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Another NATO member retreats from landmine treaty

(MENAFN) Finland has officially pulled out of the international treaty banning anti-personnel landmines (APLs), the country’s Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday. The United Nations has been informed, and Finland will be able to reintroduce...

Finland Announces Withdrawal from Ottawa Treaty

(MENAFN) Finland has officially declared its decision to exit the Ottawa Treaty, which bans the use, stockpiling, and production of anti-personnel landmines, citing escalating security concerns in its region. The announcement was made Friday by...

Europe Launches Its First Federated AI Factory Based on a Sovereign Multi-Cloud Infrastructure

Fact8ra, part of the €3B IPCEI Cloud, offers a multi-tenant AI-as-a-Service platform for the deployment of open source LLMs along the HPC–cloud–telco continuum. MADRID, SPAIN, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OpenNebula Systems—chairing...

Connected Ship Market Trajectory, from USD 6.8 Billion (2022) to USD 12.3 Billion (2032) with 6.3% Growth

WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Connected Ship Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report, by...

AM Craft’s New Advisory Board Draws Experience from Airbus, Stratasys, and Government

Michael Telkamp from Airbus, Jeff Hemenway from Stratasys, and former State Secretary Mārtiņš Bičevskis, advise AM Craft with diverse leadership experience. RīGA, LATVIA, October 24, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aviation manufacturing pioneer AM...

Baltic nations express concerns over Ukraine ceasefire

(MENAFN) The Baltic states are concerned that a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict could increase the security risks they face, according to a report by the Financial Times citing the defense ministers of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. While there...

Baltic nation threatens to shut down main Russian border crossing

(MENAFN) Estonia may shut down the Narva border crossing due to an overwhelming number of people attempting to enter Russia, Interior Minister Igor Taro has said. The statement comes amid growing concerns over long wait times and increased border...

Cold Truths: Russian Media Narratives about Ukraine for the Russian Arctic

Back to Publications Soviet time building. Photo: Maxim Bogdanov When it comes to constructing strategic narratives, Russia might be among the most successful actors in the world. Moscow’s messaging regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine has been...

OSCE demonstrates its impact in mitigating virtual asset risks

The Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) shared its experience in tackling the multifaceted challenges posed by virtual assets during an event organized by the British Embassy and the Serious and...

Additional EU nation reintroduces imposition of immigration controls

(MENAFN) Poland has announced the temporary reinstatement of border controls with Germany and Lithuania in an effort to limit illegal immigration, despite all three countries being part of the EU's Schengen Zone, which typically allows...

NATO state plans on conscripting females

(MENAFN) Denmark has passed a new law requiring women to take part in military conscription, marking a shift toward gender-equal defense policy as NATO boosts its readiness in response to perceived threats from Russia following the Ukraine...

Denmark introduces mandatory military draft to include women

(MENAFN) Denmark has extended its military draft to include women, following recent changes to conscription laws passed by the national parliament. This move aligns with NATO’s increased focus on military readiness amid ongoing concerns over...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

2025 LIT Advertising Awards Announces Season 1 Winners — Recognizing Bold Ideas and Breakthrough Advertising Worldwide

The LIT Advertising Awards, a global awards program recognize excellence in advertising and brand communications, announces its Season 1 winners. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The spotlight is officially on. The...

False child-bride wedding provokes investigation into Disneyland Paris

(MENAFN) French authorities have launched an investigation after a staged wedding involving a young Ukrainian girl at Disneyland Paris raised serious concerns among staff. The event, which took place early Saturday morning outside regular park...

CSR Europe Welcomes New Board and Reaffirms its Commitment to Turning Sustainability into Value at 2025 General Assembly

A new leadership cycle begins as members, policymakers, and partners align on the path from compliance to competitiveness. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the face of regulatory complexity, shifting global ESG...

Minister for Defence Pål Jonson to visit London

SWEDEN, March 21 - The JEF is a form of defence cooperation led by the UK. Its members are the UK, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. The JEF is a framework for rapid response to crises and...

Russia Condemns Hosting Nuclear-Capable NATO Jets

(MENAFN) Russia regards Estonia’s readiness to host NATO aircraft capable of carrying nuclear weapons as a direct menace to its national security, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated on Friday. In reaction to recent comments from Estonian...

Eleport chooses AMPECO to elevate EV driver experience in Central and Eastern Europe

TALINN, ESTONIA, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eleport, one of the leading electric vehicles (EV) public charging service providers in Central and Eastern Europe, has announced a strategic partnership with AMPECO, a global EV charging...

EU EASTERN BORDERS: Baltic countries and Poland call on EU to increase focus on eastern border ― Estonian NGO helps to relaunch mental health support helpline for Ukrainians ― Finland’s border law set for 18-month extension ― NGO criticises Poland’s tr…

The Baltic countries and Poland have called on the EU institutions to increase their focus on the bloc’s eastern border. An NGO in Estonia has relaunched a helpline to provide mental health support for Ukrainians living in Ukraine and elsewhere in...