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As wildfires continue to affect Southern Europe, EUROMIL stands with all firefighters, first responders, civil protection services and military personnel supporting the response. Thank you for your courage, professionalism and dedication. Stay safe. #Wildfires #Solidarity
📢 New EUROMIL Survey: #Recruitment & #retention remain Europe's biggest military personnel challenge. Retaining experienced personnel has become an even greater challenge than recruitment. Read the key findings from 11 European countries. euromil.org/recruitment-...
Recruitment and Retention Remain the Greatest Personnel Challenge for European Armed Forces - EUROMIL
EUROMIL publishes the results of its 2026 Survey on Recruitment and Retention The European Organisation of Military Associations and Trade Unions (EUROMIL) has published the results of its latest surv...
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The @eesc.bsky.social's Quality Jobs Roadmap is a timely reminder that investing in people is also investing in security. Quality jobs matter for military personnel too. Recruitment, retention, skills, leadership and working conditions are essential to resilient and effective armed forces.
Quality jobs roadmap | Emmanuel Jacob
Europe's defence starts with its people. As Europe invests more in defence, it must invest equally in the people who serve. The European Economic and Social Committee's new Opinion on the Quality Jo...
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70 years of DBwV — 70 years of giving military personnel a strong, independent voice. Congratulations on this remarkable anniversary and on seven decades of commitment, solidarity and representation. 🇩🇪
The #NATOSummit in Ankara marked the shift from commitments to implementation. More investment, stronger industry—but capability ultimately depends on people. Read EUROMIL's analysis: euromil.org/nato-summit-... #Defence #Security
NATO Summit in Ankara: From Commitments to Implementation - EUROMIL
The NATO Summit in Ankara marked an important milestone in the Alliance’s adaptation to an increasingly challenging security environment. While recent summits have focused largely on increasing defenc...
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Arrived in Ankara for two days at #AlliesInAnkara (7–8 July). Looking forward to discussions on Euro-Atlantic security and defence with colleagues and partners. Thanks to the Munich Security Conference (MSC) and the SETA Foundation for bringing us together. #NATO #EUROMIL
📊 New #Eurobarometer: Security & defence remain top priorities for Europeans. For EUROMIL, the message is simple: Europe's defence starts with its people. 🔗 europa.eu/eurobaromete... #Security #Defence
Public Service Day reminds us: strong public services depend on people. Military personnel and defence staff also face staff shortages, rising workloads and cost-of-living pressures. Fair pay and decent conditions matter for Europe’s security too. #PublicServiceDay #Defence
EUROMIL joined the #ETUC mobilisation in Madrid, contributing the perspective of military personnel to discussions on Europe's social and security challenges. 🔗 euromil.org/euromil-part...
EUROMIL Participates in ETUC Mobilisation in Madrid - EUROMIL
EUROMIL participated in the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) mobilisation held in Madrid on 18 June 2026. The event brought together trade union representatives from across Europe to discuss ...
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As #NATO prepares for the #AnkaraSummit, EUROMIL calls for a stronger focus on the people behind #defence capabilities. Military #readiness depends not only on equipment and budgets, but also on recruitment, retention and support for personnel and their families. 🔗 euromil.org/from-commitm...
From Commitments to Capabilities: What EUROMIL Expects from the NATO Summit in Ankara - EUROMIL
As NATO leaders gather in Ankara in July 2026, the Alliance faces a security environment that remains as challenging as ever. Russia’s war against Ukraine continues to shape European security, while i...
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AI can support defence. It should never replace human responsibility. Military personnel must remain in control of decisions involving human life. New article by EUROMIL: euromil.org/ai-in-defenc... #AI #Defence #Ethics
AI in Defence: Technology Must Support Humanity, Not Replace It - EUROMIL
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming defence and security. From intelligence analysis and cyber defence to operational support on the battlefield, AI is no longer a future concept. It ...
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New edition of MISSION – FREEDOM by Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets on POW returns, deported children and human rights violations in Ukraine. Read it here: euromil.org/ukrainian-pa...
Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights publishes new Mission Freedom magazine - EUROMIL
The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Dmytro Lubinets, has released a new edition of Mission Freedom, providing an overview of recent efforts to return Ukrainian prisoners of war...
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New edition of MISSION – FREEDOM by Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets on POW returns, deported children and human rights violations in Ukraine. Read it here: euromil.org/ukrainian-pa...
Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights publishes new Mission Freedom magazine - EUROMIL
The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Mr. Dmytro Lubinets, has released a new edition of Mission Freedom, providing an overview of recent efforts to return Ukrainian prisoners of war...
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Germany freezes promotions for senior NCOs while preparing wider career reforms in the Bundeswehr. DBwV warns about the impact on motivation and retention. euromil.org/germany-free...
