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US, Canada, Finland launch effort to build ice-breaking ships as China and Russia cooperate in Arctic

The U.S., Canada and Finland will form a consortium to build icebreaker ships, a senior U.S. administration official said, a move intended to bolster the

Europe|News|World

Four European nations agree to jointly develop long-range cruise missiles

France, Germany, Italy and Poland signed a letter of intent on Thursday to develop ground-launched cruise missiles with a range beyond 500 km (

Asia|News|US|World

NATO leaders meet with Asia-Pacific partners as tensions mount with China

U.S. President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts are set to hold talks with Asia-Pacific leaders amid concerns about tensions with China

NATO leaders meet with Asia-Pacific partners as tensions mount with China
Economy|News|Political|World

Canada to announce plan to reach NATO target, spend 2% of GDP on defence: sources

Canada to announce plan to reach NATO target, spend 2% of GDP on defence: sources

Europe|News|US|World

Exclusive: US and Germany foiled Russian plot to assassinate CEO of arms manufacturer sending weapons to Ukraine

Exclusive: US and Germany foiled Russian plot to assassinate CEO of arms manufacturer sending weapons to Ukraine

Exclusive: US and Germany foiled Russian plot to assassinate CEO of arms manufacturer sending weapons to Ukraine
Europe|News|US|World

Ukraine official calls for end to limits on use of allied-supplied arms

Ukraine's top presidential aide on Thursday called for an end to restrictions imposed on the use of allied-supplied weapons against targets deep inside Russia

Ukraine official calls for end to limits on use of allied-supplied arms
Europe|News|World

Romania, Bulgaria, Greece sign deal to boost military mobility

Romania, Bulgaria and Greece signed a deal on Thursday to enable swift cross-border movement of troops and weapons to NATO’s eastern flank, Romania's defence ministry said.

News|US

President Biden on 'really good form' in talks, UK PM Starmer says

Joe Biden was on "really good form" when he met Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Britain's new leader said on Thursday, praising Biden's leadership as more Democrats called on the

President Biden on 'really good form' in talks, UK PM Starmer says
Europe|News|US|World

Russia tried to assassinate CEO of German arms firm sending weapons to Ukraine, reports say

U.S. intelligence discovered that Russia planned to assassinate the chief executive of German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall which has been producing artillery shells and military

Russia tried to assassinate CEO of German arms firm sending weapons to Ukraine, reports say
Europe|News|World

Jens Stoltenberg will wrap up a NATO summit for a final time at the helm

Jens Stoltenberg has said farewell to U.S. President Joe Biden and his counterparts after chairing his last NATO summit

Jens Stoltenberg will wrap up a NATO summit for a final time at the helm
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Ukraine gets new $225 million US military aid after Biden meets Zelenskiy

The United States on Thursday announced a new security package for Ukraine worth $225 million, which includes a Patriot missile battery,

Ukraine gets new $225 million US military aid after Biden meets Zelenskiy
Business|News|Political|World

Canada unveils for first time target date for NATO defense spending goal

Canada will increase defense spending to the NATO target of 2% of gross domestic product by 2032, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday, making a commitment

Canada unveils for first time target date for NATO defense spending goal
Europe|News|Political|World

NATO allies are discussing reclaiming some Chinese-owned infrastructure in Europe

NATO allies are discussing reclaiming some Chinese-owned infrastructure in Europe

NATO allies are discussing reclaiming some Chinese-owned infrastructure in Europe
Europe|News|World

Macron tries to reassure NATO allies despite French political limbo

French President Emmanuel Macron once shook up NATO by declaring it was suffering "brain death".

Macron tries to reassure NATO allies despite French political limbo
News|US|World

US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy to deter and respond to North Korea

The U.S. commitment to deterrence against North Korea is backed by the full range of U.S. capabilities, including nuclear, U.S.

US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy to deter and respond to North Korea
Europe|News|Political|World

UK's Starmer urges NATO allies to boost defence spending

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called on other NATO allies on Thursday to do more to increase their defence spending, saying it was needed to protect the alliance's values

UK's Starmer urges NATO allies to boost defence spending
News|Uncategorized|US

Biden vows US will not walk away from Ukraine

U.S.

Biden vows US will not walk away from Ukraine
Business|News|Technology|US

NATO summit highlights defense deals for RTX, Boeing and others

The NATO summit in Washington showcased a series of significant deals for top U.S. defense companies and others, including RTX, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Norway's Kongsberg

NATO summit highlights defense deals for RTX, Boeing and others
MidEast|News|Political|World

Erdogan says Turkey will not approve NATO attempts to cooperate with Israel

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday it is not possible for NATO to continue its partnership with the Israeli administration.

Erdogan says Turkey will not approve NATO attempts to cooperate with Israel
News|Political|World

Takeaways from Biden’s critical NATO news conference

Takeaways from Biden’s critical NATO news conference

Takeaways from Biden’s critical NATO news conference
News|Political|World

Biden says he has 'no good reason' to talk to Putin right now

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Thursday he has no reason to talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin right now unless the Russian leader changes his behavior.

Biden says he has 'no good reason' to talk to Putin right now
News|World

New Zealand prime minister says to stand up for international rules-based order

New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Thursday that his country needed to stand up for the international rules-based order as potential military

New Zealand prime minister says to stand up for international rules-based order
Europe|News|World

Finland passes law to block migrants crossing from Russia

Finland's parliament passed a law on Friday granting border guards the power to block asylum seekers crossing from Russia, after more than 1,300 people arrived in the

Finland passes law to block migrants crossing from Russia
Asia|News|World

China says it will never accept 'unfounded accusations' at NATO summit

China will never accept the "unfounded accusations" made against it at the NATO summit this week in Washington, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said to his Dutch counterpart over a phone

China says it will never accept 'unfounded accusations' at NATO summit
Europe|News|World

German army wants to order 100 Boxer vehicles from KNDS, Spiegel says

Germany's armed forces are in talks to order about 100 Boxer armoured vehicles from German-French defence contractor KNDS for use by Ukraine, news

German army wants to order 100 Boxer vehicles from KNDS, Spiegel says
Europe|News|Political|World

Move by some NATO members to let Kyiv strike Russia with their arms is a dangerous escalation, Kremlin says

The Kremlin said on Friday that it had noted some Western countries' statements at this week's NATO summit permitting Kyiv to use arms they had supplied to strike Russian territory

Move by some NATO members to let Kyiv strike Russia with their arms is a dangerous escalation, Kremlin says
News|US|World

Kremlin says Biden was disrespectful of Putin and whole world noticed his gaffes

The Kremlin said on Friday that the whole world had paid attention to Joe Biden's verbal slips at a NATO summit and said the way the U.S. president had spoken about

Kremlin says Biden was disrespectful of Putin and whole world noticed his gaffes
Crime|Europe|News|World

Russian assassination plots against those supporting Ukraine uncovered in Europe, official says

Western intelligence agencies have uncovered Russian plots to carry out assassinations, arson and other sabotage in Europe against companies and people linked to support for Ukraine’s military

Russian assassination plots against those supporting Ukraine uncovered in Europe, official says
Economy|News|World

Canada's defense spending commitment presents unsavory choices

Canada's promise this week to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2032 was welcome news to the country's NATO allies, but meeting that commitment could

Canada's defense spending commitment presents unsavory choices
Europe|News|US|World

North Korea denounces NATO, US as 'most serious threat' to global peace

North Korea said on Saturday it "most strongly denounces" a NATO declaration accusing Pyongyang of helping Russia's war against Ukraine and U.S. efforts to expand its alliances with

North Korea denounces NATO, US as 'most serious threat' to global peace
Europe|News|Political

Poland to spend 5% of GDP on defence in 2025, says foreign minister

Poland will spend 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) on defence in 2025, the foreign minister told Bloomberg Television in an interview broadcast on Friday evening.

Poland to spend 5% of GDP on defence in 2025, says foreign minister
Europe|News|Political|World

With words, deeds and arms deals, allies make the case for NATO in terms that would appeal to Trump

European allies in NATO are stepping up their military spending, just as Donald Trump wanted

With words, deeds and arms deals, allies make the case for NATO in terms that would appeal to Trump
Europe|News|US|World

Russia can counter US missile deployments in Europe, Kremlin says

European countries would be putting themselves at risk if they accept deployments of long-range U.S. missiles, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in a video published on Saturday.

Russia can counter US missile deployments in Europe, Kremlin says
Europe|News|World

Poland considers shooting down Russian missiles heading to Ukraine

Poland considers shooting down Russian missiles heading to Ukraine

Poland considers shooting down Russian missiles heading to Ukraine
Europe|News|World

Ukraine needs 25 Patriot air defense systems and more F-16 warplanes, President Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country needs 25 Patriot air defense systems to fully defend its airspace and protect the entire country from Russian missile attacks

Ukraine needs 25 Patriot air defense systems and more F-16 warplanes, President Zelenskyy says
Europe|News|Political|World

UK to boost armed forces given threat from 'deadly quartet'

Britain said it would boost its "hollowed out" armed forces to make sure the country was prepared to face what the head of a defence review called a "deadly quartet," comprising

UK to boost armed forces given threat from 'deadly quartet'
Europe|News|World

Ex-NATO chief George Robertson to lead a UK defense review, says China among 'deadly' challenges

Former NATO leader George Robertson will lead a review of Britain’s military strategy

Ex-NATO chief George Robertson to lead a UK defense review, says China among 'deadly' challenges
News|US|World

Romania sees initial contract to buy F-35 fighter jets, defence ministry says

Romania expects to sign a government-to-government agreement with the United States to purchase latest-generation F-35 fighter jets as early as this fall, the defence ministry

Romania sees initial contract to buy F-35 fighter jets, defence ministry says
Europe|News|Political|World

Russia's Medvedev says Ukraine joining NATO would mean war

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said the accession of Ukraine to NATO would be a declaration of war against Moscow and only "prudence" on behalf of the alliance could prevent the

Russia's Medvedev says Ukraine joining NATO would mean war
Europe|News|World

Germany to halve military aid for Ukraine despite possible Trump White House

Germany plans to halve its military aid to Ukraine next year, despite concerns that U.S. support for Kyiv could potentially diminish if Republican

Germany to halve military aid for Ukraine despite possible Trump White House
Election|News|Political|US

Trump's foreign policy: rethink NATO, troops to Mexico, prevent World War Three

Republican former President Donald Trump says he plans to fundamentally alter the U.S. relationship with NATO should he win a second four-year term in November. 

Trump's foreign policy: rethink NATO, troops to Mexico, prevent World War Three
Europe|News|World

NATO appoints new top official for Ukraine

NATO said on Wednesday it had appointed a senior official to lead the alliance's work in Ukraine as part of a broader effort to intensify support for Kyiv as it fights Russia's

NATO appoints new top official for Ukraine
Technology|World

Italy to boost armaments aboard F35 fighter jets, document shows

Italy is planning to improve weaponry aboard some of its F35 fighter jets, a defence ministry document showed, in what analysts see as a move to secure well-stocked,

Italy to boost armaments aboard F35 fighter jets, document shows
Election|News|US|World

Biden and Trump accuse each other of weakening America's foreign policy. Here are the facts

In a relative rarity for presidential elections, both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have long records on foreign policy and clearly stated positions on many of the world’s hot spots

Biden and Trump accuse each other of weakening America's foreign policy. Here are the facts
Europe|News

UK's Starmer hails European unity on Ukraine, tackling migration

Britain's new prime minister, Keir Starmer, hailed European unity on Thursday, saying deeper defence and security cooperation

UK's Starmer hails European unity on Ukraine, tackling migration
Europe|News|World

European leaders discuss migration and Ukraine at a UK summit as concern grows about direction of US

Leaders from across Europe are gathering at an English country mansion for a summit of the European Political Community

European leaders discuss migration and Ukraine at a UK summit as concern grows about direction of US
Europe|News

Von der Leyen pledges air shield in new EU defence push

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged on Thursday to create "a true European Defence Union" over the next five years, with flagship projects on air and cyber

Von der Leyen pledges air shield in new EU defence push
Europe|News|World

What are the key issues in the Cyprus conflict 50 years since invasion

There will be celebrations in the north, and mourning in the south of Cyprus on Saturday, the 50th anniversary of a Turkish invasion triggered by a brief Greek inspired coup.

