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Denmark’s Defense Blind Spot

Denmark’s military buildup faces an uncomfortable question: how can elected leaders judge its strength when the ministry lacks a reliable picture of essential equipment?

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 15

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Problems affected at least 14 of 27 categories of Denmark’s essential military equipment during 2025, according to an audit released on November 9. The Danish Defense Command reported faults that forced the armed forces to carry out missions, including commitments t…

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