DefenseEurope
Belgium Deploys Drones to Monitor Mediterranean Migration
Belgium deploys two MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones over the Mediterranean under Operation Silent Spear to monitor illegal immigration and arms trafficking.
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DefenseGeopolitics
Belgian Minehunter Departs for Strait of Hormuz Mission
Belgium deploys minehunter BNS Primula toward the Strait of Hormuz, joining NATO forces to secure one of the world's most vital waterways.
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EconomyDefense
FN Browning Acquires British Precision Rifle Maker AI
Belgian arms giant FN Browning Group acquires UK-based Accuracy International, bolstering its precision rifle portfolio and UK defence industry.
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PoliticsDefense
De Wever Rejects Defense Cuts, Slams Critics on Geopolitics
Belgian PM Bart De Wever rejects defense spending cuts, calling 2% of GDP for NATO 'carved in marble' amid coalition budget negotiations.
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DefensePolitics
Belgium Approves €700M for F-35 and Drone Missiles
Belgium finalizes nearly €700 million in missile contracts for F-35 fighter jets and SkyGuardian drones, boosting defense capabilities.
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PoliticsDefense
Pentagon Cuts Brigade in Europe as Trump Pressures NATO
The Pentagon reduces Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three, returning to 2021 levels as Trump pushes NATO allies to increase defense spending.
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