Europe|News|World

NATO command to support Ukraine will be operational in Sept - Stoltenberg

A NATO command to coordinate support for Ukraine will be operational in Germany from September, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on Thursday.

NATO command to support Ukraine will be operational in Sept - Stoltenberg
Europe|News|Political|World

Kremlin says it sees 'concentrated presence' of NATO warships in Black Sea as a threat to Russia

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russia would consider any plans to establish a permanent presence of NATO warships in the Black Sea as a threat, given the alliance's involvement

Kremlin says it sees 'concentrated presence' of NATO warships in Black Sea as a threat to Russia
Europe|News|US|World

Russia says it may deploy nuclear missiles in response to US weapons in Germany

Russia does not rule out new deployments of nuclear missiles in response to the planned U.S. stationing of long-range conventional weapons in Germany, Deputy Foreign

Russia says it may deploy nuclear missiles in response to US weapons in Germany
Asia|News|World

Chinese, Canadian foreign ministers to meet in Beijing on Friday

Canada's Foreign Minister Melanie Joly will meet with her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing on Friday for talks on bilateral relations and security issues, Ottawa said on

Chinese, Canadian foreign ministers to meet in Beijing on Friday
Europe|News|Political|World

Russia says Armenia's warmer ties with NATO risk destabilising wider region

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Thursday that Armenia's tilt towards NATO was a cause for regret and concern, and said Yerevan's actions risked

Russia says Armenia's warmer ties with NATO risk destabilising wider region
Europe|News|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy attends UK cabinet, renews calls on long-range missiles

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy addressed British government ministers on Friday, a rare appearance by a foreign leader at a cabinet meeting that new Prime Minister Keir

Ukraine's Zelenskiy attends UK cabinet, renews calls on long-range missiles
Europe|News|Opinion|Political|US|World

Europe faces a hostile Russia and the prospect of an isolationist US. Unity is more crucial than ever

Europe faces a hostile Russia and the prospect of an isolationist US. Unity is more crucial than ever

Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Saab profit edges past forecast as defence orders surge

Swedish defence equipment maker Saab reported a slightly bigger-than-expected rise in quarterly operating earnings and maintained its outlook for surging sales

Saab profit edges past forecast as defence orders surge
News|US|World

Blinken points to wider pledges to support Ukraine in case US backs away under Trump

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Ukraine is on its way to being able to “stand on its own feet” militarily and more than 20 other countries have pledged to maintain their own military and financial aid to the country even if the U.S. were to withdraw its support under a different president

Blinken points to wider pledges to support Ukraine in case US backs away under Trump
Crime|Europe|News|Technology|World

Three 'pro-Russian' hackers arrested in Spain over cyberattacks

Three pro-Russian hackers have been arrested for alleged cyberattacks against Spain and other NATO countries for terrorist purposes, Spanish police said on Saturday.

Three 'pro-Russian' hackers arrested in Spain over cyberattacks
Europe|News|Political|World

Europe turns to conscription as threat of wider war with Russia grows

Europe turns to conscription as threat of wider war with Russia grows

Europe turns to conscription as threat of wider war with Russia grows
Business|Election|News|US

Erdogan says US vote could further boost Turkey arms sector, TRT reports

President Tayyip Erdogan believes a potential change in the U.S. administration after November's election may be positive for Turkey's growing defence industry, he was quoted as

Erdogan says US vote could further boost Turkey arms sector, TRT reports
Europe|News|US|World

Germany's Scholz says Biden's decision to drop reelection bid 'deserves recognition'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday that U.S.

Germany's Scholz says Biden's decision to drop reelection bid 'deserves recognition'
Election|News|World

Biden's withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges

Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the U.S. presidential race injects greater uncertainty into the world at a time when Western leaders are grappling with wars in Ukraine and Gaza, a more assertive China in Asia and the rise of the far right in Europe

Biden's withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges
Europe|News|Political|World

Italy accuses NATO's Stoltenberg of betrayal over new southern envoy

Italy's defence minister has accused NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of betraying Rome by not appointing an Italian as the alliance's new envoy tasked with coordinating NATO's

Italy accuses NATO's Stoltenberg of betrayal over new southern envoy
Europe|News

Slovakia gets first new F-16s to boost air defence

Slovakia received on Monday the first two of 14 new F-16 fighter jets that will replace Russian-made planes it had already donated to Ukraine.

Slovakia gets first new F-16s to boost air defence
Europe|News|World

NATO appoints Spanish diplomat as southern envoy despite Italian ire

NATO confirmed on Tuesday the appointment of Spanish diplomat Javier Colomina as the military alliance's new envoy tasked with coordinating actions on its southern flank, a move that has

NATO appoints Spanish diplomat as southern envoy despite Italian ire
Election|News|Political|US|World

NATO finds gaping holes in defences of Europe

The war in Ukraine and the looming U.S. presidential election dominated a NATO summit in Washington this month but, away from the public stage, the alliance's military planners

NATO finds gaping holes in defences of Europe
Business|Europe|News|Political|World

UK, Germany sign joint defence declaration for closer cooperation

Britain and Germany signed a joint defence declaration on Wednesday, pledging to work more closely to strengthen their defence industries, reinforce European security and support

UK, Germany sign joint defence declaration for closer cooperation
Europe|News|World

Russian drone debris found in Romania, NATO says no sign of intentional attack

Romania said it found Russian drone fragments on its territory on Thursday and NATO said it saw no sign of an intentional attack on the alliance's territory after Moscow troops fired

Russian drone debris found in Romania, NATO says no sign of intentional attack
Europe|News|World

Finland suspects Russian vessel of territorial violation

Finland suspects a Russian vessel violated the Nordic country's territorial waters on Friday, the government said, in the latest incident to cloud relations between the two

Finland suspects Russian vessel of territorial violation
Europe|News|Political|World

Hungary's Orban says Russia stands to gain as 'irrational' West loses power

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Saturday Russia's leadership was "hyper rational" and that Ukraine would never be able to fulfil its hopes of becoming a member of

Hungary's Orban says Russia stands to gain as 'irrational' West loses power
Europe|News|US|World

Russia's Putin vows 'mirror measures' in response to U.S. missiles in Germany

Russia may deploy new strike weapons in response to the planned U.S. stationing of longer-range and hypersonic missiles in Germany, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday

Russia's Putin vows 'mirror measures' in response to U.S. missiles in Germany
MidEast|News|World

Israel foreign minister urges NATO expel Turkey over threat to enter Israel

Israel's foreign minister urged NATO to expel Turkey on Monday after its President Tayyip Erdogan threatened his country might enter Israel as it had entered Libya and Nagorno-

Israel foreign minister urges NATO expel Turkey over threat to enter Israel
Crime|Europe|News|World

Slovenian court convicts two Russians of espionage

A Slovenian court sentenced two Russians on Wednesday in a secret trial to one year and seven months in prison after they pleaded guilty to charges of espionage and using fake

Europe|News|World

Ukraine receives first F-16 fighter jets to bolster defenses against Russia, officials tell AP

According to U.S. and Ukrainian officials, Ukraine has received the first F-16 fighter jets that it has sought for months to fight back against an onslaught of Russian missile strikes

Ukraine receives first F-16 fighter jets to bolster defenses against Russia, officials tell AP
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

One of the F-16s helping Ukraine fight Russia has crashed. Here’s what to know about their role

One of the handful of F-16 warplanes that Ukraine has received from its Western partners to help fight Russia’s invasion has crashed while countering a Russian barrage, killing the pilot

One of the F-16s helping Ukraine fight Russia has crashed. Here’s what to know about their role
News

Turkey blocks NATO-Israel cooperation over Gaza war, sources say

Turkey has blocked cooperation between NATO and Israel since October because of the war in Gaza and said the alliance should not engage with Israel as a partner

Turkey blocks NATO-Israel cooperation over Gaza war, sources say
News|World

Germany joins US-led UN Command in South Korea policing armistice border

Germany joined the U.S.-led United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea on Friday, becoming the 18th nation in a group that helps police the heavily

Germany joins US-led UN Command in South Korea policing armistice border
Asia|News|US|World

North Korea says German entry into UN monitoring force is bid to create Asian NATO

North Korea said Germany's entry into a U.S.-led U.N. border monitoring force on the Korean peninsula would raise tensions, accusing Washington of creating an Asian version of NATO,

North Korea says German entry into UN monitoring force is bid to create Asian NATO
Europe|News|World

Eastern Europe's armies struggle to enlist young people with war not far away

As instructors shout commands, dozens of students taking part in a pilot Czech army programme aimed at boosting flagging enlistment numbers crawl

Eastern Europe's armies struggle to enlist young people with war not far away
Europe|News|Political|World

Turkey's priority is fulfilling NATO responsibilities, defence minister says

Turkey is fully committed to its responsibilities to NATO, its defence minister told Reuters, amid concern amongst some Western allies that

News|Technology|US|World

Turkey pleased with F-16 jets deal with US, defence minister says

Turkey is pleased with its deal with the United States regarding the procurement of Block-70 F-16 fighter jets and modernisation kits, and the process is continuing as planned,

Turkey pleased with F-16 jets deal with US, defence minister says
Europe|News|World

Germany investigates possible sabotage of water supply at military base

A German military base next to Cologne airport was temporarily sealed off on Wednesday and soldiers there were told not to drink tap water as authorities investigated possible

Europe|News|World

NATO air base in Geilenkirchen sealed off due to suspected sabotage, military says

A NATO air base in the German town of Geilenkirchen was sealed off due to a suspected case of sabotage on Wednesday morning, a spokesperson for the German military's Territorial

Europe|News|World

Kosovo's premier calls for full reopening of key bridge in flashpoint city. But the West is wary

Kosovo’s prime minister is calling for the full reopening of a bridge in the flashpoint city of Mitrovica, saying it would be another step toward free movement and not a threat to anyone

Kosovo's premier calls for full reopening of key bridge in flashpoint city. But the West is wary
Europe|News|Political|World

Ukraine's Kursk attack surprised Russia and perhaps some of its backers

Ukraine has stolen the initiative from Russia with its cross-border offensive into the Kursk region

Ukraine's Kursk attack surprised Russia and perhaps some of its backers
Europe|News|World

Germany closes military base over suspicion water supply was sabotaged

Germany closes military base over suspicion water supply was sabotaged

Germany closes military base over suspicion water supply was sabotaged
Europe|News|Political|World

Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red Army

NATO member Poland is paying tribute to its historic victory over the Red Army by honoring fallen Poles and displaying its modern armed forces, which it hopes will deter the threat it sees in modern-day Russia

Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red Army
Europe|News|World

Opening Kosovo's Mitrovica bridge risks conflict with US troops, says president

Kosovo's president Vjosa Osmani has warned that opening a bridge to traffic in the ethnically divided town of Mitrovica without NATO's coordination risks a conflict

Opening Kosovo's Mitrovica bridge risks conflict with US troops, says president
News|US|World

US State Dept OKs potential $5 billion sale of Patriot missiles to Germany

The U.S.

News|Political|World

Russian MP says Ukrainian incursion could lead to global war, RIA reports

A Russian parliamentary deputy said on Friday that the Western-backed Ukrainian incursion has brought the world close to an all-out global war, Russia's RIA news agency reported.

News|Political|World

Kremlin accuses the West of helping Ukraine attack Russia

An influential aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that the West and the U.S.-led NATO alliance had helped to plan

Kremlin accuses the West of helping Ukraine attack Russia
News|World

Russia destroys Ukrainian unit armed with NATO weapons in Kursk region, RIA says

Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian reconnaissance and sabotage unit that was armed with weapons from NATO countries in Russia's western Kursk region, the RIA state-run media

Europe|Health|News

Experts say water safe at German army base after sabotage scare

Test results have shown that the tap water at a German military base in Cologne was not contaminated, a military spokesperson said on Friday, two days after authorities briefly

Europe|News|World

Lithuania begins construction of base for German troops near Russian border

Lithuania on Monday began construction of a military base, which will accommodate up to 4,000 combat-ready German troops once completed by the end of

Lithuania begins construction of base for German troops near Russian border
Election|Europe|News|Technology|US

Trump anxiety spurs investment in European defence startups

Donald Trump's potential White House return has helped spur a flurry of investment in defence-technology startups across Europe, according to eight prominent

Trump anxiety spurs investment in European defence startups
News|US|World

Ukraine says it used U.S.-made bomb to hit target in Russia's Kursk region

Ukraine's air force said on Thursday it used a U.S.-made GBU-39 bomb to strike a Russian platoon command post in the Kursk region of Russia, where Ukraine has mounted an incursion.

