin of victory in Game 5 of the ALCS against the ...Sports - ESPN - October 20 -
This Company Created an ‘Easy Button’ for Sharing Information Securely
Two brothers with roots in national security built Virtru based on the insight that private companies have the same needs as government.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
Will Social Security be solvent under Trump or Harris?
Social Security is under threat regardless of who wins the election, but an analysis says Trump's agenda would drain the fund more quickly than Harris' plan.Top stories - ABC News - October 23 -
US and Cyprus launch a strategic dialogue to bolster security
U.S. and Cypriot officials have launched a strategic dialogue they said would bolster security and stability in a crisis-wracked region through initiatives including counterterrorism training of ...World - ABC News - October 23 -
Border security in spotlight in final stretch of presidential race
Immigration and border security are taking center stage in the final stretch of the presidential election, with two very different views from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President ...Politics - NBC News - 6 days ago
