Gábor Szűcs

Gábor Szűcs is currently an analyst at the 21st Century Institute and a political commentator for Megafon.
Norwegian Chief of Defence: We cannot rule out a Russian attack on Norway

Norwegian Chief of Defence: We cannot rule out a Russian attack on Norway

Eirik Kristoffersen says the country must prepare for a scenario in which Russia attempts to attack it.

February 10, 2026
Germany has already sent military service questionnaires to 40,000 young people

Germany has already sent military service questionnaires to 40,000 young people

Defence Minister Boris Pistorius says the rebuilding of the Bundeswehr is progressing well.

February 3, 2026
Former EU commissioner: Ursula von der Leyen’s leadership is bad for Europe

Former EU commissioner: Ursula von der Leyen’s leadership is bad for Europe

Nicolas Schmit argues that genuine strategic debate and a long-term vision for Europe’s global role have been absent from the Commission.

February 2, 2026
Not only the Ukrainian state needs to be kept on a ventilator

Not only the Ukrainian state needs to be kept on a ventilator

In 2026 many Ukrainian companies will come under severe financial pressure.

January 15, 2026
Estonian finance minister says budget deficits should be ignored and more money sent to Ukraine

Estonian finance minister says budget deficits should be ignored and more money sent to Ukraine

Jürgen Ligi believes Europe must finance Ukraine beyond all budgetary limits.

January 13, 2026
European Commission wants to expand Brussels bureaucracy by another 2,500 staff

European Commission wants to expand Brussels bureaucracy by another 2,500 staff

The European Taxpayers’ Association says that instead of delivering on its promises of reduction, the Commission is actually further swelling the system.

December 1, 2025
German arms manufacturers are raking in huge profits from weapons sale caused by the Russia-Ukraine war

German arms manufacturers are raking in huge profits from weapons sale caused by the Russia-Ukraine war

According to a fresh SIPRI report, the world’s 100 largest arms manufacturers achieved record revenues last year: arms sales rose

December 1, 2025
NATO’s top military official: More aggressive action and even pre-emptive strikes against Russia cannot be ruled out

NATO’s top military official: More aggressive action and even pre-emptive strikes against Russia cannot be ruled out

The NATO is examining how to deter Russia more effectively, including through tougher, proactive measures.

December 1, 2025