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...

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.

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

Stronger Together #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek

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.

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...

“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...

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...

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...

National Police/Civil Guard officers will gather at the Almudena Cathedral to honour those who have fallen in the line of duty and call for recognition of the risks they face. EUROMIL supports the call for dignity, fair conditions, and proper recognition of service. euromil.org/national-pol...

On 4 March 2026, EUROMIL co-organized the "Strengthening Mental Health in the Armed Forces: A European Imperative" conference with MEP Liesbet Sommen and Wouter Beke. Link to the article: euromil.org/strengthenin... @liesbetsommen.bsky.social @wouterbeke.bsky.social #mentalhealth #armedforces

On #IWD2026, EUROMIL recognises women serving in Europe’s armed forces. #GiveToGain: strengthening rights, representation and working conditions for all service members benefits everyone.

Germany’s armed forces are expanding, but personnel conditions, leadership culture and oversight remain central issues. EUROMIL highlights the debate following the latest parliamentary report and the perspective of our German member, the @dbwv.bsky.social 🔗 euromil.org/germanys-bun...

A few more days until EUROMIL's Mental Health Conference! The event will take place at the Press Club Brussels Europe on 4 March 2026. Register now by clicking on the following link: forms.gle/Cid5tNAdEqzT... #mentalhealth #military

Four years of war. Silence is not an option. 24 February marks four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. EUROMIL’s solidarity remains unbroken. #SlavaUkraini Watch our video message and join us in standing with Ukraine. Link: euromil.org/four-years-o...

Only 2 weeks left until EUROMIL's Mental Health Conference! The panels will address operational and psychological stress factors in military service, alongside other considerations of mental health(care). You can register by clicking on the following link: forms.gle/uTHAVB5itGLh...

The 9th Panhellenic Congress of Delegates of the Panhellenic Federation of Armed Forces Unions (POMENS) reaffirmed leadership continuity and a clear, substantive direction. Read more here: euromil.org/9th-panhelle...

MSC 2026 showed a world under destruction and an unfinished debate. “We still need clarity on where Europe wants to go and how its defence should look.”— @emmanueljacob.bsky.social, President of EUROMIL Full article 👉 euromil.org/under-destru... #MSC2026 #EuropeanDefence

EUROMIL welcomes the #ECSR decision in Complaint No. 212/2022, finding violations on public holiday compensation and overtime for Irish Defence Forces personnel. Service must go hand in hand with fair working conditions and adequate remuneration. www.coe.int/en/web/europ...

On 4 Feb, EUROMIL co-hosted a roundtable in Sofia with BUAFWA, and the support of MoD to discuss #PeopleInDefence, recruitment, careers, work-life balance & equal opportunities. Investing in people means #StrengtheningDefence. Read more here: euromil.org/euromil-co-o...

On the World Cancer Day, EUROMIL calls for safer working environment for all workers and closer cooperation to minimalize the exposure to cancer-causing agents at work.

CS - @cs-dk.bsky.social took part in the No Words demonstration in Copenhagen on 31 Jan. Together with many others, they marched from the Monument for Denmark’s Fallen to the US Embassy to honour those who served and sacrificed. “Loyalty must go both ways.” 🔗 euromil.org/cs-participa...

EUROMIL, in cooperation with MEP Liesbet Sommen and Wouter Beke, is pleased to invite you to the conference on “Strengthening Mental Health in the Armed Forces: A European Imperative” held on 4 March. More information: euromil.org/event/streng... @liesbetsommen.bsky.social @wouterbeke.bsky.social

The #UnitedStates shifts its defence priorities — and #Europe must step up. But do we invest enough in our service members? 👉 Read more: euromil.org/the-2026-u-s...

Kyiv today: electricity for only hours a day, no heating, no water — yet people keep working, helping others, and holding on. Ukraine must not fade from our attention. Read the testimony 👉 euromil.org/kyiv-today-a...

How societies support those who served is a key part of defence resilience. In this article, Hugh MIlroy (Veterans Aid #UK) explains why #veteran support is the missing link in addressing today’s defence challenges. Read more on EUROMIL’s website: euromil.org/strengthenin...

Greece has passed a major reform of its Armed Forces. The law sparked strong opposition from military personnel. Read about PFEARFU - Panhellenic Federation of Armed Forces Unions actions here: euromil.org/greece-parli...

Security professions, risk, and recognition: our Spanish colleagues from AUGC explain their recent engagement in Brussels. You can find the article here: euromil.org/spanish-mili... #AUGC #AUME #securityprofessions #highriskprofessions

Europe’s defence debate is shifting. After EU Commissioner Kubilius’ remarks, ideas like a 100,000-strong force are back on the table. Read EUROMIL’s President remarks on how ambition, realism, & the human dimension must go hand in hand in shaping Europe’s defence future. euromil.org/from-defence...

We applaud the ambition to strengthen European defence, but any new force or replacement of troops will fail if Europe ignores the people in uniform. Recruitment, retention, working conditions, rights and democratic oversight must come first. @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu

In January 2000, the ECJ ruling in the Tanja Kreil case opened all military careers in Germany to women. Supported by @dbwv.bsky.social (DBwV), this decision became a European milestone for equality in the armed forces. #WomenInUniform euromil.org/tanja-kreil-...

The UK has created a new Armed Forces Commissioner, replacing the Service Complaints Ombudsman and expanding oversight of service life and welfare. Its credibility will depend on who is appointed first — and real independence. 🔗 euromil.org/the-uks-new-...

What does loyalty really mean in modern armed forces? A reflection inspired by a LinkedIn post by Navy Officer Fabio Nilgen Alvarez highlights why identity is plural and loyalty is proven through service. Read the full article: 👉 euromil.org/identity-loy...

📰 The new edition of our #newsletter is out. Get up to speed on recent developments and expert insights. What’s inside: ✅ EUROMIL’s 2025 wrap-up ✅ Special European security and defence ✅ News and Updates by our members Find out more: euromil.org/wp-content/u...

We must stand up for our Union. Our democracy and our independence depend on it. 🇪🇺 Read our statement: europeanmovement.eu/publication-...

New U.S. strategy. New reality for Europe. Less automatic support from Washington means Europe must step up — politically, militarily, and socially. EUROMIL explains ⬇️ euromil.org/a-new-u-s-st...

From #BSC2025 to @dbwv.bsky.social Hauptversammlung in Berlin: Europe’s defence depends on solidarity. Proud to stand with the DBwV for a stronger, human-centred defence community. @emmanueljacob.bsky.social

At the Berlin Security Conference with the EUROMIL team — discussing Europe & NATO: Reliable Resilience, Credible Deterrence. Proud to take part.

A forgotten WWI soldier was finally laid to rest with full honours in Ypres. As Steve Maertens of the #WHI said: “Even when his name is lost to history, his dignity has been restored.” A powerful reminder of respect owed to all who served. euromil.org/a-forgotten-...

The @eucourtofjustice.bsky.social confirms: Europe can act for fair wages, collective bargaining, and the right of association.. This matters for all workers, including those in uniform. Fair pay and dialogue are key to dignity and readiness. #ETUC #WorkersInUniform #SocialEurope

25 years on from UNSCR 1325: EUROMIL's President Emmanuel Jacob joined Friends of Europe's #FrontlineVoices debate to discuss women's position in peace and security. Read more: euromil.org/25-years-of-... #WomenPeaceSecurity #UNSCR1325

News from our members: With five seats in the Civil Guard Council, @augc.org becomes the largest representative organization within the Corps, the voice of those who defend public safety every day! More here: euromil.org/augc-is-once...