Ukraine says it used U.S.-made bomb to hit target in Russia's Kursk region
Europe|News|World

NATO air base in Germany raises security level due to 'potential threat'

The NATO air base in the German town of Geilenkirchen has raised its security level "based on intelligence information indicating a potential threat," it said late on Thursday.

NATO air base in Germany raises security level due to 'potential threat'
Europe|World

NATO lowers security level for air base in Germany after overnight alert

NATO has lowered the security level for its base in the German town of Geilenkirchen, it said on Friday, after the state of alert had been raised overnight "based on intelligence

NATO lowers security level for air base in Germany after overnight alert
Europe|News|World

Security was stepped up temporarily at a NATO air base in Germany because of a 'potential threat'

NATO says security at an air base in western Germany was raised temporarily because of intelligence information pointing to a “potential threat.”

Security was stepped up temporarily at a NATO air base in Germany because of a 'potential threat'
Economy|News|Opinion

Canada needs to spend more on defence faster to make inroads with next U.S. administration: former finance minister

Canada needs to spend more on defence faster to make inroads with next U.S. administration: former finance minister

Europe|News|World

Norway approves Ukrainian production of Norwegian-developed artillery ammunition

Norway said on Friday it had agreed to Norwegian-developed artillery ammunition being produced in Ukraine.

News|Technology|World

Alert at NATO base in Germany was due to drone threat, source says

Last week's alert at a NATO base in Germany housing the Western alliance's fleet of AWACS surveillance planes was due to a potential drone threat, a security source said on Monday.

Alert at NATO base in Germany was due to drone threat, source says
Europe|News|World

Poland says drone likely entered its airspace during Russian attack on Ukraine

Poland said that a drone had likely entered its airspace early on Monday morning during a Russian bombardment of Ukraine, adding that the object

News|World

How US military planning has shifted away from fighting terrorism to readying for tensions and conflict with China and Russia

The Pentagon is preparing for what it calls ‘great power competition’ among the US, Russia and China.

How US military planning has shifted away from fighting terrorism to readying for tensions and conflict with China and Russia
Europe|News|World

NATO-Ukraine Council to meet on Wednesday at Kyiv's request

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will convene a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Wednesday at Kyiv's request, a spokesperson for the Western military alliance said on

NATO-Ukraine Council to meet on Wednesday at Kyiv's request
Europe|News

Starmer, Scholz seek reset in British-EU ties with bilateral treaty

Britain and Germany's leaders agreed in Berlin on Wednesday to work on an ambitious treaty covering issues from defence to trade that would be

Starmer, Scholz seek reset in British-EU ties with bilateral treaty
Business|Europe|Finance|News|Technology|World

Slovakia set to buy six air defence systems from Israel

Slovakia's government approved plans on Wednesday to buy six mobile air defence systems from Israel for 554.3 million euros ($616.88 million), it said on its website, as the NATO member

Economy|Europe|News

Poland's government plans record defense spending in its 2025 budget

Poland’s budget proposal for 2025 includes record defense spending of 187 billion zlotys or $48.7 billion

Poland's government plans record defense spending in its 2025 budget
Europe|News|World

NATO stresses commitment to strengthen Ukraine's defences

NATO members reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen Ukraine's defences at a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council, which brings together officials from Ukraine and the

NATO stresses commitment to strengthen Ukraine's defences
Europe|News|World

Romanian lawmakers approve donation of Patriot missile system to Ukraine

Romania's lower house of parliament approved a draft law on Tuesday greenlighting the donation of a Patriot missile defence system to Ukraine.

Romanian lawmakers approve donation of Patriot missile system to Ukraine
Europe|News|World

Ukraine says one of its Western-donated F-16 warplanes has crashed

Ukraine's military says that one of the handful of F-16 warplanes that Ukraine has received from its Western partners to help fight Russia’s invasion has crashed

Ukraine says one of its Western-donated F-16 warplanes has crashed
Europe|News|World

EU must step up arms production, play stronger role in defence, Commission chief says

The European Union has not yet done enough to boost its own arms production capacities in light of geopolitical threats, in particular Russia's war on Ukraine, Commission President

EU must step up arms production, play stronger role in defence, Commission chief says
Europe|World

Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region is legitimate, says NATO's Stoltenberg

Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region is legitimate and covered by Kyiv's right to self-defence, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told German weekly Welt am Sonntag

Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region is legitimate, says NATO's Stoltenberg
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Romanian government approves draft law to give Patriot defence system to Ukraine

Romania's coalition government approved a draft law on Monday enabling the donation of a Patriot missile defence system to Ukraine and sent it to parliament for a final vote.

Europe|World

Finland plans to ban Russians from buying property

Finland's government is proposing to ban most Russian citizens from buying property in the Nordic country in a move to protect national security, Defence Minister

Finland plans to ban Russians from buying property
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U.S. researchers find probable launch site of Russia's new nuclear-powered missile

Two U.S. researchers say they have identified the

U.S. researchers find probable launch site of Russia's new nuclear-powered missile
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What is Russia's nuclear doctrine and how might it change?

Russia says it will make changes to the doctrine that sets out the circumstances in which it might use nuclear weapons. What might that mean?     

What is Russia's nuclear doctrine and how might it change?
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Video shows Turkish group assaulting US Marines

More than a dozen members of a Turkish national youth organization were taken into custody in the port city of Izmir after local authorities say they assaulted two US Marines.

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Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies, official confirms

A senior official has confirmed a report that Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies but fell short of confirming that the NATO country had formally applied for membership

Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies, official confirms
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No concrete step on Turkey BRICS membership, Erdogan's party says

Turkey has taken no concrete steps towards meeting its stated desire to join the BRICS group of emerging economies but "a process is underway", the spokesperson for the country's

No concrete step on Turkey BRICS membership, Erdogan's party says
Europe|News|Political

Dutch army to have its own tank unit for the first time in 10 years -media

The Dutch army will have its own tank unit for the first time in more than 10 years, local media reported on Tuesday, quoting some extracts from a defence white paper that the

Europe|News|World

US-sanctioned Serbia official meets Putin, says Belgrade is an ally and won't join Western penalties

Serbia's deputy prime minister has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and vowed that his country will remain an ally of Moscow despite its proclaimed bid to join the European Union

US-sanctioned Serbia official meets Putin, says Belgrade is an ally and won't join Western penalties
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Poland aiming to ramp up ammunition production

Poland wants to ramp up its production of 155 mm artillery

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Putin to discuss gas supply contract with Serbian deputy PM

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that he intended to discuss a gas supply contract with Serbia that expires in March 2025 with Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin.

Putin to discuss gas supply contract with Serbian deputy PM
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Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says

A top Kremlin official says Turkey has formally applied for a membership in the BRICS bloc of developing economies as Russia and China seek to counter the West's global influence

Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says
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Swedish foreign minister Billstrom steps down

Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom said on Wednesday he will step down next week after almost two years in office, during which his traditionally non-aligned country joined

Swedish foreign minister Billstrom steps down
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Netherlands hikes defence spending to face new threats

The Netherlands will increase defence spending by more than 10% next year, investing in new tanks, fighter jets, frigates and air defence systems in a push to strengthen its

Netherlands hikes defence spending to face new threats
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Ukraine has achieved 'a lot' in Kursk offensive, NATO's Stoltenberg says

Ukraine has achieved "a lot" in its Kursk offensive into Russia but it's hard to say how the situation will develop next, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

Ukraine has achieved 'a lot' in Kursk offensive, NATO's Stoltenberg says
Europe|News|World

Poland backs off claim drone violated airspace during Russian attack on Ukraine

Poland backed away on Thursday from earlier claims that a drone had likely entered its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukraine in August, after a 10-day analysis and search for

Poland backs off claim drone violated airspace during Russian attack on Ukraine
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US widens indictment of Russians in 'WhisperGate' conspiracy to destroy Ukrainian and NATO systems

The U.S. Justice Department has widened its indictment of Russians in the so-called ‘WhisperGate’ malware attack aimed at destroying computer systems in Ukraine and 26 NATO allies including the United States

US widens indictment of Russians in 'WhisperGate' conspiracy to destroy Ukrainian and NATO systems
Asia|Europe|News|World

NATO chief urges China to stop supporting Russia's war in Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Friday called on China to stop supporting Russia's war in Ukraine and said Beijing's assistance has been a significant factor

NATO chief urges China to stop supporting Russia's war in Ukraine
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Two NATO members say Russian drones violated their airspace

Two NATO members say that Russian drones have violated their airspace

Two NATO members say Russian drones violated their airspace
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NATO members Romania, Latvia report Russian drones breach airspace

Romania and Latvia, both NATO members and supporters of Ukraine in its 2 1/2-year-old war with Russia, on Sunday were investigating instances of Russian drones that crashed after

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The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report says

European Union countries are buying too much of their defense equipment abroad, much of it U.S.-made, and failing to invest in joint military projects, a landmark report is warning

The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report says
Europe|News|World

Russian drone that crashed in Latvia carried explosives, Latvian military says

A Russian military drone which crashed in Latvia on Saturday carried explosives that were likely to have been intended for Ukraine when it strayed into its air space, Latvian

Europe|News|World

Ukraine disappointed at Slovak PM's fascism comments

Ukraine on Monday expressed disappointment at allegations by Slovakia's pro-Russian prime minister that Kyiv should act to remove from its military ranks what he described as fascist

Ukraine disappointed at Slovak PM's fascism comments
Europe|News|World

Sweden appoints new foreign minister with focus on supporting Ukraine

Sweden appointed Maria Malmer Stenergard as foreign minister on Tuesday, choosing the former migration chief to lead policy on Ukraine just

Sweden appoints new foreign minister with focus on supporting Ukraine
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U.S. urges Europe to raise disquiet over China-Russia defence ties

The United States is urging its European partners to be more forceful in expressing their disquiet about China's growing defence collaboration with Russia, U.S.

U.S. urges Europe to raise disquiet over China-Russia defence ties
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Biden says ending ban on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons being worked out

U.S.

Biden says ending ban on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons being worked out
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Poland hosts Blinken, joins calls to lift weapons restrictions on Ukraine

Poland added its voice on Thursday to calls to allow Ukraine to fire Western-supplied missiles deep into Russia as it hosted U.S.

Poland hosts Blinken, joins calls to lift weapons restrictions on Ukraine
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Russian hawk pushes case for Putin to toughen policy on nuclear weapons

Russia should clearly state its willingness to use nuclear weapons against countries that "support NATO aggression in Ukraine", according to an influential foreign

Russian hawk pushes case for Putin to toughen policy on nuclear weapons
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East is East, West is West − and Turkey is looking to forge its own BRICS path between the two

NATO member Turkey’s intention to join the 9-member body that functions as an alternative to the Western-led order shows Ankara’s global ambitions.

East is East, West is West − and Turkey is looking to forge its own BRICS path between the two
Europe|News|World

NATO's Stoltenberg to chair Munich Security Conference, says source

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will take over from German diplomat Christoph Heusgen as chair of the Munich Security Conference, a person familiar with the matter told

NATO's Stoltenberg to chair Munich Security Conference, says source
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Putin ally accuses NATO of already being party to Ukraine war

The chairman of Russia's State Duma, the lower house of parliament, on Friday accused NATO of being a party to military action in Ukraine, suggesting it was already heavily involved

Putin ally accuses NATO of already being party to Ukraine war
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Russia says Putin has sent clear message to the West on long-range missiles for Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin has delivered a clear message to the West about the consequences it will face if it allows Ukraine to hit Russian territory with Western long-range missiles

Russia says Putin has sent clear message to the West on long-range missiles for Ukraine
Europe|News|World

No, no, yes: shifting red lines in West's support for Ukraine

Since Russia's full-scale invasion more than 30 months ago, Ukraine has relied heavily on supplies of weapons from its Western allies to beat back its much larger enemy.

No, no, yes: shifting red lines in West's support for Ukraine
Europe|News|World

Two pilot instructors killed after training plane crashes in Bulgaria

Two pilot instructors were killed when a two-seater aircraft crashed during a training flight in Bulgaria on Friday, ahead of a military air show scheduled the next day, the prime

News|US|World

US officials question if easing Ukraine weapons restrictions would pay off

As the U.S. and Britain discuss allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons to strike deep within Russia, some U.S. officials

US officials question if easing Ukraine weapons restrictions would pay off
Europe|News|World

Stoltenberg says NATO could have done more to prevent Ukraine war, FAS reports

NATO could have done more to arm Ukraine to try to prevent Russia's invasion in 2022, the outgoing head of the Western military alliance said in an interview released on Saturday.

