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Press release - MEPs back new EU defence innovation programme

The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.C

By Europa Express 25 Jun 2026 · 08:30 CET Updated 25 Jun 2026 · 08:30 CET

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Core Briefing: Press release - MEPs back new EU defence innovation programme
Strategic Context: The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.C
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The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.Committee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Security and Defence Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

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