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German defense officials are considering steps to block regional state governments from accessing confidential national and NATO defense plans if the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) enters government. Following state elections in Saxony-Anhalt where the AfD won 44% of the vote and 39 of 83 seats, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius moved to ensure that a state government led by the pro-Russian party cannot compromise sensitive operational data to Moscow.

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kyivindependent.com | 1 days ago

Explosion at Bulgarian ammunition depot supplying Ukraine sparks massive fire, sabotage probe

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The latest incident comes amid broader concern over fires, explosions, and suspected sabotage at European defense facilities supplying Ukraine.

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kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

Russia’s War in Ukraine Has Cost Poland’s Economy More than €100 bln, Estimate Shows

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Russia’s full-scale war in Ukraine cost Poland an estimated €113.4 billion between 2022 and 2025, according to Statistics Poland. The losses include reduced economic output, higher inflation, lower real wage growth, and increased defense and Ukraine-related spending.

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