Legal Notice

1. Publisher Information

This website is published as an independent research and information project focused on analyzing European military dependence on the United States.

Website: https://militarydependence.com
Contact: contact@militarydependence.com

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3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, data visualizations, charts, and analysis, is protected by intellectual property rights.

Data and Research

The data presented on this website is compiled from publicly available sources including:

• Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)
• North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
• U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
• International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS)
• Federation of American Scientists (FAS)
• Atlantic Council
• Defense contractors' public disclosures

Fair Use

You may cite or reference this website for educational, journalistic, or research purposes, provided that:

• Proper attribution is given to Military Dependence (militarydependence.com)
• A direct link to the source material is provided
• The content is not modified in a way that misrepresents the original analysis

4. Disclaimer and Liability

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information based on reliable sources, this website does not guarantee the absolute accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. Military data is subject to classification, political sensitivity, and varying methodologies across different sources.

Third-Party Links

This website contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party websites. External links are provided for informational purposes only.

Limitation of Liability

The publisher shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.

5. Privacy and Data Protection (GDPR)

Data Collection

This website is committed to protecting your privacy and complies with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Analytics

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• Anonymized IP addresses
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Geographic location (country/city level only)
• Referring websites

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No Personal Data Storage

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• Require user registration or accounts
• Collect email addresses (except when voluntarily sent via contact email)
• Store personal information in databases
• Use advertising tracking pixels
• Share data with third-party marketers

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Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access any data we may hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to data processing
• Data portability

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7. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

This website and its content are governed by international copyright and intellectual property laws. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of competent courts.

Given the international nature of the internet and the website's focus on European-American relations, users from all jurisdictions are expected to comply with their local laws regarding access to and use of online content.

8. Changes to This Legal Notice

We reserve the right to update this legal notice at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

9. Contact

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Email: contact@militarydependence.com

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