Poland proffers common defense financing as panacea for arming EuropeWarsaw is spurring discussions about the so-called European Defence Mechanism, a key topic for Poland's EU presidency in the first half of 2025.12 days ago
Estonia to launch explosives factory in regional rush for ammunitionThe envisioned plant is a key part of Estonia's plan to significantly increase the production of artillery shells.3 weeks ago
Lithuania buys more weapons, beckons their makers to invest locallyThe Baltic nation is set to increase its military spending to between 5% and 6% of GDP from 2026 to 2030, according to a key lawmaker.
Poland signs $1.7 billion deal for infantry fighting vehicles“We are delivering on our promise to invest in the Polish defense industry,” said Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, Poland’s defense minister.
Poland eyes 1 million landmines for borders with Belarus, Russia“We want these mines to be produced in Poland, we have such capacities," Polish Deputy Defence Minister Paweł Bejda told Polish radio station RMF.
Poland, Baltics may withdraw from anti-personnel landmine treaty“Military threats to NATO member states bordering Russia and Belarus have significantly increased," the four nations argue in a statemement.
How Poland straddles a trans-Atlantic defense divide"Every country, including Poland, has the right and obligation to very honestly and precisely evaluate what is in our interest," said Prime Minister Tusk.
Airbus, Boeing angle for Polish tanker aircraft dealWarsaw plans to buy refueling planes to service the country’s growing fleet of fighter aircraft.
Poland leases eight Apache gunships as warmup ahead of major delivery"We are spending $300 million on this, so that our pilots, ground crews can get familiar with this gear," said Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak.
Poland, Slovakia team up for ammunition, weapon purchasesOne initiative relates to Poland’s offer to supply K2 tanks, to be mode domestically under a license from South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem, to Slovakia.