StrategicALLY

On this episode of the StrategicALLY podcast Finabel Director, Mr Mario Blokken sat down with DG EUMS, Lt. General Michiel Van der Laan for an eye-opening discussion regarding the military capabilities of the European Union, its present situation, and its future goals. Finabel was invited to the EEAS Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC) branch by the Director General of the European Union Military Staff (DG EUMS) to discuss the upcoming European military exercise, MILEX 26, taking place across Europe with a live exercise, LIVEX 26, in Spain in the coming week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of StrategicALLY, hosts Livia Perrulli and Simon Perrin de Brichambaut are joined by Yves Augustus, former Belgian Army officer and Director of Business Development at STARK. With a background spanning engineering, defence, and business development, Mr. Augustus brings a unique perspective on how Europe can bridge capability gaps through innovation.

We explore how the private sector can better respond to the operational needs of armed forces, the potential of AI-powered unmanned systems, and what capabilities are still lacking across European defence. Mr. Augustus also shares his views on transatlantic innovation gaps, lessons from U.S. initiatives like the Replicator program, and how EU defence investments could reshape industrial readiness.

Tune in as we discuss how responsible innovation and military insight can drive strategic resilience and strengthen Europe’s position in a competitive global landscape.

Podcast edited by Livia Perrulli.

For more information about STARK and its work, visit their website and follow Yves Augustus on LinkedIn.

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In this episode of StrategicALLY, hosts Livia Perrulli and Nicola Bonsegna are joined by Major Stephen Nelson, Simulation Officer at the U.S. Army Futures Command and former Program Director for NATO’s Next Generation Modelling and Simulation. Together, we explored the strategic use of modelling, simulation, and wargaming in NATO.

We discuss how these tools support defence foresight, operational readiness, and multinational cooperation. Major Nelson shares insights on NATO’s efforts to build a common synthetic environment, enhance interoperability among Allies, and embrace new technologies such as AI, digital twins, and cloud-based platforms.

Tune in as we unpack how simulations and wargames help prepare commanders for modern conflict and inform real-world decision-making.

Podcast edited by Livia Perrulli.

For more information abour wargaming and M&S, follow Major Nelson on his LinkedIn.

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In this episode of StrategicALLY, hosts Doğa Sultan Önaçan and Manuel Dias are joined by Colonel Marcin Mazur from the Polish Space Agency (POLSA) to explore the evolving role of space in European security. We discuss space warfare, dual-use technologies, and the EU's path to strategic autonomy in space. Colonel Mazur shares valuable insights on the challenges Europe faces in protecting space assets and advancing space capabilities. Topics covered include the weaponization of orbital debris, the development of military space vehicle technology, and the EU's efforts in achieving autonomous space access. Tune in as we discuss how Europe is positioning itself to secure the future of its space domain.

Podcast edited by Livia Perrulli.

For more information on the Polish Space Agency, visit POLSA's official website.

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In this episode of StrategicALLY, hosts Zsigmond Tar and Katharina Brzuska discuss with Gustav Gressel, an expert in Eastern Europe, Russia and in military affairs, the European military support for Ukraine. Drawing from valuable experience at the Austrian Ministry of Defence and the European Council on Foreign Relations, he offers details on the current situation in Ukraine and explains how the war has evolved through nearly three years. As we address areas such as the coordination of arms deliveries, the role of advanced weapons and drone warfare, this episode aims to provide insight into the challenges Ukraine faces in maintaining its defence and sovereignty. The sounds for this podcast were edited by Irina Antonescu.


References:


Gressel, G. (2024, January 18). “Beyond the counter-offensive: Attrition, stalemate, and the future of war in Ukraine”, European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR).
https://ecfr.eu/publication/beyond-the-counter-offensive-attrition-stalemate-and-the-future-of-the-war-in-ukraine/#how-europeans-can-assist-ukraine

Gressel, G. (2024, November 15). Der Untergang: As Trump returns, Putin will reap the rewards of Europe’s inaction on Ukraine. ECFR; European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR).
https://ecfr.eu/article/der-untergang-as-trump-returns-putin-will-reap-the-rewards-of-europes-inaction-on-ukraine/
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