Linus Höller
Linus Höller is a Europe correspondent for Defense News. He covers international security and military developments across the continent. Linus holds a degree in journalism, political science and international studies, and is currently pursuing a master’s in nonproliferation and terrorism studies.
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German rocket artillery pick tests the waters on US arms dependence
German officials want more interchangeable launcher-missile combinations, which could cut into Lockheed Martin's hold on the market.
Captured Leopard 2 resurfaces at Russia’s main tank factory
The captured tank appeared in good shape once the tarp covering it during its journey was lifted by workers.
New pact boosts defense-industry goals in EU lending scheme
A new agreement has the European Investment Bank listen to guidance from the European Defence Agency in a bid to elevate defense-industry priorities.
‘Dual-use’ case: Russian attack drone maker evades Western scrutiny
Small companies across Russia have ramped up their output of military equipment to prosecute Moscow's war against Ukraine.
Austria flaunts air power, considers purchasing new trainer jets
The country's recent Zeltweg air show has brought an impending decision back into focus.
Germany receives first IRIS-T antimissile system for its own forces
IRIS-T has "served as a bulwark against the countless missiles that Russia shoots at Ukraine every day,” Chancellor Olaf Scholz said.
Drone sightings near bases, infrastructure unnerve German officials
German officials suspect Russia may be involved, though pinpointing a culprit has proven difficult.
Work begins on Germany’s 5,000-strong military base in Lithuania
The installation will be Germany's first permanent military base abroad, meant to bolster defenses at NATO's eastern flank.
Germany affirms Ukraine military aid amid budget maneuvering
Media reports over the weekend had cast doubt on Berlin's spending plans for Ukraine, which is battling a Russian invasion.
First F-16 fighter jets arrive in Ukraine, officials say
President Joe Biden gave the go-ahead in August 2023 for F-16s to be sent to Ukraine, though the U.S. will not be providing any fighter jets directly.