Stoltenberg says NATO could have done more to prevent Ukraine war, FAS reports
Europe|News|US|World

Ukraine renews calls on the West to approve long-range strikes on Russian territory

Ukraine has made a new call on the West to allow it to strike deeper into Russia after a meeting between U.S. and British leaders produced no visible shift in their policy

Ukraine renews calls on the West to approve long-range strikes on Russian territory
Europe|News|US|World

NATO military committee chair, others back Ukraine's use of long range weapons to hit Russia

The head of NATO’s military committee says that Ukraine has the solid legal and military right to strike deep inside Russia to gain combat advantage, reflecting the beliefs of a number of U.S. allies

NATO military committee chair, others back Ukraine's use of long range weapons to hit Russia
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Ukraine would have military reason for striking deeper into Russia - NATO committee chief

Ukraine would have a good military reason to strike deeper into Russia using Western weapons, a senior NATO military official said on Saturday.

Ukraine would have military reason for striking deeper into Russia - NATO committee chief
Europe|News|Political|World

Sweden should lead deepening of NATO presence in Finland, the Nordic neighbours agree

The Finnish government is happy for Sweden to lead the establishment of NATO land forces in Finland to boost defences against neighbouring Russia, the two Nordic

Sweden should lead deepening of NATO presence in Finland, the Nordic neighbours agree
Europe|News|World

NATO's Stoltenberg says each country must decide if Ukraine can use its long-range missiles on Russia

The outgoing head of NATO Jens Stoltenberg said on Monday he welcomed talks on Ukraine's use of long-range missiles to strike inside Russian territory, but any decision on the issue

NATO's Stoltenberg says each country must decide if Ukraine can use its long-range missiles on Russia
Europe|News|World

Sweden to boost defence spending by $1.3 billion in 2025

NATO's newest member Sweden plans to raise its defence spending by 13 billion crowns ($1.3 billion) in the state budget for 2025 to a total of 138 billion, Defence Minister Pal

Sweden to boost defence spending by $1.3 billion in 2025
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Kremlin says Russian army expansion needed to address growing threats on western flank

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that an order by President Vladimir Putin to transform Russia's army into the second largest in the world was needed to address growing threats on

Kremlin says Russian army expansion needed to address growing threats on western flank
Europe|News

Turkey, Sweden to hold first security talks since NATO entry, Turkish source says

Turkey and Sweden will hold their first meeting on Wednesday addressing a security pact the sides agreed to ensure Ankara's approval of Stockholm's NATO membership bid, a Turkish

Turkey, Sweden to hold first security talks since NATO entry, Turkish source says
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Greece to buy US drones, sources say

Greece plans to buy Switchblade drones from the United States to further strengthen its armed forces as it recovers from a decade-long debt crisis, two sources said on Wednesday.

Europe|News|World

Kremlin calls Stoltenberg's comments on missile strikes on Russia 'dangerous'

The Kremlin on Wednesday described as "dangerous" comments by Jens Stoltenberg, the outgoing head of NATO, that a decision by the West to allow Ukraine to use Western long-range

Kremlin calls Stoltenberg's comments on missile strikes on Russia 'dangerous'
Europe|News|Travel|World

Sweden postpones Turkey security meeting due to airplane trouble

An airplane carrying Sweden's foreign minister and justice minister has returned to Stockholm after suffering a technical problem while on the way to Turkey, and a key security

Sweden postpones Turkey security meeting due to airplane trouble
Europe|News|World

NATO must react to Russian incursions into its airspace, Romania says

NATO must enact a "robust coordinated" response to incidents in which Russian missiles or drones fired at Ukraine enter the alliance's airspace, Romanian Defence Minister Angel

NATO must react to Russian incursions into its airspace, Romania says
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Erdogan says Turkey will deepen ties with East while still facing West

President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Turkey would not stop deepening ties with the East, including the BRICS group of nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (

Erdogan says Turkey will deepen ties with East while still facing West
Europe|News

Europe must prepare to meet Russia militarily in 6-8 years, says its new defence chief

The European Union must be quick to increase its defences as Russia may be ready for a confrontation in six to eight years, the nominee to be the EU's first

Europe must prepare to meet Russia militarily in 6-8 years, says its new defence chief
Election|News|US

Harris hopes to turn Ukraine war into winning issue in battle with Trump for Polish American votes

Vice President Kamala Harris is pushing a new initiative to connect with Polish American voters

Harris hopes to turn Ukraine war into winning issue in battle with Trump for Polish American votes
Europe|News

Romanian PM and former NATO official lead tight presidential race - poll

Former NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana has a narrow lead over Romanian leftist Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu in the first round of Romania's presidential election, an

Romanian PM and former NATO official lead tight presidential race - poll
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Greece plans to buy fourth frigate, cruise missiles from France

Greece will start negotiations to buy a fourth Belharra frigate from France to strengthen its navy as it recovers from a decade-long debt crisis, the country's defence minister said

Greece plans to buy fourth frigate, cruise missiles from France
News|World

Lavrov vows Russia to defend its Arctic interests

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov vowed in an interview published on Friday that Moscow would defend its interests in the Arctic both in diplomatic and military terms.

Lavrov vows Russia to defend its Arctic interests
Europe|News|Technology|World

Ukraine joins NATO drill to test anti-drone systems

NATO concluded a major anti-drone exercise this week, with Ukraine taking part for the first time as the Western alliance seeks to

Ukraine joins NATO drill to test anti-drone systems
Europe|News|World

Parachutists commemorate 80th anniversary of Operation Market Garden in the Netherlands

Hundreds of paratroopers have dropped out of near-cloudless skies over a heath in the central Netherlands to commemorate the 80th anniversary Operation Market Garden

Parachutists commemorate 80th anniversary of Operation Market Garden in the Netherlands
Election|News|US

Donald Trump says Zelenskiy wants Democrats to win US election

Donald Trump said on Monday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wanted the Democrats to win the 2024 U.S. election, in which the former

Donald Trump says Zelenskiy wants Democrats to win US election
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Turkey's Erdogan calls for US to lift sanctions hindering defence purchases

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan called for U.S. sanctions blocking some defence purchases by his country and for other "unilateral" measures that hinder the NATO allies' ability to

Turkey's Erdogan calls for US to lift sanctions hindering defence purchases
Europe|MidEast|News|World

Sweden says Iran was behind thousands of text messages calling for revenge over Quran burnings

Sweden says that Iran was behind thousands of text messages that were sent to people in the Scandinavian country calling for revenge over the burnings of Islam's holy book in 2023

Sweden says Iran was behind thousands of text messages calling for revenge over Quran burnings
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US State Dept OKs potential sale of Stinger missiles to Egypt for $740 million

The U.S. Department of State has approved the potential sale of 720 Stinger missiles to Egypt for $740 million, the Pentagon said on Tuesday.

Europe|Finance|News|US

US, Romania to sign $920 million defence loan agreement

The United States will sign a $920 million direct loan agreement with Romania on Wednesday to support its defence modernisation program, the Romanian government said.

Europe|News|World

Greece and Turkey explore holding talks on maritime zones

Greece and Turkey will explore whether they can start talks aimed at demarcating their maritime zones, Greece's foreign ministry said on Wednesday.

Greece and Turkey explore holding talks on maritime zones
Europe|News|US|World

NATO plans for large-scale transport of wounded troops in case of Russia war

NATO plans to coordinate the transport of a large number of wounded troops away from front lines in case of a war with Russia, potentially via hospital trains as

NATO plans for large-scale transport of wounded troops in case of Russia war
Europe|News|Political|World

Putin lowers threshold of nuclear response as he issues new warnings to the West over Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin says any nation’s conventional attack on Russia that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country

Putin lowers threshold of nuclear response as he issues new warnings to the West over Ukraine
Europe|News|World

Lithuania's foreign minister calls for Ukraine to be allowed to use arms freely

Ukraine should be able to freely use arms it has been provided, Lithuania's foreign minister told Reuters on Thursday, adding he hoped Kyiv would be able to

Lithuania's foreign minister calls for Ukraine to be allowed to use arms freely
Europe|News|Opinion|Political|World

Orbán pushes back on aide's comment that Hungary wouldn't have fought a Russian invasion

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says his country always has and always will defend itself against foreign attacks in response to controversial statements by one of his closest aides suggesting Hungary wouldn’t have fought against a Russian invasion as Ukraine has done

Europe|News|Political|World

NATO to set up northern land command in eastern Finland

NATO will set up a new land command in Finland near the Russian border next year, tasked with leading the alliance's land force operations in northern Europe in the event of a

NATO to set up northern land command in eastern Finland
Europe|Political|World

Putin aide accuses West of trying to isolate Russia's Kaliningrad exclave

An aide to President Vladimir Putin accused the West on Friday of trying to isolate Russia's European exclave of Kaliningrad as much as possible by restricting the supply of goods

Putin aide accuses West of trying to isolate Russia's Kaliningrad exclave
Europe|News|World

Russian drone may have breached Romanian air space during overnight attack on Ukraine

A Russian drone may have breached the national airspace of NATO member Romania for "a very brief period of under three minutes" overnight during an attack on neighbouring Ukraine

Election|Political|US|World

New NATO boss Rutte pledges support for Ukraine, plays down Trump fears

NATO's new chief Mark Rutte voiced strong support for Ukraine on Tuesday and said he was not worried about the upcoming U.S. election as he could work with former President Donald

New NATO boss Rutte pledges support for Ukraine, plays down Trump fears
Europe|News|US|World

NATO's new chief makes Ukraine support a top priority and says he will work with any US president

The new head of NATO is vowing to help shore up Western support for war-ravaged Ukraine and says he can work with whoever is elected president of the United States, the alliance’s most powerful member

NATO's new chief makes Ukraine support a top priority and says he will work with any US president
Europe|News|World

China's support to Russia should have implications, new NATO chief says

New NATO secretary general Mark Rutte said on Tuesday that China had become a decisive enabler of Russia's war in Ukraine.

China's support to Russia should have implications, new NATO chief says
Europe|News

Kremlin says we know Rutte, don't expect NATO policy to change

Russia said on Tuesday it did not expect any change of policy from new NATO chief Mark Rutte, the former Dutch prime minister who has replaced Norway's Jens Stoltenberg as secretary

Kremlin says we know Rutte, don't expect NATO policy to change
Asia|News|World

Japanese ministers say they are not pursuing PM's 'Asian NATO' proposal

Japan's foreign and defence ministers said on Wednesday they are not working on a proposal by Japan's new prime minister to establish an "Asian NATO", as the U.S. and India had

Japanese ministers say they are not pursuing PM's 'Asian NATO' proposal
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Russia rules out nuclear talks with U.S. given its stance on NATO expansion

Russia has dismissed the possibility of nuclear talks with the United States citing Washington's stance on NATO expansion, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said

Russia rules out nuclear talks with U.S. given its stance on NATO expansion
Europe|News

Hungary summons German envoy over speech critical of government

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto summoned the German ambassador on Thursday to complain about a speech in which she urged Hungarian public figures to

Hungary summons German envoy over speech critical of government
News|Political|World

New NATO chief Rutte reaffirms support for Ukraine on Kyiv trip

NATO chief Mark Rutte told Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy "your security matters for ours" on Thursday during his first visit to Kyiv since becoming the

New NATO chief Rutte reaffirms support for Ukraine on Kyiv trip
Europe|News|World

Polish armed forces chief says country needs to boost its army

Poland will need a much larger army, something that could be hard to achieve given its aging population, if it is to defend itself from what seems to be a war this

Polish armed forces chief says country needs to boost its army
Europe|World

Romania's top court removes far-right candidate from presidential race

Romania's top court has removed a pro-Russian far-right politician from the list of presidential candidates in upcoming elections, prompting concerns about democratic values from

Romania's top court removes far-right candidate from presidential race
News|US|World

Russia says emergency hotlines with US and NATO remain as nuclear risks rise

Russia said on Tuesday that it still had an emergency hotline with the United States and the NATO military alliance to deflate crises as nuclear

Russia says emergency hotlines with US and NATO remain as nuclear risks rise
Europe|News

