Denmark procures Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) from Kongsberg
Denmark has ordered Naval Strike Missiles and thus becomes the 14th user of the NSM. The procurement and logistics organisation of the Danish Ministry of Defence ...
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USA bans "Chinese military companies"
The US Department of Defence (DoD) published its annual list of companies linked to the Chinese military in early January 2025. ...
Global, European, national: it's all about balance
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By hook or by crook: Sinking of the cargo ship Melanie Schulte
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Mürwik Naval School: Farewell, officers' letters and a ball
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