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Spy cockroaches and AI robots: Germany plots the future of warfare

Reuters spoke to two dozen executives, investors, and policymakers to examine how Germany - Europe's largest economy - aims to play a central role in rearming the continent.

A digital illustration released by Swarm Biotactics shows what they describe as cyborg cockroaches equipped with specialized backpacks that enable real-time data collection via cameras.
 Norway's Air Force F-16 fighters (R) and Italy's Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon fighters patrol over the Baltics during a NATO air policing mission from Zokniai air base near Siauliai, Lithuania, May 20, 2015.

Turkey nears Eurofighter jet purchase after UK, German agreements

 Conceptual art of the Tempest fighter jet.

New UK stealth fighter's size improves ability to strike Russia if war breaks out - report

 French President Emmanuel Macron speaks with Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, at a hotel prior to an E3 meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague, Netherlands, June 24, 2025

German defense ministry denies reports alleging it has plans to buy add'l 15 F-35 fighter jets


The risky gamble on Trump - opinion

Trump supporters would do well to pause; this is someone who scraps long-standing policies one day and reinstates them the next.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump speaks to the media in the White House press briefing room last week. The writer asks: Will Trump work to achieve a long-term agreement that prevents a future Iranian threat?

The art of dealing with Trump - opinion

Dealing with Trump requires patience, because his heart and head are in the right place.

A man rides past a pro-Trump sign in Tel Aviv

Europe slams Israel, then buys its weapons - opinion

Governments are navigating a fine line, condemning Israel in public while embracing its capabilities in private.

 A PRO-PALESTINIAN protest against the war in Gaza takes place on the sidelines of a NATO summit, in The Hague, last week. The war has inflamed European public opinion, but defense cooperation with Israel continues, says the writer.

Israel’s strategy for a nuclear-free Iran must not involve a quick win for Trump – opinion

Israel's long-term strategy must look beyond the quick and potentially deceptive victories of the past 12 days. 

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump speaks in the Situation Room at the White House last Saturday. The world received a clear and unequivocal message: Israel and the US are aligned, says the writer.

NATO's Rutte likens Trump to a 'daddy' in Israel-Iran conflict

Asked about Rutte's comments, Trump later said he appreciated the terms of endearment. "He did it very affectionately," Trump said. "Daddy, you're my daddy."

 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reacts during a press conference at a NATO summit in The Hague, Netherlands June 25, 2025.

NATO's Rutte says Europe and America must meet the challenge of rearmament together

"Only Europe and North America together can rise up to meet the challenge of [Russian] rearmament," Rutte added.

 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte holds a press conference ahead of a NATO summit, in The Hague, Netherlands June 23, 2025.

Why Israel's war with Iran has international significance - opinion

While the war is not over, its significance in the international arena is visible already.

 THE COLORS of the US flag are projected on the Tel Aviv Municipality building this week. President Donald Trump decided to capitalize on the Israeli successes, showing that America is great again, says the writer.

Germany's Merz sees no reason to criticize Israeli, US attacks on Iran

"There is no reason for us to criticize what Israel started a week ago, nor is there any reason to criticize what America did last weekend," Merz said. NATO's Rutte defended the US's attack as well.

 German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks during an industrial sector association BDI event in Berlin, Germany, June 23, 2025.

Britain to invest billions in defense spending following escalating fears, threats of World War III

Britain will build at least six new munitions plants, procure up to 7,000 British-made long-range weapons, and launch new communication systems for the battlefield.

A view of an old gas mask that according to local residents was left behind by Russian soldiers inside a building that normally houses a variety of businesses including an agricultural machinery repair company, in Bucha, Ukraine April 19, 2022.

Israel’s billion-dollar laser weapon could dominate global defense – or be killed by politics

Israel’s laser weapons debut in combat as NATO eyes next-gen defenses. Low-cost, battlefield-proven tech—but geopolitics may block export deals.

 Lite Beam 250. (Illustrative)

Turkey re-positions itself to influence the Middle East during Trump admin - analysis

Turkey is repositioning itself as a key regional and global power by mediating conflicts, strengthening ties across the Middle East, and aligning with the Trump administration's goals.

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey during the U.N. General Assembly in New York, U.S.