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We must translate our aims into concrete actions, investing on public-private parterships and innovative models, generating virtuous clusters that cooperate with each other and share the mission of fighting against fragmentation, attracting investments and adopt agile procedures. Ministero della Difesa Stato Maggiore della Difesa - Forze Armate

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It clearly emerged that a definition of the underwater domain is needed in order to achieve more awareness, deep-sea literacy and overcome the sea blindness, as well as to define the responsibilities involved. Ministero della Difesa Stato Maggiore della Difesa - Forze Armate

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🚨 Successful Interception of Illicit Weapons and UAVs Bound for Libya: A Win for Maritime Security Italy's customs authorities and the Guardia di Finanza (GdF) have achieved a significant victory in maritime security by intercepting a Panamanian-flagged containership, MSC Arina, that was illegally transporting weapons and military-grade unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) bound for Libya. The ship, with a capacity of 23,600 TEU, was detained in mid-June at the Port of Gioia Tauro during the loading of its illicit cargo. The operation was carried out with intelligence support from the United States, leading to the discovery of weapons and disassembled UAVs concealed among what was documented as offshore wind turbine components. This seizure highlights the critical role of international cooperation and vigilant maritime security efforts in enforcing UN Security Council embargoes and EU regulations aimed at preventing the illegal flow of weapons to conflict zones. The successful reassembly of the UAVs, weighing over three tonnes each, underscores the seriousness of the threat that was averted. This operation is a powerful reminder of the importance of maintaining stringent security measures and intelligence-sharing to protect global maritime trade from being exploited for illicit activities. #MaritimeSecurity #GlobalTrade #UAV #InternationalCooperation #SecurityEnforcement #SupplyChainSecurity

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𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝟳 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀   The G7 Defence Ministers, along with the EU's High Representative and the NATO Secretary General, convened in Naples to address pressing global security challenges. Here are the key highlights: NATO   1️⃣ 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙤-𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 Unified Stance: Pledged to coordinate security and defense efforts in the Indo-Pacific region. Expressed serious concerns about China's military drills around Taiwan and opposed unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the East and South #China Seas. Emphasized fostering security and defense partnerships with Indo-Pacific nations. 2️⃣ 𝙐𝙣𝙬𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙐𝙠𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚 Sovereignty and Integrity: Reaffirmed commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Military Assistance: Pledged continued short and long-term military support. Euro-Atlantic Integration: Supported Ukraine's path toward full Euro-Atlantic integration, including #NATO membership. "Victory Plan" Presentation: Ukraine's Defence Minister outlined a plan to end Russia's invasion. 3️⃣ 𝘼𝙙𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙙𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 Condemnation of Terrorism: Condemned the terrorist attacks by #Hamas on Israel on October 7th, 2023. Call for #Ceasefire and Aid: Supported an immediate ceasefire in #Gaza, the release of all hostages, and increased humanitarian assistance. Two-State Solution: Endorsed efforts toward a sustainable two-state solution for lasting peace. Expressed concern over escalating tensions in Lebanon and condemned attacks on maritime shipping by the Houthis. 4️⃣ 𝙀𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘿𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 Boosting Production: Committed to cooperative solutions to sustain high defence production levels. Aimed to build resilient and reliable defence industries among #G7 nations. Emphasised sharing expertise while preventing unauthorised access. 5️⃣ 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙚 Defining Issue: Acknowledged climate change's profound impact on global security. Recognised its role in exacerbating challenges in vulnerable nations. 6️⃣ 𝘿𝙚𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙊 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙐 Strategic Collaboration: Highlighted the value of G7-NATO cooperation in addressing complex security challenges. Emphasised strengthening ties with partners in the Indo-Pacific and NATO's southern neighbourhood. 7️⃣ 𝙐𝙥𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙍𝙪𝙡𝙚𝙨-𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙊𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧 UN Charter Commitment: Reaffirmed dedication to promoting respect for the United Nations Charter. Emphasised the need to bolster the multilateral system with the #UN at its core. #G7 #DefenceMinisters #GlobalSecurity #IndoPacific #Ukraine #MiddleEast #ClimateSecurity #InternationalCooperation #DefMin 

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This excellent article by Bruce McClintock, of RAND and Anca Agachi, of Atlantic Council & Rand, emphasizes the serious shortfall in space security requiring NATO to accelerate its efforts.​ ​ Improving the quality of Space Situational Awareness (SSA) for NATO allies with precise monitoring of all near Earth orbits is essential for #security and #sustainability of space. ​ ​ We challenge all NATO allied nations, particularly those below their target 2% GDP contribution levels, to heed the message from this article and consider the tremendous benefits of making meaningful contributions like the NATO Space Centre of Excellence and through SSA data services.  ​ Our space-based SSA constellation system is set to transform the way we protect and preserve space for future generations. ​

