Media in Southeast Europe: Common Narratives in NATO Members, Serbia Stands Out
How Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Serbia covered defence and security in Q1 2026
- Geopolitical tensions dominate coverage in NATO members - 63% of defence coverage in Greece and 61% in Romania, while Bulgaria tells a more fragmented story.
- Serbia constructs a distinct narrative around military readiness and an 'island of stability' framing that sets it apart from its NATO neighbours.
- Defence procurement diverges country by country - from F-16 delays to Chinese supersonic missiles, the data shows how each country frames modernisation and arms deals.
