Andrius Kubilius
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- Oct 13
Wadephul says Russia targets all of Europe as Tusk urges tougher sanctions
German foreign minister Johann Wadephul told the Warsaw Security Forum that Europe must tighten cooperation after a drone attack plot at Leipzig airport. Donald Tusk, after meeting Lithuania's prime minister, argued that the EU should strengthen Russia sanctions rather than weaken them.
- Oct 12
US envoy Matthew Whitaker urges NATO to move forces east, ranks Europe fourth
Speaking at the Warsaw Security Forum on Monday, 12 October, Whitaker said NATO needs upgraded bases, fuel networks and troop-stationing agreements to move forces from Western to Eastern Europe.
- Oct 6
Von der Leyen resists budget cuts and proposes centralized EU energy purchasing
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen rejected demands from Germany and five allies for deep cuts to the 2028–2034 budget while announcing a centralized gas-buying mechanism ahead of the mid-October European Council summit.
- Oct 1
EU defence chief warns Russian strikes on European arms plants will trigger NATO Article 5
Speaking at the European Parliament on Thursday, Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius said NATO collective defence applies to European weapons plants, following Moscow's warnings targeting facilities supplying Ukraine.
- Jun 13
Greece signs EU's SAFE defence agreement to boost Mediterranean surveillance and anti-drone capabilities
Greece formalised its participation in the EU's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) programme on 13 June, unlocking investments in strategic surveillance, secure communications and drone countermeasure technologies for the Mediterranean.