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Italy is facing challenges in meeting Nato’s 2% defence target, according to GlobalData's latest report. Frequent political turnover, coalition disputes, and legislative gridlock are causing difficulties in establishing a cohesive, long-term defence strategy. 📊 The "Italy Defense Market 2024-2029" report reveals that while the defence budget is expected to grow by 2029, economic constraints and political divisions will likely prevent Italy from reaching the 2% GDP target. https://lnkd.in/gnGypDYG #ItalyDefense #GlobalData #NatoTarget #DefenseBudget #PoliticalChallenges #EconomicConstraints #DefenseStrategy 

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EUROPE. ISIS attacks are increasing The Islamic State intervened on supporters who responded to calls to carry out terrorist attacks. The new issue of An-Naba, the weekly magazine and official media of the Islamic State, has published an editorial dedicated to the Islamists who have carried out attacks in Europe and Russia on behalf of the Islamic State. #agcnews #terroristattack #daesh #europa #isis #jihad #terrorism https://lnkd.in/drm2ezmh

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The war in Ukraine has shown how crucial it is for NATO countries to have numerous and advanced artillery capabilities in order to deal with protracted, large-scale, and high-intensity conflicts. Read more in this new #IAIDocument by Elio Calcagno & Alessandro Marrone. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dxFHphBe

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⚔️The mounting #geopolitical threats make the #EU governments’ holding on to national #defence policies increasingly outdated. ⭐Defence fulfils the standard properties of a public good, being non-excludable and non-rivalrous, and qualifies as a European public good given the increasing returns-to-scale and positive externalities. 👉As such, a common defence can be classified along two dimensions: delivery and financing. ➡️Delivering will require the development of a fully-fledged European defence industry. ➡️Financing entails a substantial reorientation of the EU budget or the setting up of a common fund outside the EU budget. Vox column by: Roel Beetsma (Universiteit van Amsterdam), Marco Buti (European University Institute), Francesco Nicoli (Universiteit Gent) Read more here: https://ow.ly/vGOI50ToaOU

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🌍 Building Resilience: NATO's #SevenBaselineRequirements and Water Security 🌍 As we strengthen our defence frameworks, NATO’s seven baseline requirements for resilience serve as a critical blueprint for member states. These include ensuring robust energy supplies, the continuity of government, and securing essential services such as food and water. #Water, often underappreciated, is indispensable not only for everyday life but for national defence. #Sweden’s recent focus on emergency water planning is a testament to its growing importance in the face of crises. As highlighted by the Swedish Minister for Civil Preparedness Carl-Oskar Bohlin last week, the need to accelerate resilience efforts is urgent. The Minister called for "practical actions" and “time as our most precious resource” when preparing for potential threats. This aligns with NATO's broader goals of bolstering societal resilience and adaptability. Why water matters: Water infrastructure is highly vulnerable to cyberattacks, climate change, and warfare. Addressing this makes us more resilient to emerging threats—ensuring that our communities and military operations stay strong even under pressure. By focusing on water resilience, we don’t just secure resources, we safeguard our future. #Resilience #WaterSecurity #CivilPreparedness #SocietalResilience

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When it comes to managing growing incident information, emergency communications centers (ECCs) around the globe are increasingly turning to NICE Public Safety & Justice for incident intelligence. For example, Italy’s Carabinieri (Arma dei Carabinieri), one of the world’s largest police forces, is deploying NICE across 514 emergency communication centers (which handle seven million+ emergency calls annually). With NICE Inform, the Carabinieri will be able to capture all of its incident information in one place, reconstruct incidents more thoroughly and faster, and gain insight to improve emergency response. Looking for a better way to manage your ECC’s incident information? NICE can help. Read the press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/euk45aki #emergencycommunications #police #innovativetech

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🌊⚓️European Coast Guard Functions Forum Mediterranean Coast Guard Forum Coast Guard Global Summit⚓️🌊 Three significant international events within the Coast Guard domain will bring together all European and international Coast Guard authorities to discuss the challenges, direct experiences, and visions that characterize this vital work and amazing job. Experts in various functions will have the chance to exchange views on the approaches they have implemented based on their experiences and the opportunities that new technologies offer for providing the necessary response at sea in the service of others. In 2025, the #ItalianCoastGuard will proudly undertake the ambitious challenge of promoting and implementing these important events, also with the support of the European Agencies responsible for Coast Guard Functions, marking its #160th #anniversary and its significant historical role and continued relevance in the maritime domain. The rapid and ongoing changes in the maritime environment require us to collaborate and commit to safeguarding and protecting our waters and those who use them on daily basis, trying to be as much as possible a step ahead and growth together to ensure maritime safety and security. ⚓️🌊. #WeAreCoastGuard #WeWillBeAlwaysOutThere #ITCG 🇮🇹⚓️ #ECGFF #MeCGF #CGGS

