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Security Debate in Austria: Expert Calls Neutrality “Immoral,” Former President Counters
In view of the “dramatically deteriorating” security situation in Europe and the approaching war, evidenced by drone alerts and airspace violations in NATO territory, there is intense debate in Austria about the role of neutrality.
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Austria's Former Top EU General Brieger Urges Massive Increase in Military Preparedness
After three years at the helm of the European Union's Military Committee, former Austrian Chief of Staff Robert Brieger returns to Vienna and urges Europe, and Austria in particular, to drastically increase its defense readiness in light of the ongoing threat from Russia. Brieger calls for a paradigm shift—away from the Austrian Armed Forces as a disaster relief force and toward a combat-ready national defense army. A critical examination of Austrian neutrality is “inevitable” in this context.
July 14, 2025
French Order Awarded to Austrian General Robert Brieger
French Ambassador to Austria Gilles Pécout awarded Austria's General and Chairman of the European Union Military Committee Robert Brieger the Commander's Badge of the French Legion of Honor on behalf of the French President at a ceremony Tuesday at the French Embassy in Vienna.
April 18, 2023
Austrian New Chairman Of the European Union Military Committee
Austrian Chief of General Staff Robert Brieger is the new permanent Chairman of the European Union Military Committee. The European Union Military Committee is the highest military body set up within the Council setting up the Military Committee of the European Union.
May 22, 2022
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