Former NATO chief to chair Munich Security Conference from February

Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will take over from German diplomat Christoph Heusgen as chair of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Feb. 2025, the MSC said in a

Former NATO chief to chair Munich Security Conference from February
News|World

Ukraine could be facing toughest winter since invasion began, NATO chief says

Ukraine could be facing its toughest winter since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022, as Moscow continues to attack the country's critical energy infrastructure,

Ukraine could be facing toughest winter since invasion began, NATO chief says
Political|World

US military compiled list of American weapons systems that could help Ukraine in the war with Russia

US military compiled list of American weapons systems that could help Ukraine in the war with Russia

US military compiled list of American weapons systems that could help Ukraine in the war with Russia
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Zelensky wants to ‘work directly’ with Trump on ending Ukraine’s war with Russia

Zelensky wants to ‘work directly’ with Trump on ending Ukraine’s war with Russia

Zelensky wants to ‘work directly’ with Trump on ending Ukraine’s war with Russia
Europe|World

Ukraine eyes peace summit by year-end that includes Russia, envoy to Turkey says

Ukraine aims to organise a new peace summit by the end of this year and wants Russia to attend this time, its ambassador to Turkey said on Wednesday, but ruled out

Ukraine eyes peace summit by year-end that includes Russia, envoy to Turkey says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy sees 'opportunity' to end war in Ukraine by 2025

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that the current state of play on the battlefield had created an opportunity for steps to end Russia's more than 2-1/2-year-

Zelenskiy sees 'opportunity' to end war in Ukraine by 2025
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy will present his Ukraine 'victory plan' to Western leaders but Biden meeting is postponed

Ukraine’s president says he intends to present his “victory plan” to Western leaders this week

Zelenskyy will present his Ukraine 'victory plan' to Western leaders but Biden meeting is postponed
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy outlines 'victory plan' to allies, discusses long-range weapons

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday discussed his proposed "victory plan" with the leaders of Britain, France and

Ukraine's Zelenskiy outlines 'victory plan' to allies, discusses long-range weapons
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy city-hops across Europe, promoting 'victory plan' to allies

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been city-hopping across Europe to promote a “victory plan” that he said “aims to create the right conditions for a just end to the war” against Russia

Ukraine's Zelenskyy city-hops across Europe, promoting 'victory plan' to allies
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin scorns MI5 assertion that Russian spies plan mayhem in UK and Europe

An assertion by the head of the UK's MI5 security service that Russia's GRU military intelligence agency is bent on causing chaos across Britain and Europe is baseless and deserves

Kremlin scorns MI5 assertion that Russian spies plan mayhem in UK and Europe
Europe|World

UK PM Starmer and Zelenskiy discussed Ukraine's military needs in London talks

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy discussed the support Ukraine would need in its war against Russia in the coming months during talks

UK PM Starmer and Zelenskiy discussed Ukraine's military needs in London talks
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO to hold annual nuclear drill from Monday, alliance chief Rutte says

NATO will begin its annual nuclear exercise on Monday, alliance Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Thursday, against a backdrop of heightened nuclear rhetoric from Russian

NATO to hold annual nuclear drill from Monday, alliance chief Rutte says
Europe|Technology|World

Albania to get kamikaze drones from Turkey - PM Rama

Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan will give a "considerable" number of kamikaze drones of an unspecified type to Albania, the country's Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday.

Europe|World

North Kosovo ethnic tensions remain risk for violence, NATO official says

Persistent ethnic tension in north Kosovo could trigger a repeat of violence seen in the area last year, when four people died in a gun battle and NATO

North Kosovo ethnic tensions remain risk for violence, NATO official says
Europe|Political|World

Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Greece to discuss bilateral issues

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Greece to discuss and find solutions to bilateral issues, including maritime zones and airspace, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan

Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Greece to discuss bilateral issues
Election|Europe

Lithuania's centre-left opposition says it will try to form government

Lithuania's centre-left opposition Social Democrats (SD) will attempt to form a majority coalition government together with two other parties

Lithuania's centre-left opposition says it will try to form government
Opinion|Political|US

Trump's protests aside, his agenda has plenty of overlap with Project 2025

Donald Trump insists that Project 2025, a nearly 1,000-page blueprint for a hard-right turn in American government and society, does not reflect his priorities for a White House encore

Trump's protests aside, his agenda has plenty of overlap with Project 2025
Election|Europe|Political

Social Democrat leader expects to become Lithuania's PM after election win

The leader of Lithuania's main opposition Social Democrats said on Monday she expected to become the next prime minister of the frontline NATO member state after

Social Democrat leader expects to become Lithuania's PM after election win
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says NATO's nuclear exercises fuel tensions in light of 'hot war' in Ukraine

The Kremlin said that NATO's annual nuclear exercise involving nuclear-capable military aircraft, which began on Monday, was fuelling tensions in light of the "hot war" unfolding in

Kremlin says NATO's nuclear exercises fuel tensions in light of 'hot war' in Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

NATO will not be intimidated by Russia's threats, Rutte says at Ukraine mission HQ

NATO will not be cowed by Russian threats but keep up its strong support of Kyiv, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on his first visit to the

NATO will not be intimidated by Russia's threats, Rutte says at Ukraine mission HQ
Europe|Political|World

Greek, Turkish foreign ministers to meet on Nov. 8, sources say

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis will meet his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in Athens on Nov. 8 to discuss bilateral issues including the demarcation of an exclusive

Greek, Turkish foreign ministers to meet on Nov. 8, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Sweden's armed forces to grow to 115,000 by 2030, government says

Sweden will bolster the size of its armed forces by some 27,000 men and women by 2030 to around 115,000 people, including professional soldiers and conscripts, as the country

Sweden's armed forces to grow to 115,000 by 2030, government says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy outlines his 'victory plan' to Ukraine's lawmakers, including a call to join NATO

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has told lawmakers that Ukraine’s Western partners are increasing pressure to negotiate with Russia, but he hinted such talks would be unfavorable to Kyiv as he unveiled what he called his “victory plan” for the war

Zelenskyy outlines his 'victory plan' to Ukraine's lawmakers, including a call to join NATO
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Ukraine wants NATO invite before Biden leaves office, envoy says

Ukraine is asking for a NATO membership invitation before Joe Biden leaves the White House, arguing it would be a fitting legacy for the U.S.

Ukraine wants NATO invite before Biden leaves office, envoy says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy sets out 'victory plan' as Ukraine faces precarious moment

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy unveiled his much anticipated "victory plan" on Wednesday, calling on his allies to take urgent steps to

Zelenskiy sets out 'victory plan' as Ukraine faces precarious moment
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says 'victory plan' envisages unconditional NATO invitation

Ukraine's five-point "victory plan" calls for an unconditional invitation for Kyiv to join NATO and a strategic non-nuclear deterrent package in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Zelenskiy says 'victory plan' envisages unconditional NATO invitation
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin, commenting on Zelenskiy's 'victory plan,' says Ukraine needs to 'sober up'

The Kremlin said on Wednesday it was too early to comment in detail on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's "victory plan," but that Kyiv needed to "sober up" and realise the

Kremlin, commenting on Zelenskiy's 'victory plan,' says Ukraine needs to 'sober up'
Europe|Political|World

Slovak PM Fico sees high probability of Ukraine war ending soon, news agency reports

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico sees high probability of the war in Ukraine ending soon, news agency TASR quoted him as saying on Wednesday before his departure to a European Union

Slovak PM Fico sees high probability of Ukraine war ending soon, news agency reports
Europe|Political|World

Key points from Zelenskiy's Ukraine victory plan

Here are the five main points of a Ukrainian plan for victory against Russian invading forces no later than next year as outlined by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on

Key points from Zelenskiy's Ukraine victory plan
Europe|Political|World

NATO to make fresh push for common arms standards

NATO will make a fresh push for common munitions standards, Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday, aiming to drive down costs and improve ease of use on the battlefield as

NATO to make fresh push for common arms standards
Europe|Political|World

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies

Zelensky unveils ‘Victory Plan’ after failing to drum up additional support from allies
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO's Rutte aware of Ukraine 'victory plan,' discussing next steps

NATO chief Mark Rutte said he was aware of the details of Ukraine's "victory plan" that was presented by the country's president on Wednesday, and that he was in touch with the

NATO's Rutte aware of Ukraine 'victory plan,' discussing next steps
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Zelenskiy 'victory plan' is pushing NATO towards direct conflict with Moscow

Russia on Wednesday denounced a "victory plan" presented by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, saying he was trying to push NATO into a direct conflict with Moscow.

Russia says Zelenskiy 'victory plan' is pushing NATO towards direct conflict with Moscow
Asia|Political|US|World

Any deployment of US nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says

Any deployment of U.S. nuclear weapons to Japan in the framework of an "Asian NATO" would lead to a collapse in regional stability, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria

Any deployment of US nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to attend NATO defence ministers meeting on Thursday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will attend a NATO defence ministers' meeting on Thursday, according to NATO's revised agenda published late on Wednesday.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to attend NATO defence ministers meeting on Thursday
Europe|Political|World

EU, NATO pledge Zelenskiy support but reticent on Ukraine 'victory plan'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pitched his "victory plan" to the European Union and NATO on Thursday, receiving pledges of continued

EU, NATO pledge Zelenskiy support but reticent on Ukraine 'victory plan'
Political|World

NATO shows no sign of letting Ukraine join soon and wants more details about its 'victory plan'

NATO is showing no sign it would be willing to invite Ukraine to join its ranks anytime soon

NATO shows no sign of letting Ukraine join soon and wants more details about its 'victory plan'
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says 10,000 North Koreans could join Russian forces in Ukraine as he pushes 'victory plan'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his government has intelligence information that 10,000 troops from North Korea are being prepared to join Russian forces fighting against his country, warning that a third nation wading into the hostilities would turn the conflict into a “world war.”

Zelenskyy says 10,000 North Koreans could join Russian forces in Ukraine as he pushes 'victory plan'
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Turkey working to accelerate Eurofighter jets buy, official says

Turkey has been conducting technical works aimed at accelerating its planned purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, a defence ministry official said on Thursday.

Turkey working to accelerate Eurofighter jets buy, official says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, has expressed his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s “victory plan,” despite the tensions between the two that led to his dismissal in February

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
MidEast|Political|US|World

At 10-year mark, US and allies weigh future of Islamic State mission

Ten years to the day after the formal launch of the U.S.-led operation against the Islamic State, the United States and its NATO allies gathered in Brussels on

At 10-year mark, US and allies weigh future of Islamic State mission
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Britain joins France, Germany in development of long-range missiles

Britain will join a programme of European nations to develop long-range missiles, Defence Secretary John Healey said on Thursday, aiming to plug a gap in military inventories that

Britain joins France, Germany in development of long-range missiles
Europe|Technology|World

Romania scrambles jets after drone breaches airspace

Romania scrambled four fighter jets on Thursday after a small flying object, likely a drone, breached national airspace up to 14 km inland in the southeastern county of Constanta

Europe|Political|World

Putin says Russia won't let Ukraine obtain nuclear weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia would not let Ukraine get nuclear weapons, after Ukraine's leader said that since Kyiv had given up its Soviet-era nuclear

Putin says Russia won't let Ukraine obtain nuclear weapons
Europe|World

Ukraine not considering nuclear arms, top official Yermak says

Ukraine is not considering developing nuclear weapons and recent reports on the topic were driven by an incorrect interpretation of remarks by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, his

Ukraine not considering nuclear arms, top official Yermak says
Europe|World

NATO would need to agree conditions for Ukraine invitation, Dutch minister says

NATO countries will need to discuss conditions for Ukraine to get a membership invitation and to join the alliance in response to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's "victory plan",

NATO would need to agree conditions for Ukraine invitation, Dutch minister says
Europe|Travel

Belgrade's landmark Hotel Yugoslavia faces likely demolition, with many opposed

Belgrade’s iconic Hotel Yugoslavia was once a symbol of progress in the former socialist state of Yugoslavia, and a gathering place for local residents and world leaders

Belgrade's landmark Hotel Yugoslavia faces likely demolition, with many opposed
Europe|Technology|World

Romania detects another drone breaching its territory, ministry says

Romania's radar systems detected a second drone in as many days breaching its national airspace that fighter jets scrambled overnight did not see, the defence ministry said on

Europe|Political|World

France warns that North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine would be an escalation

The involvement of North Korean regular troops to support Russia's invasion of Ukraine would be a serious escalation of the war, France and Ukraine's

France warns that North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine would be an escalation
Europe|Political|World

France vows support for Ukraine's plan to end Russian invasion

France's foreign minister has pledged his support for Ukraine’s plan for ending the war with Russia

France vows support for Ukraine's plan to end Russian invasion
Europe|Political|World

G7 defence ministers back Ukraine's 'irreversible path' to NATO membership

Defence Ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies support Ukraine's "irreversible path to full Euro-Atlantic integration, including NATO membership," they said

G7 defence ministers back Ukraine's 'irreversible path' to NATO membership
US

Pentagon chief says cannot confirm reports North Korean troops in Russia for possible Ukraine deployment

U.S.

