Minister of Defence wants Europe to strengthen its role in NATO but the USA remains a "fundamental ally"

Nuno Melo believes that “there is no NATO without the United States”

Minister of Defence wants Europe to strengthen its role in NATO but the USA remains a "fundamental ally"

Nuno Melo argued that it is necessary to “strengthen the European defence pillar” of the organisation.

NATO argues that Europe must continue to trust the US

Javier Colomina, a NATO representative, states that it is necessary to “remember that the essential element of this defence is nuclear deterrence and that is in the hands of the US”.

ASD President says it is necessary to think about AI in defence ethically

When asked about how Europe can integrate AI into its systems while following safety and ethical rules, Micael Johansson believes that it is necessary to reflect on the subject.

Portugal contributes to NATO exercise in the Mediterranean between Monday and Thursday

This is the second edition of NATO's main enhanced vigilance activity, Neptune Strike 26, taking place between April 27 and 30.

Leaders of Iran and Pakistan speak following US cancellation

In the northern Gaza Strip, an Israeli strike leaves three dead on election day. In Ukraine, an exchange of airstrikes with Russia results in the death of four people. Follow the live updates here.

EU works to clarify common defense pact without treading on NATO

The EU wants more clarity on its common defense provision, but countries are wary of clashing with NATO.

EU prepares response plan for attacks on member states

The European Commission has committed to defining how the bloc will respond if a member state activates Article 42.7, a collective defence clause used only once, by France, in 2015.

Brussels to present response plan if a member state is attacked

The European Commission committed, during the informal EU leaders' summit in Cyprus, to present a plan defining how the bloc should respond in the event of aggression against a member state, the President of Cyprus indicated.

Is this the one? EU seeks military autonomy from the US

Expert Liliana Reis explains the importance of the measure that Cyprus may trigger for the European bloc to distance itself from the US in the defence sector, following new threats from Trump to “bad allies”.

Between wars and threats, Portugal evaluates strengthening its air defence with cutting-edge technology

Portugal is considering upgrading its aerial surveillance and defence capabilities in response to current geopolitical tensions and security threats.

Between wars and threats, Portugal evaluates strengthening its air defence with cutting-edge technology

Amidst global conflicts and security concerns, the Portuguese government is considering upgrades to its aerial surveillance and defence capabilities using advanced technological systems.

Mark Rutte's diplomacy and the urgency of an adult Europe

Supported by Rutte's diplomacy, Europe must take advantage of the shelter still afforded to it to build, with time, rationality, and effectiveness, its own defense capacity.

How the first Council of State chaired by Seguro went

Council members did not stray from the topic of Security and Defence, but the final note calls for a better structure to respond to storms. Seguro requested a prior meeting with Marcelo.

USA delay arms deliveries to Europe

Europe is expected to suffer from delays in the delivery of military weaponry from the USA, as the conflict with Iran continues to consume American arms reserves. Reuters reports this Friday that US military equipment is expected to face delays in deliveries to European countries, even if their shipment has...

Portuguese drone companies in Russia's sights. "It could be seen as a target list"

Jorge Silva Carvalho, an expert in intelligence and defence matters, also analyses the war in the Middle East.

With a displacement of almost 2,000 meters and measuring 68 meters, the submarine NRP Tridente leaves Lisbon to participate in NATO's Operation Brilliant Shield, aiming to strengthen surveillance in strategic areas. - CPG Click Petróleo e Gás

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Portugal to lead European defence project - The Portugal News

Contracts to be known in May: Finance, Public Prosecution and Court of Auditors to oversee mega military investments

Nuno Melo revealed that a Council of Ministers resolution is already in the legislative pipeline to create an entity dedicated to auditing and overseeing the largest military investment made in democracy. State-to-state contracts for the purchase of frigates, armoured vehicles and other weaponry are expected to be known in May, the Minister of Defence told Parliament.

Law for new military purchases should only proceed after Strategic Defence Concept, says Nuno Melo

Defence Minister Nuno Melo told Parliament that, if it were up to him, the revision of the Programming Law would only proceed after the National Strategic Defence Concept is approved. However, he has already issued the order to establish the group that will draft the preliminary proposal, though he also remarked to deputies that they “would not die if there were no strategic concept.”

Minister downplays update to Strategic Defence Concept despite acknowledging its importance

Nuno Melo also highlighted that the current geopolitical context, including the conflict in Iran, influences this review, as well as the fact that two new military chiefs were recently appointed.

Portuguese Navy sends Tridente submarine for NATO mission

The Portuguese Navy submarine NRP Tridente departs this Tuesday from the Lisbon Naval Base with a crew of 38 military personnel, joining NATO's Operation Brilliant Shield. This operation already includes the frigate NRP D. Francisco de Almeida with a crew of 165 military personnel. Operation Brilliant Shield, under the operational control of the Command of...

US 'killer drone' lands again at Lajes Air Base in the Azores

With a payload capacity of 1,700 kilograms, the equipment has a flight autonomy of 27 hours and is remotely piloted via satellite by two people.