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Drones Transform Warfare: Denmark and Sweden Boost Defense Efforts
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Drones Transform Warfare: Denmark and Sweden Boost Defense Efforts

The drones' entry onto the battlefield in Ukraine makes Denmark make a major investment, and the Swedish defense is also scaling up. The development of new drones is proceeding incredibly quickly
US-Russia Meeting in Alaska Seen as Propaganda Win for Putin
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US-Russia Meeting in Alaska Seen as Propaganda Win for Putin

The meeting between the US President Donald Trump and Russia's counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska next week plays the latter right into hands, according to Russia expert Carolina Vendil Pallin.
Ukrainian Drone Attacks Disrupt Russian Air Travel
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Ukrainian Drone Attacks Disrupt Russian Air Travel

During the summer months, hundreds of thousands of Russian passengers have been stranded as airports have been forced to close due to Ukrainian drone attacks. It is a political twist, but not decisive for the war, says Johan Norberg at FOI
Druze Fear Escalates Amid Southern Syria Clashes and Executions
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Druze Fear Escalates Amid Southern Syria Clashes and Executions

Clashes in southern Syria are reported to have led to "systematic" executions of civilians. Old land conflicts have been charged with religion and the weapons of the civil war, according to Middle East analyst Aron Lund
Iran's Nuclear Capability Deteriorates After US Attacks, Expert Says
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Iran's Nuclear Capability Deteriorates After US Attacks, Expert Says

Iran's will to develop nuclear weapons may have grown stronger after the US attack on several facilities over the weekend. But nuclear weapons expert Fredrik Nielsen assesses the risk that they actually enrich uranium fully as small – at least in the short term
Assessing the Impact of Recent Bombings on Iran's Nuclear Facilities
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Assessing the Impact of Recent Bombings on Iran's Nuclear Facilities

USA's president Donald Trump claims that the attacks in Iran were "a fantastic military success". But few exact information exists about how large the damages to the country's nuclear facilities are
Iran Faces Critical Decision After US Strikes on Nuclear Sites
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Iran Faces Critical Decision After US Strikes on Nuclear Sites

USA has entered Israel's war against Iran. Now the world is waiting for Iran's response
Risk of Iran Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Grows Amid Israel Tensions
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Risk of Iran Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Grows Amid Israel Tensions

Israel's attack on Iran can lead to Iran acquiring nuclear weapons. That assessment is made by Erika Holmquist, researcher at the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI)
Expert Suggests Ukrainian Role in Russian Train Derailments
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Expert Suggests Ukrainian Role in Russian Train Derailments

Double train derailments, derailed trains and at least seven dead – all in western Russia and within a span of twelve hours. Much suggests that Ukraine is behind, according to Russia expert Johan Norberg
Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations
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Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations

Trump calls Putin "completely crazy" and says he is considering new sanctions. But in practice, nothing happens at all – and over Ukraine the bombs continue to fall
Turkey Releases Journalist Joakim Medin Amid Diplomatic Efforts
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Turkey Releases Journalist Joakim Medin Amid Diplomatic Efforts

Turkey has suddenly released journalist Joakim Medin. Both the stick and the carrot may have been used to achieve the release, assesses Turkey expert Paul Levin
Sweden Launches Strategy to Combat Anti-Semitism and Protect Jewish Life
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Sweden Launches Strategy to Combat Anti-Semitism and Protect Jewish Life

Jews in Sweden are exposed to increased threats, violence, and attacks. It should be a matter of course to wear one's Star of David or kippa openly, says Social Minister Jakob Forssmed (Christian Democrats)
Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers
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Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

Demands for a ceasefire are met with counter-demands, ultimatum after ultimatum, and both Russia and Ukraine anxiously follow every hint from the USA. But Vladimir Putin's goal with the invasion remains firm, emphasizes FOI analyst Johan Norberg
TikTok's European Data Storage in China Raises Privacy Concerns
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TikTok's European Data Storage in China Raises Privacy Concerns

Should one care that Tiktok stores European data in China? Yes, maybe. The unfriendly interpretation is that they can use the material for things that are not allowed, says David Lindahl, researcher at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI)
Military Analyst Discusses Symbolic Significance of Kursk Situation
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Military Analyst Discusses Symbolic Significance of Kursk Situation

Russia's claim that they have retaken Kursk does not affect the military situation – but can still have consequences. This is not a huge deal, but it can have a certain political symbolic significance, says military analyst Johan Norberg
Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions
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Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions

The decision to imprison the imprisoned mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoğlu, is no surprise. But the Turkish regime's action also appears to be an attempt to divide the opposition, says analyst Aras Lindh
Liberals Push for Ban on Foreign Ownership of Swedish Private Schools
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Liberals Push for Ban on Foreign Ownership of Swedish Private Schools

The Liberals want foreign ownership in Swedish private schools to be completely prohibited – with a stop also for owners in other EU countries.
Expert: Sanctions are a crucial lever against Russia
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Expert: Sanctions are a crucial lever against Russia

Removed sanctions could be a requirement from Russia to agree to peace in Ukraine. But easing sanctions for a ceasefire is the wrong way to go, according to Emil Wannheden, analyst at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI)
After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again
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After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again

Is Syria on its way to falling back into civil war – just a few months after the Assad regime's fall? In just a few days, over 1,300 people were killed along the Syrian Mediterranean coast, mainly Alawites and Christians. Many are now terrified and have fled the country
Russia Not Finished with Ukraine
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Russia Not Finished with Ukraine

Even if Russia were to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, it doesn't mean an end to the war, according to Johan Norberg from the Total Defence Research Institute. Russia is not finished with Ukraine in any way
Expert on Syria: A Powder Keg That Has Now Exploded
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Expert on Syria: A Powder Keg That Has Now Exploded

The killing of civilians from the Alawite minority can be traced back to a "bitter and bloody legacy" from the war in Syria. But also to a security force that is not entirely controlled by the government, says Middle East expert Aron Lund
Europe's Giant Rearmament Faces Major Challenges
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Europe's Giant Rearmament Faces Major Challenges

The EU Commission proposes astronomical 9,000 billion kronor for defence investments in Europe. The proposal poses a number of challenges, notes Per Olsson, researcher in defence economics at FOI
Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?
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Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?

Europe can gather sufficient funds to replace the USA's dwindling interest on the continent, according to experts. The great challenge lies rather in converting the support into military strength
The Kurdish PKK should lay down their arms
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The Kurdish PKK should lay down their arms

The Kurdish terrorist-labeled organization PKK is to be dissolved. "I urge to lay down the weapons and I take on the historical responsibility for this appeal", announces the group's imprisoned leader Abdullah Öcalan
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