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Overview of the Situation on the Pokrovske and Toretsk Directions In recent days, the enemy has attempted to advance in the Pokrovske and Toretsk directions (the "Center" group), using units of the 41st Combined Arms Army (74th Motorized Rifle Brigade) and the 132nd Motorized Rifle Brigade of the 1st Army Corps. While there have been some gains in Ivanivka and along the Horlivka-Kostiantynivka road, the offensive pace has slowed. Ukrainian defense on key sectors remains firm. Factual Analysis: Toretsk Direction: - Enemy units from the 41st Combined Arms Army advanced along the Horlivka-Kostiantynivka road, reaching the central part of Pivnichne. Their progress is limited and comes with heavy losses. - Attempts to seize key objects in Toretsk (such as the Central City Hospital) have not yielded significant results. Pokrovske Direction: - The 132nd Motorized Rifle Brigade of the 1st Army Corps and the 35th Motorized Rifle Brigade of the 41st Combined Arms Army have pushed Ukrainian forces from the eastern part of New York. However, defense has stabilized along the Nelipivka-New York line. - The enemy has made minor gains in Panteleimonivka and Sukha Balka. Capture of Ivanivka: - Forward units of the 30th and 15th Motorized Rifle Brigades of the 2nd Combined Arms Army managed to capture Ivanivka after several attempts. The enemy continues attacking Ukrainian positions on the Vovcha River but without significant success. Ukrainian Defense: - Despite some enemy advances, Ukrainian forces hold key positions along the Vovcha River and Karlivka Reservoir. The enemy has not taken full control of Zhelanne and failed several attacks on Hrodivka. Conclusions: 1. Slowing of the Offensive: The Russian "Center" group faces exhaustion and frequent regrouping, slowing their advance. They are unable to sustain large-scale operations on multiple fronts. 2. Flanking Vulnerabilities: The enemy's limited successes have exposed weaknesses, particularly between the 2nd and 8th Combined Arms Armies, creating opportunities for Ukrainian counterattacks. 3. Difficulty in Regrouping: Continuous regrouping of combat-ready units is worsening the enemy's operational condition, allowing for tactical pauses that Ukrainian forces can exploit. Recommendations: 1. Flank Pressure: Increase attacks on Russian flanks, especially along the Pokrovske-Karlivka axis, forcing the enemy to divert reserves and reduce their offensive strength. 2. Target Logistics: Strike the enemy's rear infrastructure and supply lines near Horlivka and Kostiantynivka to disrupt resupply efforts. 3. Localized Counterattacks: Seize tactical pauses for counterattacks on weak sectors such as Zhelanne and Hrodivka to destabilize the enemy and force them into defense. ✍️ Information and Analytical Center of Ukraine https://lnkd.in/dB9CfHiR #PokrovskeDirection #ToretskDirection #CombatActions #UAF #FrontlineAnalysis #OperationalSituation #RussianOffensive #UkrainianDefense #NewYork

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Speaking at the first day of Cybertech Europe 2024, Lorenzo Mariani, Leonardo's Co-General Manager, analysed the technological evolution characterising the Defence sector and the central role of innovation in the journey toward safeguarding #GlobalSecurity. In today's complex geopolitical landscape, new digital technologies combined with traditional threats play a crucial role in Defence activities. On the other hand, they play an equally crucial role in offensive activities, in which the use of #Drones, #ArtificialIntelligence or other appropriately configured non-strictly military devices has expanded the concept of hybrid warfare. Defence is thus evolving toward the broader paradigm of global security, which includes traditional defence and military domains, but also crucial strategic assets which must be protected in order to guarantee to our society accessibility to key resources such as food, energy, water and essential services, like transportation. As Lorenzo Mariani underlined, "Security is a continental, not a national issue. This implies maintaining a continuous dialogue at the continental and supranational level, enabling synergy and cooperation between Defence, Institutions, Critical Infrastructure, public and private companies. In the roadmap to creating a common European Global Security that overcomes political and economic fragmentation, once more a decisive role is played by industry. It is a role that Leonardo is pursuing by acting as a catalyst for agreements and discussion with major European peers and by promoting the involvement of all relevant public and private stakeholders." Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eQEAYkGd #Cybertech2024

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