The EU is prioritizing the strengthening of air and missile defense capabilities, with 18 member states signing a letter of intent for cooperation. Key areas include anti-missile and anti-drone systems, electronic warfare, floating munitions, and European warships. The European Defence Agency emphasizes the need for ready-to-use systems and highlights the economic benefits of innovation in defense technology. Military spending has increased by 30% this year, but national efforts alone are deemed insufficient for high-intensity warfare preparedness. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)