On October 26, 2026, defence ministers of countries participating in the E5 format issued a joint statement. The E5 format brings together a number of European states that coordinate positions on security and defence matters. The specific content of the statement, including the topics discussed and decisions adopted, is not detailed in the provided source. Such statements typically address issues of collective defence, support for partners, response to security threats, and coordination of military policy among participating countries. For complete information on the document's content, reference should be made to the official text of the defence ministries' statement.