Defence

Slovakia’s leadership fears that politicians will fuel pro-Russia sentiment as elections loom

Retired US general John Allen tells The National that Ukraine should be allowed to take all the time it needs to prepare before launching attacks against Russia

'We are ready' says Kostiantyn Vashchenko at Bratislava conference

The war has shifted France’s position towards the East

German government announces its biggest military aid package to Kyiv since Russia's invasion

Main contractor on British Royal Navy frigate investigating after cables damaged as vessel fitted out on Clyde

The war in Ukraine has incentivised Brussels to subsidise the upgrade of the bloc's defence industry

Defence Minister urges Shanghai Co-operation Organisation to unite in tackling extremism and holds talks with Li Shangfu of China

New defence investment pledges are expected in July

Agreement will allow organisations to share manufacturing methods and expertise