Germany logged at least 12,102 military-service refusal declarations in eight months, even as Bundeswehr recruitment and troop counts rose.
Dutch police detained a 24-year-old Amsterdam man in a ShinyHunters probe after claims of FBI, telecom, gaming and education data breaches.
Zelensky said North Korea is preparing to send about 10,000 more troops to Russia, adding fresh geopolitical risk for markets.
Yemen’s leadership called for mobilization as Houthi gains near the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb raise risks for oil flows, shipping and energy prices.
Putin backed using volunteers deemed fully unfit for service in rear-area drone defense, adding to signs of manpower pressure in Russia’s war economy.
Ukraine’s NABU and SAP searched the prosecutor general’s office in a fraud call-center probe involving alleged protection and asset laundering.
Russia is reportedly conducting sabotage on European arms factories by recruiting criminal groups, testing NATO's response without triggering collective defense protocols.
Austria's government proposes extending mandatory military service to nine months with new training and benefits to address heightened security risks.
Russia proposes a law enabling convicted individuals, including those involved in organized crime and smuggling, to join military service contracts amid ongoing recruitment efforts.
Germany defends the International Criminal Court amid a US campaign to limit its jurisdiction, with the EU rejecting claims that the ICC threatens US sovereignty.
Germany reports a sharp rise in military service refusals in early 2027 amid security tensions and new conscription laws requiring mandatory fitness checks for all 18-year-old males.
Gazprom has contracted with Russia's Defense Ministry to form mobile security units to patrol and protect gas infrastructure, employing personnel without active military status.
A new study shows 40% of Germans doubt they can work until retirement age due to heavy physical and mental job demands, raising concerns for labor markets and pension policies.
Russia's Defense Ministry proposes ending mandatory medical exams for conscripts and contract soldiers, reflecting recruitment difficulties amid ongoing conflict.
Poland deported 11 individuals accused of recruiting protesters among Ukrainian refugees using funds from Russia, highlighting ongoing concerns over Russian interference.