Reorganisation of cyber and electronic military units will be crucial part of government’s strategic review
Reservists’ association says Berlin has lost contact with almost a million potential reservists
Madrid’s stance threatens alliance unity amid preparations to meet Trump’s military spending demand in June
Also in this newsletter: Dutch minister urges greater vigilance on corruption in military procurement
Lithuania hails ‘historic’ inauguration of German military brigade on its soil
Nicușor Dan’s election caps months of turmoil after vote was cancelled over alleged Russian meddling
Former officials accused of taking bribes from defence companies to pass intelligence about procurement contracts
Foreign minister signals Berlin will commit to 3.5% in ‘hard’ military spending and 1.5% for infrastructure by 2032
French president in talks with Germany and Poland over whether warheads can protect them against Russia
Trump’s reset of US alliances and Russian threats cement Nato power’s role as ‘country condemned to strategic significance’
Diplomats are urging Brussels to prioritise US security relations and put contentious trade decisions on hold
Incident is latest spat between Nato allies since Donald Trump outlined ambitions to take over Arctic island
Also in this newsletter: more staff, less red tape for EU trade tsar in a hurry
Despite record defence spending, private groups are losing out to a state weapons giant and US suppliers
US president signals frustration with Kremlin even as his administration makes overtures towards Russia
Also in this newsletter: Netcompany chief urges Europe to take advantage of ‘digital awakening’
Pedro Sánchez responds to pressure from Donald Trump after years of under-investment in Spanish military
Key to alliance’s anti-missile shield, Rota is among 38 bases across Europe at risk of a withdrawal by Washington
Budget minister says country will meet this year’s target but an increase will take its toll on welfare system
Alliance to use artificial intelligence developed by company of prominent Donald Trump backer
Also in this newsletter: The EU’s new ombudsman probes ‘revolving doors’
Military aid work at Jasionka base to be handed over to Poland and other Nato allies
Defence minister sees need to avoid disorganised shift that Russia could exploit
Mark Rutte gives reassurance there are no plans for ‘sudden draw down’ of American presence
Also in this newsletter: First shots fired in the EU’s big budget debate
