What is Defence Matters?

Defence Matters is an independent news and analysis website focused on European security, defence policy, military capabilities, and defence-industrial developments. Coverage includes NATO and EU security issues, national armed forces, procurement, technology, cyber, and active conflicts with relevance to Europe.

Who runs Defence Matters?

Defence Matters is operated by its editorial team. For editorial enquiries, corrections, or correspondence, contact editor@defencematters.eu.

What subjects do you cover?

Coverage is organised across sections including Commentary, Europe, Forces, Industry, Policy, Technology, Cyber, Operations, Global, and The War Zone. Articles focus on defence policy, capability development, procurement, force structure, military technology, deterrence, and operational developments.

Is the site affiliated with any government, political party, or military organisation?

No. Defence Matters is an independent publication.

How do you source information?

Reporting uses a combination of primary sources and open-source material, including official statements, policy documents, legislation, parliamentary material, public procurement information, and publicly available data. Where information is uncertain or disputed, this may be reflected in the article.

Do you allow comments?

Yes. Comments are enabled on the Website. We reserve the right to moderate comments and to remove content that breaches these standards.

What are the comment rules?

Comments must be relevant to the article and written in a lawful manner. Do not post:

• defamatory statements about individuals or organisations;

• threats, harassment, or abusive language;

• hate speech or unlawful discrimination;

• personal data about others (for example phone numbers, addresses, private emails);

• spam, advertising, or repeated off-topic posting;

• content that infringes copyright or other rights;

• links to malware, phishing, or other harmful material.

We may edit or remove comments and may restrict commenting privileges where necessary. Users remain responsible for the content they post.

Do you accept corrections?

Yes. If you believe an article contains an error, email editor@defencematters.eu with the article link, the specific point in question, and supporting material. If a correction is warranted, we will update the article.

What is your corrections policy?

A corrections note is displayed at the bottom of articles. Where a correction is made, we may update the article text and add a note indicating what was corrected and the date of the change. Minor edits that do not affect meaning (for example spelling or formatting) may be made without a formal correction note.

Can I request a right of reply?

Yes. Requests should be sent to editor@defencematters.eu with the relevant article link and the text you wish to submit. We consider requests case by case.

Do you publish guest contributions?

Yes. Guest opinions may be considered for publication. Submissions should be sent to editor@defencematters.euwith a short author bio and any relevant disclosures, together with the proposed text or a short pitch.

Can I submit information securely?

You may send tips to editor@defencematters.eu. If you are sharing sensitive material, indicate the preferred method for follow-up. Defencematters.eu does not publish private personal data.

Do you publish sponsored content?

Defence Matters accepts direct-sold banner advertising. Sponsored content is not published unless clearly labelled.

How does advertising work on the site?

Advertising on Defence Matters is primarily via direct-sold banner placements. Campaign reporting is normally limited to aggregated metrics such as impressions and clicks, where enabled. Advertising does not determine editorial decisions.

Do you use cookies?

The Website may use cookies required for core functions and, where enabled, cookies for audience measurement. Details are set out in the Privacy Policy.

Can I republish your articles?

Not without permission, unless your use falls within a legal exception such as quotation for reporting or review with proper attribution. For republication or licensing requests, contact editor@defencematters.eu with details of the intended use.

Where can I find your legal pages?

Links to the Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions are available on the Website, typically in the footer.

Why can’t I access certain pages or content?

Access may be restricted temporarily for maintenance, security, or technical reasons. If you encounter persistent problems, email editor@defencematters.eu with details of the issue and the page URL.

Do you accept requests for coverage?

You may send tips or suggestions to editor@defencematters.eu. Receipt of a tip does not imply coverage or publication.

How do you handle complaints?

Send complaints to editor@defencematters.eu with a clear description of the issue, relevant URLs, and any supporting documentation. We will review and respond.

How can I contact you?

Email editor@defencematters.eu for editorial matters, corrections, advertising enquiries, and general correspondence.