Pentagon chief says cannot confirm reports North Korean troops in Russia for possible Ukraine deployment
Europe|World

Ukraine’s ‘victory plan’ receives mixed reactions from Western allies

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plan to end Ukraine’s nearly three-year war with Russia is getting mixed reactions from Western allies

Ukraine’s ‘victory plan’ receives mixed reactions from Western allies
Political|World

NATO's Rutte: North Korea sending troops to Ukraine would escalate conflict

If North Korea were to send troops to Ukraine to fight on Russia's behalf it would significantly escalate the conflict, NATO Chief Mark Rutte said on social media platform X on

NATO's Rutte: North Korea sending troops to Ukraine would escalate conflict
Europe|World

Germany inaugurates Baltic Sea naval HQ amid rising tensions with Moscow

Germany inaugurated on Monday a new multinational naval headquarters for the Baltic Sea capable of leading operations for NATO during a conflict, as the military alliance increases

Germany inaugurates Baltic Sea naval HQ amid rising tensions with Moscow
Europe|Political|World

Georgia's shark-owning billionaire tells voters: Don't risk war with Russia

Georgia's saviour. Russia's stooge. Philanthropist. Oligarch. Bidzina Ivanishvili has been called all these things, and more.

Georgia's shark-owning billionaire tells voters: Don't risk war with Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Saab profit rises, sees sales growth at upper end of forecast range

Swedish defence material maker Saab on Tuesday reported a slightly bigger-than-expected rise in third-quarter operating earnings and affirmed its outlook for

Saab profit rises, sees sales growth at upper end of forecast range
Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's low defence spending could cramp Meloni's style if Trump wins US vote

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni carefully courted Donald Trump when he was U.S. president and could be well-placed to serve as a bridge

Italy's low defence spending could cramp Meloni's style if Trump wins US vote
Election|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says only a US green light on a NATO invitation will sway a reluctant Germany

Ukraine’s president is hoping allies will take a more positive stance on his so-called “victory plan” after the U.S. election, but concedes that its key demand — an invitation to join NATO — is not welcome by some Western partners, in particular Germany

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says only a US green light on a NATO invitation will sway a reluctant Germany
Asia|Political|World

Finland's president: North Korean troops in Ukraine would signal Russian despair

The deployment of North Korean troops in Ukraine would be a sign of Russian desperation more than two-and-a-half years into its full-scale invasion of its neighbour

Finland's president: North Korean troops in Ukraine would signal Russian despair
Business|Europe|Political|World

Britain and Germany sign new defence agreement as Ukraine tensions rise

Britain and Germany signed a landmark defence agreement on Wednesday and pledged to co-operate on exercises on NATO's eastern flank as they

Britain and Germany sign new defence agreement as Ukraine tensions rise
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Poland leads NATO on defence spend - but can it afford it?

Poland's NATO-leading surge in defence spending is raising budget concerns because it will bake in higher long-term expenditure on its military

Poland leads NATO on defence spend - but can it afford it?
Europe|World

Britain and Germany sign defense pact to counter Russia's growing threat

Officials say German submarine-hunting planes will patrol the North Atlantic from a base in Scotland under a new Britain-Germany defense pact in response to the growing threat from Russia

Britain and Germany sign defense pact to counter Russia's growing threat
Europe|Technology

Romanian radar picks up two likely drone signals breaching territory, ministry says

Romania's radar systems detected two separate signals, likely from drones, breaching its national airspace that scrambled fighter jets did not see, the country's defence ministry

Romanian radar picks up two likely drone signals breaching territory, ministry says
Africa|World

Turkey to seek improved Africa cooperation in Djibouti talks, officials say

Turkey's foreign minister will travel to Djibouti next week to attend a Turkey-Africa ministerial meeting and discuss improving cooperation between Ankara and the

Turkey to seek improved Africa cooperation in Djibouti talks, officials say
Europe|Political|World

Putin says it is our affair if Russia uses North Korean troops

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that it was Russia's business whether or not it decided to use North Korean troops and said that if Ukraine wanted to join NATO then Moscow

Putin says it is our affair if Russia uses North Korean troops
Election|Europe

Lithuania leftist opposition win election, eyes coalition

The opposition Social Democrats claimed victory in Lithuania's parliamentary election on Sunday, which was dominated by frustration with the cost of living and

Lithuania leftist opposition win election, eyes coalition
Political|US|World

Putin says Moscow will respond if West helps Ukraine to strike deep into Russia

President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia's defence ministry was working on different ways to respond if the United States and its NATO

Putin says Moscow will respond if West helps Ukraine to strike deep into Russia
Europe|Opinion|Political|US|World

Vance calls Russia an American adversary but won't label Moscow as an enemy

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance says Russia is a U.S. adversary but suggests it’s counterproductive to approach Moscow as an enemy

Vance calls Russia an American adversary but won't label Moscow as an enemy
Asia|US|World

South Korean delegation to brief NATO on North Korean troops for Russia, alliance says

A high-level delegation from South Korea will brief the North Atlantic Council about North Korea's troop deployment to Russia on Monday, NATO said on Sunday, after the U.S.

South Korean delegation to brief NATO on North Korean troops for Russia, alliance says
Political|World

'This reflects Russian weakness': Ret. Admiral on North Korean troops going to Ukraine

Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander Admiral James Stavridis (Ret.) speaks with CNN's Jessica Dean about North Korea sending troops to fight with Russians in Ukraine.

'This reflects Russian weakness': Ret. Admiral on North Korean troops going to Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says 'Ukraine plus Northern Europe' co-operation format gaining speed

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that cooperation within the 'Ukraine plus Northern Europe' format is gaining speed with more steps that can increase pressure on

Zelenskiy says 'Ukraine plus Northern Europe' co-operation format gaining speed
Europe|World

Lithuania election winner pledges at least 3.5% of GDP for defence

Lithuania's incoming Social Democratic government will target defence spending of at least 3.5% of its gross domestic product, the party's leader said on Monday.

Lithuania election winner pledges at least 3.5% of GDP for defence
Business|Finance|US|World

Norway buys US-made air defence missiles for over $360 million

Norway has agreed with U.S. authorities to buy air defence missiles for more than 4 billion Norwegian crowns ($363 million), the Norwegian military said on Monday.

Norway buys US-made air defence missiles for over $360 million
Asia|Europe|Political|World

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to likely fight against Ukraine, Pentagon says

Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh says North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to train and likely fight against Ukraine within “the next several weeks.”

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to likely fight against Ukraine, Pentagon says
Political|World

No new limits on Ukraine's use of US arms if North Korea joins Russia's fight, Pentagon says

The U.S. will not impose new limits on Ukraine's use of American weapons if North Korea joins Russia's war, the Pentagon said on Monday,

No new limits on Ukraine's use of US arms if North Korea joins Russia's fight, Pentagon says
Asia|World

South Korea's Yoon says North Korean troops' Ukraine war deployment may come sooner than expected

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Monday that the actual deployment of North Korean troops to the front lines of the war in Ukraine may come sooner than expected.

South Korea's Yoon says North Korean troops' Ukraine war deployment may come sooner than expected
Europe|World

Croatia to buy Leopard tanks from Germany in swap for Ukraine

Croatia will buy up to 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany in order to be able to replace Soviet-era tanks that it will in turn send to Ukraine, Croatia's defence minister said after

Croatia to buy Leopard tanks from Germany in swap for Ukraine
Political|US|World

No new limits on Ukraine's use of US weapons if N.Korea enters fight, Pentagon says

Ukraine would not see any new restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons against North Korean forces should they enter the fight against Ukrainian forces, the Pentagon said on

No new limits on Ukraine's use of US weapons if N.Korea enters fight, Pentagon says
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's foreign minister leaves for Russia amid troop dispatch

North Korea's foreign minister, Choe Son Hui, is on her way to Moscow, state media KCNA and Russian officials said on Tuesday, for her second trip to Russia in six weeks amid rising

North Korea's foreign minister leaves for Russia amid troop dispatch
Europe|Technology

Romania planning law to shoot down drones breaching airspace

Romania could shoot down drones illegally breaching its airspace, based on threat levels and risks to human life and property, a draft law published by the Defence Ministry

Europe|MidEast|World

Saudi Arabia is ready to mediate between Russia and Ukraine, TASS cites envoy as saying

Saudi Arabia is ready to act as a mediator between Russia and Ukraine, Russian state news agency TASS cited the Saudi ambassador to Moscow as saying on Tuesday.

Asia|Europe|Political|World

Finland warns Xi of 'provocation' by N Korea in Ukraine war

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said he told China's President Xi Jinping that North Korean activities with Russia were an escalation and

Finland warns Xi of 'provocation' by N Korea in Ukraine war
Europe|US|World

As US election nears, Europe worries over impact on Ukraine war and NATO

As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump enter the final days of their close-fought White House contest, Europe is jittery about the potential

As US election nears, Europe worries over impact on Ukraine war and NATO
US|World

US believes some N.Korean soldiers are in Russia's Kursk region, officials say

The United States assess that some North Korean soldiers are in Russia's Kursk region, two U.S. officials told Reuters on Tuesday, confirming an assessment made by NATO a day

Europe|Technology|World

Erdogan says Turkey aims to have "Steel Dome" air defence system

President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that Turkey aimed to have its own "Steel Dome" multi-layered air defence system soon, adding that Ankara would also increase its long-range

Erdogan says Turkey aims to have "Steel Dome" air defence system
Europe|World

Italy plans to spend 8.2 billion euros on new tanks, sources say

An Italian parliamentary committee approved on Tuesday a government plan worth some 8.2 billion euros ($8.86 billion) to buy new-generation tanks and revamp the army's ground forces,

Italy plans to spend 8.2 billion euros on new tanks, sources say
Election|Political|US

How Putin views the choice between Harris and Trump, and what the election means for Russia

The U.S. presidential election on Tuesday carries significant stakes for the Kremlin

How Putin views the choice between Harris and Trump, and what the election means for Russia
Economy|Political|US|World

Ukraine has received only 10% of latest approved aid from US, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine has received only 10% of U.S. military aid approved by Congress earlier this year, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a video released on Wednesday.

