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Kyiv says it has struck a defence deal with Riyadh focused on procurement, technology and joint efforts to counter drone and missile attacks. The pact follows a wave of Iranian strikes on Gulf countries and builds on Ukraine’s hard-won expertise in shooting down drones.
Oslo will boost military spending to 3.5% of GDP, adding 115 billion kroner over 10 years to buy ships, subs and new electronic and air-defence systems while shifting some procurement timetables.
Boris Pistorius warned the conflict involving Iran is already taking a heavy toll on world economies, called for a ceasefire, and said Germany will not be drawn into military engagement.
After US and Israeli strikes on Iran, President Emmanuel Macron told France on March 2 it would strengthen its nuclear forces and deepen cooperation with European partners. He called the approach "forward deterrence," arguing Europe must regain control of its own security.