Event Brief
German Drone Maker Faces Backlash Over Thiel Links
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Summary: Defence minister seeks clarification on US billionaire's role in start-up poised for Bundeswehr contract.
WHO: Stark, Peter Thiel
WHAT: Political backlash over links to US tech billionaire
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Concerns over influence in defense contracts
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