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General Miloslav Lafek: Deterrence is more important today than defense itself. But the Czech Republic has been caught off guard

General Miloslav Lafek: Deterrence is more important today than defense itself. But the Czech Republic has been caught off guard

The security environment in Europe has changed fundamentally, and the warning time for a potential conflict has shortened dramatically. NATO is returning to its core mission –…

 02. 04. 2026
Czech defence on the threshold of tomorrow: Personal reflections on what we are truly capable of handling

Czech defence on the threshold of tomorrow: Personal reflections on what we are truly capable of handling

In recent months, there have been many headlines and debates about defence. We have constantly discussed GDP percentages, modernization projects, and symbolic commitments. Then came new alliance…

 28. 11. 2025
The Czech Republic after the Hague: From a passive member to a responsible ally?

The Czech Republic after the Hague: From a passive member to a responsible ally?

The NATO summit in The Hague in June 2025 confirmed that the era of symbolic commitments is over. Czechia should no longer be in the second row – it should…

 30. 10. 2025
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