Germany freezes promotions for senior non-commissioned officers and announces restructuring of career paths - EUROMIL
The German Federal Ministry of Defence has announced a temporary freeze on promotions to the ranks of Stabsfeldwebel and Stabsbootsmann (OR-8), effective from 1 July 2026. In a video statement on 16 M...
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IDAHOT 2026 “Every soldier deserves to serve with dignity, respect and without fear of discrimination. Strong armed forces are built on solidarity, professionalism and inclusion.” #IDAHOT #IDAHOBIT #Military #HumanRights #Inclusion #Equality
More than 40 MEPs from EPP, S&D, Renew, Greens/EFA & Volt launched a new initiative for a stronger European Defence Union. EUROMIL welcomes the debate and stresses that European defence must also include the human dimension of security and defence policies.
MEPs Launch European Defence Union Initiative as Pressure Grows for Stronger European Security Cooperation - EUROMIL
A new cross-party initiative inside the European Parliament is giving fresh political momentum to the debate on Europe’s defence future. More than 30 Members of the European Parliament from the main p...
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On Europe Day 2026, we celebrate unity, democracy, solidarity, and the people contributing every day to Europe’s security and resilience. A stronger Europe also means a stronger social and democratic foundation for those serving in uniform. Happy #EuropeDay 🇪🇺 #DefenceUnion
Mental health is a shared responsibility — we are stronger together. #SharedResponsibility #MentalHealth #StrongerTogether #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek #EUROMIL
Awareness is not enough — it’s time to act. #CallToAction #MentalHealth #FromWordsToAction #StrongerTogether
Mental health is shaped by decisions — policy matters. #PolicyMatters #MentalHealth #Leadership #Responsibility
Speaking up about mental health should never come at a cost. #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealth #SpeakUp #SafeWorkplaces
Safe working conditions aren’t optional — they are the foundation of mental health. #MentalHealth #WorkingConditions #SafeWork #StrongerTogether
On #LabourDay we recognise military personnel as workers in uniform. Fair treatment. #SocialRights Dignity. #1May @etuc-ces.bsky.social @ituc.bsky.social
Operational readiness starts with people. Physical safety and mental well-being must go hand in hand for those in uniform. #SafeWork
After ~40 days on the front line, soldiers can develop apathy and “stop caring whether they survive,” warns Ukraine’s Military Ombudsman, Olha Reshetylova, cited by The Kyiv Independent.
Ukraine: Prolonged front-line deployments underline the need to protect military personnel - EUROMIL
Recent reporting by The Kyiv Independent and Ukrainska Pravda highlights findings from Ukraine’s Military Ombudsman, Olha Reshetylova, on the psychological impact of sustained front-line exposure. Acc...
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EUROMIL supports GWU’s proposal in Malta for a Parliamentary Commissioner for disciplined forces. Independent oversight and protection of rights are essential for those who serve. 🔗 euromil.org/malta-euromi...
MALTA: EUROMIL endorses GWU proposal for Parliamentary Commissioner for Disciplined Forces, Security and Law Enforcement workers - EUROMIL
During EUROMIL’s 133rd General Assembly held recently in Stockholm, the Maltese delegation, represented by the General Workers’ Union (Malta), referred to the union’s proposal to establish a Parliamen...
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“If Article 42.7 is to be taken seriously, it cannot remain a political signal alone,” says @emmanueljacob.bsky.social Europe’s “own Article 5” is back in the debate — but credibility requires readiness. 🔗 euromil.org/article-42-7...
Article 42.7 TEU: Europe’s “Own Article 5” Back on the Agenda - EUROMIL
Article 42.7 of the Treaty on European Union is quietly moving back into the centre of the European security debate. Discussions at the recent informal European Council in Cyprus showed that this is n...
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Germany presents its first-ever Bundeswehr military strategy. Clearer structure, stronger capabilities, and a force aiming up to 460,000 personnel. The @dbwv.bsky.social stresses the need for a rapid definition of the target structure. euromil.org/germany-pres...
Germany presents military strategy for the first time in history of the Bundeswehr - EUROMIL
On 22 April 2026, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, together with high level officials, presented the “Overall Concept for Military Defense” („Gesamtkonzeption militärische Verteidigung“) to th...
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EUROMIL’s 133rd GA in Stockholm: shared challenges, changing security landscape—and one clear message: defence starts with people. Retention, fair conditions and recognition must come first. euromil.org/euromil-gene...
EUROMIL General Assembly in Stockholm Highlights Shared Challenges and the Need to Put Personnel First - EUROMIL
EUROMIL held its 133rd General Assembly on 17 April 2026 in Stockholm, on board the Teaterskeppet, bringing together member associations from across Europe at a time of rapid change in the security an...
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