Ukraine has received only 10% of latest approved aid from US, Zelenskiy says
Economy|Political|World

Canada would have to double defense spending by 2032-33 to meet NATO target, watchdog says

Canada would have to double current defense spending by fiscal 2032-33 to achieve its stated goal of meeting NATO targets, an increase that could violate fiscal

Canada would have to double defense spending by 2032-33 to meet NATO target, watchdog says
Election|Europe

Lithuania's election-winning Social Democrats designate deputy leader as PM

Lithuania's opposition Social Democrats, the winners of Sunday's parliamentary election, have decided on deputy leader Gintautas Paluckas to be the Baltic

Lithuania's election-winning Social Democrats designate deputy leader as PM
Election|Europe|Political|US

America's European allies face challenging times, whoever wins the presidential election

The United States’ European allies are bracing for an America that’s less interested in them no matter who wins the presidential election — and for old traumas and new problems if Donald Trump returns to the White House

America's European allies face challenging times, whoever wins the presidential election
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Poland prepares for talks on buying over 100 HIMARS rocket launchers

Poland is preparing to start talks on ordering over 100 HIMARS rocket launchers under a framework agreement with U.S. arms maker Lockheed Martin

Poland prepares for talks on buying over 100 HIMARS rocket launchers
Europe|World

Germany's top diplomat is in Kyiv as Ukraine girds for impact of US election on the war

Germany’s top diplomat has arrived in the Ukrainian capital on an unannounced visit

Germany's top diplomat is in Kyiv as Ukraine girds for impact of US election on the war
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Stock Markets|US

In a Trump win, 'buy-the-dip' opportunity seen in European defence

A Donald Trump victory in the race for the White House is widely seen as bullish for European defence stocks, given his warnings to scale back U.S. military support

In a Trump win, 'buy-the-dip' opportunity seen in European defence
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Poland to spend $750 million to boost ammunition production

Poland plans to invest 3 billion zlotys ($750 million) to boost ammunition production, according to a bill published late on Monday, aiming to ensure it has sufficient supplies in

Poland to spend $750 million to boost ammunition production
Asia|World

NATO-type Southeast Asian security group not feasible, Philippines minister says

A security grouping in Southeast Asia similar to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is not possible at present given diverging interests and alliances in the region, the

NATO-type Southeast Asian security group not feasible, Philippines minister says
Europe|World

Exploding parcels in Europe part of plot to target US flights, officials say

Parcels that exploded at logistics depots in Europe were part of a test run for a Russian plot to trigger explosions on cargo

Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland indicts two men in connection with spying for Belarus

Polish prosecutors have indicted two men in a case concerning cooperation with Belarusian intelligence services, they said on Tuesday, one of a string of espionage cases in the NATO

Europe|Political|World

France's Macron reaffirms support for Ukraine in call with Zelenskiy

French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed his support for Ukraine and reiterated his condemnation of an escalation in Russia's attacks against the country in a phone call with

France's Macron reaffirms support for Ukraine in call with Zelenskiy
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine asks NATO for membership invite next week, letter shows

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has urged his NATO counterparts to issue an invitation to Kyiv at a meeting in Brussels next week to join the

Ukraine asks NATO for membership invite next week, letter shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

German defence minister seeks 4.7 billion euro deal to buy four submarines, sources say

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius wants to purchase four submarines in a deal worth more than 4.7 billion euros ($5 billion) that will require parliamentary spending committee

German defence minister seeks 4.7 billion euro deal to buy four submarines, sources say
Europe|Political|World

Germany offers re-deployment of Patriot air defence units to Poland

Germany has offered to re-deploy Patriot air defence systems to NATO ally Poland at the

Germany offers re-deployment of Patriot air defence units to Poland
Europe|Political|World

What the term ‘escalation’ gets wrong about Ukraine striking Russia

What the term ‘escalation’ gets wrong about Ukraine striking Russia

Political|US

NATO's Rutte congratulates Trump, says allies spending more on defence

NATO chief Mark Rutte congratulated Donald Trump on Wednesday for being elected president of the United States, and emphasised that members were increasing their military spending

NATO's Rutte congratulates Trump, says allies spending more on defence
Economy|Election|US

Trump victory to reverberate through global economy

Donald Trump's victory in the race to become the next U.S. president will have economic consequences for the rest of the world that are likely to be deep and

Trump victory to reverberate through global economy
Election|Political|US|World

On Ukraine's front and in Kyiv, hope and pragmatism compete when it comes to Trump's election

Soldiers in a Ukrainian artillery battery on the front lines of the country’s east were only vaguely aware of American election results pointing to Donald Trump’s victory

On Ukraine's front and in Kyiv, hope and pragmatism compete when it comes to Trump's election
Europe

Germany's cabinet approves draft law on voluntary military service

Germany's cabinet on Wednesday approved a draft law that would allow the army to gauge the readiness of the country's 18-year-olds to serve in the Bundeswehr as it looks to boost

Germany's cabinet approves draft law on voluntary military service
Business|US|World

Trump's US election win may bring NATO members' defense spending back into focus

NATO-member defense spending may come back into focus as former U.S. President Donald Trump returns to office.

Trump's US election win may bring NATO members' defense spending back into focus
Opinion|Political|World

Ukraine is forced to confront a brutal Trump reality that it hoped would never happen

Ukraine is forced to confront a brutal Trump reality that it hoped would never happen

Europe|Political|US|World

50 European leaders assess how Trump will affect their fortunes and seek a common stance on Russia

Around 50 European leaders have reassessed their trans-Atlantic relations at a special summit in Budapest, in the hope that Donald Trump's second U.S. presidency will avoid the strife and political pitfalls of his first

50 European leaders assess how Trump will affect their fortunes and seek a common stance on Russia
Europe|US|World

North Korea-Russia ties are also a threat to US security, NATO chief says

The strengthening ties between Russia and North Korea are not only a threat to European security, but also for the United States, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on

North Korea-Russia ties are also a threat to US security, NATO chief says
Election|US|World

Tusk says Poland will work on strengthening relations with US

Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Thursday Poland would work on strengthening its relations with the United States following Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election.

Tusk says Poland will work on strengthening relations with US
Economy|Europe|Finance

Italy calls for EU support to meet NATO spending target

Italy urged the European Union on Thursday to guarantee bond issuance needed to finance defence, saying a NATO spending target of at least 2% of

Italy calls for EU support to meet NATO spending target
Political|US|World

Russia's Putin says NATO is an anachronism

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday described NATO as a "blatant anachronism" which was needed by the United States in order to dominate its zone of influence.

Russia's Putin says NATO is an anachronism
Political|US|World

Zelenskiy says he is unaware of details of Trump plan to end war, bridles at ceasefire talk

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday he was not aware of any details of U.S.

Zelenskiy says he is unaware of details of Trump plan to end war, bridles at ceasefire talk
Europe|Political|World

Putin says Ukraine must remain neutral for there to be peace

President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Ukraine should remain neutral for there to be a chance for peace, adding that the borders of Ukraine should be in accordance

Putin says Ukraine must remain neutral for there to be peace
US|World

Turkey's Erdogan sees easy end to Ukraine war if Trump takes solution-based approach

War in Ukraine could end easily if the U.S. administration under Donald Trump takes a solution-based approach, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan was quoted as saying on Friday.

Turkey's Erdogan sees easy end to Ukraine war if Trump takes solution-based approach
Europe|World

Greece, Turkey to keep talking on maritime boundaries agenda, ministers say

Greece and Turkey still disagree on the extent of issues needing to be tackled over the designation of their maritime boundaries but talks will continue, the Greek

Greece, Turkey to keep talking on maritime boundaries agenda, ministers say
Europe|Political|World

Italy PM urges EU to focus on itself after Trump's victory

The EU must focus on setting its own house in order, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Friday, citing tariffs, competitiveness and defence as the most pressing issues

Italy PM urges EU to focus on itself after Trump's victory
Americas|Political|US|World

Erdogan's 'friend' Trump played role in strained Turkey-U.S. ties

President Tayyip Erdogan called Donald Trump a "friend" in welcoming his return to the White House, and invited him for a visit despite longstanding strains in Turkish-U.S. ties including

Erdogan's 'friend' Trump played role in strained Turkey-U.S. ties
Business|Europe|Finance

Poland signs deal for delivery of vehicles to support missile launchers

Poland signed a 1.3 billion zloty ($323.19 million) contract to purchase domestically produced accompanying vehicles for WR-40 Langusta multiple rocket launchers, Defence Minister

Poland signs deal for delivery of vehicles to support missile launchers
Political|World

North Korean deployment is 'dangerous expansion' of support for Russia's Ukraine war, NATO says

NATO members said on Friday that the deployment of North Korean troops is a "dangerous expansion" of the country's support for Russia's war against Ukraine.

Europe|World

Polish PM to meet French, UK, NATO leaders to discuss Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will meet France's president, Britain's prime minister, the head of NATO, and leaders of Nordic and Baltic states soon to discuss transatlantic

Polish PM to meet French, UK, NATO leaders to discuss Ukraine
US|World

Trump in phone call advised Putin not to escalate in Ukraine - Washington Post

U.S.

Trump in phone call advised Putin not to escalate in Ukraine - Washington Post
Europe|Political|US|World

UK defence minister: We expect Trump to remain committed to Ukraine and NATO

British defence minister John Healey said on Monday he expected the incoming Donald Trump administration to remain committed to NATO and to Ukraine in its conflict against Russia

UK defence minister: We expect Trump to remain committed to Ukraine and NATO
Europe|Political|World

Don't prejudge Trump over Ukraine, France says

Ukraine's allies must not prejudge how Donald Trump will handle the war there, France's foreign minister said on Monday, as French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister

Don't prejudge Trump over Ukraine, France says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Turkey pressing U.S. to rethink Kurdish alliance in Syria

Turkey is pressing the United States to reconsider its support for Kurdish militants in Syria, according to comments by its leaders including President Tayyip Erdogan, who has again

Turkey pressing U.S. to rethink Kurdish alliance in Syria
Business|Europe

Embraer plans defense office in Europe as C-390 sales pick up

Brazilian planemaker Embraer's defense unit is planning to open an office in Europe, as sales of its C-390 Millennium military cargo aircraft gain pace in the region.

Embraer plans defense office in Europe as C-390 sales pick up
Europe|Political|World

Finland dismisses 'Finlandisation' model for Ukraine

Forcing neutrality onto Ukraine will not bring about a peaceful solution to the crisis with Russia, Finland's foreign minister said on Monday, adding

Finland dismisses 'Finlandisation' model for Ukraine
Election|Europe|US|World

Greek PM Mitsotakis speaks with Trump, invites him to Greece

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis spoke on Monday with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, congratulating him on his election victory and inviting him to visit Greece.

Greek PM Mitsotakis speaks with Trump, invites him to Greece
Europe|Political|US

Blinken heads to Brussels as European diplomats brace for four more years of Trump

Blinken heads to Brussels as European diplomats brace for four more years of Trump

Blinken heads to Brussels as European diplomats brace for four more years of Trump
Europe|Political|US|World

Blinken heads to Europe for Ukraine talks ahead of Trump return

The outgoing Biden administration's top diplomat, Antony Blinken, heads to Brussels on Tuesday for talks with European allies concerned that President-elect

Blinken heads to Europe for Ukraine talks ahead of Trump return
Europe|US|World

Isolationism has never worked for America, EU's Kallas says

Kaja Kallas, the European Union's incoming foreign policy chief, cautioned on Tuesday against making assumptions about what U.S.

Isolationism has never worked for America, EU's Kallas says
Election|Europe|Political|US

Blinken is heading to Europe for urgent talks on Ukraine after Trump's election

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading to Europe for urgent meetings on Ukraine with NATO and European Union officials following last week’s U.S. presidential election and the return of Donald Trump to the White House in January

Blinken is heading to Europe for urgent talks on Ukraine after Trump's election
Europe|World

NATO's Rutte calls for more Western support for Ukraine, warns of Russian alliances

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte called on Western allies to provide further support to Ukraine “to change the trajectory of the conflict.”

NATO's Rutte calls for more Western support for Ukraine, warns of Russian alliances
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NATO chief warns of threat from Russian ties with China, Iran, North Korea

Russia's growing economic and military cooperation with China, North Korea and Iran is threatening Europe, the Indo-Pacific and North America, NATO Secretary General

NATO chief warns of threat from Russian ties with China, Iran, North Korea
US|World

Kyiv 'cautiously optimistic' after discussing deep strikes in Russia with US

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Wednesday he was "cautiously optimistic" after discussing with U.S.

