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Czechia bets on 1.8% core defense spending, testing NATO unity
defense2 days ago

Czechia bets on 1.8% core defense spending, testing NATO unity

Czechia’s new government proposes cutting core military spending to 1.8% of GDP in 2026 (2.1% total with 0.34% funded from other ministries) to free funds for health and social programs, a move that could strain NATO unity and U.S. patience even as Prague pledges it will still meet the alliance’s goal of reaching 2% of GDP and, ultimately, the 2035 plan for 5% defense spending, albeit through accounting tricks and delayed procurements.

via politico.eu|
#2-percent-of-gdp#czechia#defense
Canada Edges Czechia in OT to Keep Olympic Momentum
olympics10 days ago

Canada Edges Czechia in OT to Keep Olympic Momentum

Canada survived a bruising test from Czechia, rallying from a 2-1 deficit to win 4-3 in overtime on Mitch Marner’s winner, with Nick Suzuki setting up the decisive goal. The game featured Canada’s deep talent and speed, including a debut line of Celebrini, McDavid, and MacKinnon, and despite Sidney Crosby leaving early due to injury, the Canadians advanced in a tense, high-stakes quarterfinal.

via Defector|
#canada#czechia#hockey
Knight and Scamurra spark USA to 5-1 Olympic-opening win over Czechia
sports22 days ago

Knight and Scamurra spark USA to 5-1 Olympic-opening win over Czechia

Team USA opened the Olympics with a 5-1 victory over Czechia, led by Hilary Knight's late-second-period goal and two goals from Hayley Scamurra, after Alex Carpenter opened the scoring and Joy Dunne notched her first Olympic goal; Czechia briefly cut the deficit to 3-1 before Knight extended the lead to 4-1 and Scamurra sealed the win with the final goal, with USA facing Finland next on Feb. 7.

via NBC Olympics|
#czechia#olympics#scamurra
EU marks five-year cancer plan milestone as funding and security talks advance
policy23 days ago

EU marks five-year cancer plan milestone as funding and security talks advance

The European Commission marks the fifth anniversary of Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan with an updated European Code Against Cancer and a new dialogue on the ‘right to be forgotten’; it also approves Czechia’s €614 million NextGenerationEU payment, clears the One Foods acquisition by BRF and HPDC, and outlines upcoming high-level security, migration, and defence talks with the Western Balkans and Slovenia, with tentative Commission meeting agendas published.

via European Commission|
#czechia#european-beating-cancer-plan#european-code-against-cancer
Canada and Czechia Face Off at World Juniors
sports1 month ago

Canada and Czechia Face Off at World Juniors

Canada and Czechia are set to face off in the IIHF World Junior semi-finals, with Canada holding a historical advantage but recent results favoring Czechia. Both teams have improved since their last encounter, and the game could hinge on discipline and early momentum. Canada boasts a strong power play and goal-scoring ability, while Czechia aims to capitalize on Canada's penalties and start strong.

via IIHF|
#canada#czechia#hockey
Czechia's Babiš Faces EU and US Challenges Amid Political and Defense Tensions
world2 months ago

Czechia's Babiš Faces EU and US Challenges Amid Political and Defense Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed high expectations for Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, particularly regarding the reconsideration of the F-35 fighter jet deal, which was previously approved by the Czech government but faced criticism from Babiš's party. Despite campaign promises to review costly defense acquisitions, Babiš's government appears to be moving forward with the purchase, emphasizing involvement of Czech industry. The deal reflects broader European doubts about the F-35 due to U.S. policies.

via politico.eu|
#andrej-babis#czechia#defense
Czech Intelligence Reveals Russia's Failed Sabotage and Migrant Recruitment Efforts in EU
politics7 months ago

Czech Intelligence Reveals Russia's Failed Sabotage and Migrant Recruitment Efforts in EU

The Czech intelligence service reports that Russia is recruiting migrants via Telegram to carry out criminal activities and psychological operations aimed at undermining Western societies and support for Ukraine, with many recruits unaware of their connections to Russia. Czechia has experienced multiple Russian-backed attacks over the years, including the expulsion of Russian diplomats and thwarted arson attempts, with Moscow also influencing through the Russian Orthodox Church.

via politico.eu|
#cybersecurity#czechia#intelligence