The European Union's GOVSATCOM program is a crucial step towards enhancing satellite connectivity and security, as highlighted by Commissioner Andrius Kubilius. He emphasized the need for the EU to develop its own defense capabilities, especially in light of geopolitical challenges and reliance on US support. The ambitious IRIS² project aims to establish a multi-orbital satellite constellation by 2029, but interim solutions like GOVSATCOM are necessary. Kubilius also discussed the EU's military limitations compared to the US and the importance of integrating Ukrainian military experience into EU defense strategies. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)