Kyiv 'cautiously optimistic' after discussing deep strikes in Russia with US
Election|Political

'Never heard of him:' surprise and questions greet Trump's defense secretary pick

President-elect Donald Trump's selection of Pete Hegseth as U.S. defense secretary was met on Wednesday with surprise at the

'Never heard of him:' surprise and questions greet Trump's defense secretary pick
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BRICS offered Turkey partner country status, Turkish trade minister says

Turkey was offered partner country status by the BRICS group of nations, Trade Minister Omer Bolat said, as Ankara continues what it calls its efforts to balance its Eastern and

BRICS offered Turkey partner country status, Turkish trade minister says
Europe|Technology|World

Hungary's defence procurement agency hacked, government says

Foreign hackers broke into the IT systems of a Hungarian government agency responsible for defence procurement but no sensitive data about Hungary's military have been compromised

Economy|Political|World

Greece in talks with Israel to develop 2 billion euro 'Iron Dome'

Greece is in talks with Israel to develop a 2 billion euro ($2.11 billion) anti-aircraft and missile defence dome, part of a wider push to modernise its armed

Greece in talks with Israel to develop 2 billion euro 'Iron Dome'
Europe|Political|US

Germany needs to step up its role in defence as U.S. may do less in Europe, minister says

Germany needs to step up its role in defence if the U.S. is to focus less on Europe, defence minister Boris Pistorius said on Thursday, adding it will take a modification of the

Germany needs to step up its role in defence as U.S. may do less in Europe, minister says
Europe|Science|Technology

Poland boosts drone purchases, to start unmanned aircraft inspectorate in January

Poland has ordered 52 FlyEye surveillance drones in a contract worth 100 million zlotys ($24.49 million), its defence minister said on Friday, adding that a drone military

Poland boosts drone purchases, to start unmanned aircraft inspectorate in January
Europe|World

Russia pounds Ukraine's power grid in 'massive' air strike

Russia unleashed its largest air strike on Ukraine in almost three months on Sunday, launching 120 missiles and 90 drones that killed at least seven

Russia pounds Ukraine's power grid in 'massive' air strike
World

Hamas political office has not moved to Turkey from Qatar, Turkish source says

A Turkish diplomatic source dismissed on Monday reports that Hamas had moved its political office to Turkey from Qatar, adding that members of the Palestinian militant group only

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Rheinmetall aims for 20 billion euros in sales in 2027

Rheinmetall aims for 20 billion euros ($21.08 billion) in sales for 2027, boosted by increased defence spending by EU and NATO country leaders in response to the Ukraine war, the

Rheinmetall aims for 20 billion euros in sales in 2027
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU nations team up to develop air defence, other weapons

Groups of European countries agreed on Tuesday to work together to develop missile defence, electronic warfare and other military assets as part of a drive to foster closer

EU nations team up to develop air defence, other weapons
Europe|US|World

Poland hails opening of US missile base as sign of its security

The United States opened a new air defence base in northern Poland on Wednesday, an event the European nation's president said

Poland hails opening of US missile base as sign of its security
Europe|US

Blinken, in Brussels, pledges to shore up Ukraine support ahead of Trump transition

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Blinken, in Brussels, pledges to shore up Ukraine support ahead of Trump transition
Europe|World

Zelenskiy addresses parliament as Ukraine marks 1,000 days of Russian invasion

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy addressed Ukraine's parliament on Tuesday in a speech marking 1,000 days since Russia's full-scale invasion.

Zelenskiy addresses parliament as Ukraine marks 1,000 days of Russian invasion
Europe|Political|World

Russian spy chief says NATO aid for Ukraine missile strikes will be punished

Russia will retaliate against NATO countries that facilitate long-range missile strikes against Russian territory by Ukraine, foreign intelligence chief Sergei Naryshkin said in an

Russian spy chief says NATO aid for Ukraine missile strikes will be punished
Political|US

Putin's spy chief warns West against direct military conflict with Russia

President Vladimir Putin's spy chief warned the West on Wednesday that it risked disastrous consequences if the United States

Putin's spy chief warns West against direct military conflict with Russia
Europe|Political|US

Trump picks former acting AG Matthew Whitaker as nominee for NATO ambassador

President-elect Donald Trump chose lawyer Matthew Whitaker on Wednesday to be U.S. ambassador to NATO, selecting a loyalist with little foreign

Trump picks former acting AG Matthew Whitaker as nominee for NATO ambassador
Europe|Political|World

Hungary to install air defence system near Ukraine border

Hungary is going to install an air defence system in the northeastern part of the country as the threat of an escalation of the Ukraine-Russia war is "greater than ever", its

Hungary to install air defence system near Ukraine border
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Russia says new US base in Poland raises overall nuclear danger

Russia said on Thursday that a new U.S. ballistic missile defence base in northern Poland will lead to an increase in the overall level of nuclear danger, but Warsaw said "

Russia says new US base in Poland raises overall nuclear danger
Election|Europe

Who are the main contenders in Romania's presidential election?

Romanians vote in the first round of a presidential election on Sunday, with the second round due to be held on Dec. 8. A parliamentary ballot is also set for Dec.

Who are the main contenders in Romania's presidential election?
Europe|Political|World

Poland's Tusk says threat of global conflict is real

Recent events show that there is a real risk of a global conflict breaking out, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday, after Russia fired a hypersonic intermediate-range

Poland's Tusk says threat of global conflict is real
US|World

NATO's Rutte visiting U.S. President-elect Trump, De Telegraaf reports

NATO chief Mark Rutte is visiting U.S. President-elect Donald Trump at his residence in Florida, Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf reported on Friday, citing sources.

NATO's Rutte visiting U.S. President-elect Trump, De Telegraaf reports
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NATO boss Rutte held talks with Trump in Florida, alliance says

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, a spokesperson for the transatlantic military alliance said on Saturday.

NATO boss Rutte held talks with Trump in Florida, alliance says
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Canada's Trudeau condemns violent protests as NATO meets in Montreal

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday condemned violence and antisemitism at anti-NATO and pro-Palestinian protests in downtown Montreal on Friday night, where

Canada's Trudeau condemns violent protests as NATO meets in Montreal
Europe|World

Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Ukraine war with NATO chief

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan will discuss the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Monday during his visit to Ankara, a

Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Ukraine war with NATO chief
Election|Europe|World

Who is Romania's surprise hard-right presidential candidate?

Calin Georgescu, a Romanian hard-right NATO critic, appeared in a dead heat with leftist Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu after the first round of presidential elections on

Who is Romania's surprise hard-right presidential candidate?
Europe|World

Russia's army bigger than two years ago but quality has decreased, says NATO official

Russia's land forces are bigger now than at the time of Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 but their quality has decreased since, a NATO top military

Russia's army bigger than two years ago but quality has decreased, says NATO official
Europe

Focused on domestic defence, Germany works on expanded civilian shelter proposal

Germany is currently working on a proposal to expand the number of shelters available for civilians by looking at public and private facilities that could be converted if necessary,

Focused on domestic defence, Germany works on expanded civilian shelter proposal
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia will not intimidate us with cyberthreats, UK minister tells NATO

Britain and its allies will not be intimidated by Russian cyberthreats into stopping supporting Ukraine, British cabinet office minister Pat McFadden said on

Russia will not intimidate us with cyberthreats, UK minister tells NATO
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Top NATO official calls on business leaders to prepare for 'wartime scenario'

A top NATO military official on Monday urged businesses to be prepared for a wartime scenario and adjust their production and distribution lines accordingly, in order to be less

Top NATO official calls on business leaders to prepare for 'wartime scenario'
World

Trump's foreign policy: rethink NATO, troops to Mexico, end Ukraine war

Republican President-elect Donald Trump says he plans to fundamentally alter the U.S. relationship with NATO during his second four-year term and rapidly bring the war in

Trump's foreign policy: rethink NATO, troops to Mexico, end Ukraine war
Election|Europe|Political|US

Some exult, others worry: Reactions to Trump's victory are mixed on NATO's eastern flank

Conservative lawmakers in the Polish parliament exulted at Donald Trump’s victory

Some exult, others worry: Reactions to Trump's victory are mixed on NATO's eastern flank
Opinion|Political

How different a commander in chief will Trump be?

How different a commander in chief will Trump be?

Europe|Health|World

Stockpile diapers, medication, baby food: NATO members Sweden and Finland advise citizens on how to survive war

Stockpile diapers, medication, baby food: NATO members Sweden and Finland advise citizens on how to survive war

Stockpile diapers, medication, baby food: NATO members Sweden and Finland advise citizens on how to survive war
Europe|Political|US|World

Hungarian official criticizes Biden decision allowing Ukraine to use US weapons to strike Russia

Hungary’s foreign minister is criticizing U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to authorize Ukraine to use missiles supplied by Washington to strike deeper inside Russia

Hungarian official criticizes Biden decision allowing Ukraine to use US weapons to strike Russia
Europe|Political|World

The Kremlin has revised its nuclear policy. Does that make the use of atomic weapons more likely?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a revamped version of his country's nuclear doctrine that lowers the bar on when he could use Moscow’s atomic arsenal

The Kremlin has revised its nuclear policy. Does that make the use of atomic weapons more likely?
Europe|Political|World

Trump chooses former acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker as NATO ambassador

President-elect Donald Trump says he's chosen former acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker to serve as U.S. ambassador to NATO

Trump chooses former acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker as NATO ambassador
Political|US|World

Trump announces Matthew Whitaker as his pick to be US ambassador to NATO

Trump announces Matthew Whitaker as his pick to be US ambassador to NATO

Trump announces Matthew Whitaker as his pick to be US ambassador to NATO
Europe|Political|US

What to know about Matthew Whitaker, Trump’s pick to be America's ambassador to NATO

Donald Trump has tapped former acting attorney general Matthew Whitaker as U.S. ambassador to NATO, set to make him the nation’s representative to a bedrock Western alliance that the president-elect has repeatedly relished criticizing

What to know about Matthew Whitaker, Trump’s pick to be America's ambassador to NATO
Asia|Europe|World

Putin touts Russia's new missile and delivers a menacing warning to NATO

The new ballistic missile fired by Russia struck a military-industrial facility in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro, but its real mission was delivering a deadly new message to NATO

Putin touts Russia's new missile and delivers a menacing warning to NATO
Europe|World

Nordic, Baltic countries and Poland to increase support, ammunition to Ukraine

Nordic and Baltic states and Poland said on Wednesday they would in the coming months step up support for Ukraine, including to the country's defence industry, and invest

Election|Europe|Political

Romanian watchdog calls for TikTok suspension over election fears

A senior official at Romania's telecoms regulator called on Wednesday for TikTok to be suspended pending an investigation into the platform's

Romanian watchdog calls for TikTok suspension over election fears
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Russia says Trump Ukraine aid cut would be 'death sentence' for Kyiv's military

Russia's deputy U.N. ambassador said on Wednesday any decision by President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration to cut support for Ukraine would be a "death

Russia says Trump Ukraine aid cut would be 'death sentence' for Kyiv's military
Europe|Political|World

Russian acts of sabotage may lead to NATO invoking Article 5, says German intel chief

Russia's acts of sabotage against Western targets may eventually prompt NATO to consider invoking the alliance's Article 5 mutual defence clause, the head of Germany's foreign

Russian acts of sabotage may lead to NATO invoking Article 5, says German intel chief
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO head and Trump meet in Florida for talks on global security

NATO says its leader and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump have met for talks on global security

NATO head and Trump meet in Florida for talks on global security
Election|Europe

Far-right populist surprises in Romanian presidential election appearing set to enter runoff

Electoral data shows a far-right populist leads in Romania’s presidential election and will likely face leftist Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu in a runoff in two weeks

Far-right populist surprises in Romanian presidential election appearing set to enter runoff
Election|Europe|World

A far-right populist shocks Romania by heading into the presidential runoff

Romania is reeling after a little-known, far-right populist secured the first round in the presidential election

A far-right populist shocks Romania by heading into the presidential runoff
Europe|Political|World

Greece calls for increased EU defence role, cooperation with NATO

The European Union needs to boost its defence role and arms industry and improve cooperation with NATO, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Tuesday after talks with the

Greece calls for increased EU defence role, cooperation with NATO
US

US bombers intercepted by Russian jets near Kaliningrad on Monday

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NATO reaffirms support for Ukraine following Russian ballistic missile launch

NATO members on Tuesday reaffirmed their support for Ukraine during talks with the country's officials held in response to Russia's launch of an experimental intermediate-range

NATO reaffirms support for Ukraine following Russian ballistic missile launch
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Turkey scales down $23 billion F-16 jet deal with US, minister says

Turkey has reduced its planned $23 billion acquisition of an F-16 fighter jet package from the United States, scrapping the purchase of 79 modernisation kits for its existing fleet,

Turkey scales down $23 billion F-16 jet deal with US, minister says
Europe|World

Polish PM to urge 'navy policing' in Baltic Sea on visit to Sweden

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday that he would urge Baltic and Nordic countries to take joint action regarding security of Baltic Sea waters during a two-day trip

Polish PM to urge 'navy policing' in Baltic Sea on visit to Sweden
Business|Europe|Technology

Kosovo to build ammunition factory, drone lab to support defence industry

Kosovo plans to build its first state-owned ammunition factory and drone design lab, to prop up the country's defence industry, Prime Minister Albin Kurti said on Wednesday at a

Kosovo to build ammunition factory, drone lab to support defence industry
Europe

Romanian Liberals back centrist presidential candidate after hard-right surge

A member of Romania's coalition government threw its weight behind the centrist candidate in a presidential election run-off late on Monday, as the NATO member braces for a ballot

Romanian Liberals back centrist presidential candidate after hard-right surge