11 February 2026
Canada-Germany
Prime Minister Carney is travelling to Germany to discuss the strengthening of defence and security ties. Submarines will most likely be on the agenda. If you have not read DefenceReport’s report on Canada’s submarine replacement, the link can be found here.
Ukraine
The European Parliament approved the 90 billion Euro loan to Ukraine. This loan will secure Ukraine’s budget for the next two years as the fourth anniversary of the war looms. The loan will strengthen its defence capabilities, ensure the uninterrupted operation of public services, and contribute to the country’s resilience and closer integration with Europe’s defence-industrial base.
Russia
As the Russian state media regulator Roskomnadzor imposed restrictions on the social app, Telegram, soldiers on the frontline are complaining of disruption to communication. Russian forces rely on the app to communicate and coordinate by sharing images and videos. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated to reporters that it is difficult to “imagine that frontline communications are maintained via Telegram or some other messenger.”
United Kingdom-Norway
The United Kingdom announced that it will increase its presence in Norway from 1,000 personnel to 2,000 over the next three years to counter the Russian threat. The UK and other European nations are increasing their presence and number of exercises in the region. In December, the UK and Norway signed a pact to coordinate the hunt for Russian submarines.
Iran
There are reports that Iran is filling in the entrances to its nuclear sites as a measure to block potential US special forces attacks on the facilities. Tensions continue to mount in the region as the United States continues to move in military assets into the region, and talks have stalled.
Social media wires
Other social media websites and apps have been removed in Russia and may be done to further slow down Telegram
Reports continue of a Ukrainian counteroffensive
Featured Photo: “British Troops on exercise in Norway” – UK MoD Defence Images, Flickr, 2026
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