Spain: Freedom of Expression and Neutrality of Military Personnel
The Supreme Court (military chamber) has recently issued a resolution that annuls the disciplinary sanction of a soldier in Spain for making use of his right to freedom of expression (protected at Constitution and limited to military by law in certain circumstances) regarding a personal opinion over Franco’s dictatorship. The …
Denmark: Women Speak about Abusive Behaviours in the Armed Forces
In Denmark, through the program “Operation X”, current and former women in the defense forces come forward and talk about their experiences with abusive behavior and the subsequent treatment of the incidents. The Chairman of CS, Jesper K. Hansen, expressed his great respect for the women who took part in …
Strategic Compass: the Future for European Defence and integrated Armed Forces?
Strategic Compass: the Future for European Defence and integrated Armed Forces? The Strategic Compass[1] represents a roadmap that will guide the EU through challenges and threats for the years to come, and towards a stronger and more integrated Europe of Defence, able to act autonomously when needed and with partners …
PFEARFU: No to the Unequal Reimbursement of Health Care Expenses for the Military
The Panhellenic Federation of Armed Forces Unions (PFEARFU) taking into account a relevant document of the Military Union of the Regional Unit of Achaia, returns to its standing request for the modification of the compensation procedure for the personnel of the Armed Forces regarding the health care costs of both …
EUROMIL welcomes NATO’s 2022 Strategic Concept
NATO’s new Strategic Concept reaffirms NATO’s values and purpose, and provides an overview of how the Alliance will deal with today’s turbulent geopolitical environment. The Russian Federation, after its unjustified aggression against Ukraine, poses the biggest and more direct threat to the Euro-Atlantic area, while China, terrorism, non-proliferation, climate change …
Priorities of the Czech Presidency of the EU Council
On 1st July the Czech Republic takes over the Presidency of the EU Council. The six-month Czech Presidency follows France, and will be followed by Sweden from 1 January till 30 June 2023. Those three states together form the presidency trio and have created a joint programme of their presidencies. …
PFEARFU: Forest Protection Patrols and the Armed Forces
Our Greek member association, PFEARFU, sent a letter to the Minister and Deputy Minister of Defence, Minister of climate crisis and civil protection, and to members of the Greek parliament to express the disappointment of military personnel that have to carry out tasks that fall outside of their duties. More …
PFEARFU: 5th Annual Congress
On Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 May 2022, the 5th annual congress of PFEARFU was held with great success in the city of Xanthi, co-organized by the Region of Eastern Macedonia, the municipality of Xanthi and the Military Union of the Region of Eastern Macedonia – Thrace. The congress was …
The President of EUROMIL meets the Minister of Defence of the Slovak Republic and Opening Speech at the 125th General Assembly
EUROMIL held its 125th General Assembly meeting on 29 April in Trenčín (Slovakia). The President of EUROMIL, Mr Emmanuel Jacob, had the opportunity to meet with the Minister of Defence of Slovakia, Jaroslav Naď, to discuss about military personnel’s rights. The Minister highlighted that service personnel represents a high priority …
P.FE.AR.F.U 5 years anniversary
Our Greek member, P.FE.AR.F.U, celebrates its 5 years anniversary. The president of the association highlighted that these five years the federation has focused on promoting the rights of military personnel and recognizing their role in the security of the State, and it will continue to do so. EUROMIL would also …