EU nations launch joint drone programGAME CHANGER The Russian invasion of Ukraine has shown the utility of small drones for recon, for supporting logistics and for killing across the modern battlefieldAP, WARSAWFive European nations have announced a new program to produce low-cost air defense systems and autonomous drones using Ukrainian expertise, hard-won over the past four years fighting against Russia. Both Moscow and Kyiv have cutting-edge drone warfare capabilities forged in the grim laboratory of war where battlefield innovations have rewritten modern battle tactics. Photo: EPAPoland is already working with Ukraine on drone technology in joint military training programs and manufacturing projects. The problem is to be effective at shooting down relatively low-cost missiles, drones, and other threats facing us,” he said. Europe has scrambled to arm itself in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s deep criticism of NATO, European defense spending and once iron-clad alliances.

Source: Taipei Times February 21, 2026 18:26 UTC