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Portugal wary of Trump's NATO policy in pick of fighter jets

Portugal could replace its ageing American-made F-16 fighter jets with European jets rather than F-35s following U.S.

Portugal wary of Trump's NATO policy in pick of fighter jets
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Europe's military personnel shortfalls exposed as Trump warns US security priorities lie elsewhere

The Trump administration’s warning last month that Europe must now take care of security in its own backyard raises troubling questions

Europe's military personnel shortfalls exposed as Trump warns US security priorities lie elsewhere
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Greenland’s prime minister summons party leaders after Trump doubles down on annexation

Greenland’s prime minister summons party leaders after Trump doubles down on annexation

Greenland’s prime minister summons party leaders after Trump doubles down on annexation
Economy|Europe|Political|US

The Latest: Schumer backs GOP funding bill, unwilling to risk government shutdown

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has relented rather than risk a government shutdown

The Latest: Schumer backs GOP funding bill, unwilling to risk government shutdown
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO secretary-general tells Trump he's motivating alliance members to spend more on defense

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is praising President Donald Trump for motivating fellow transatlantic alliance members to step up defense spending and getting Russia to the negotiating table for talks about its grinding war against Ukraine

NATO secretary-general tells Trump he's motivating alliance members to spend more on defense
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he hopes Russia will do the right thing on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that his special envoy Steve Witkoff is in serious discussions with Russia about ending the war in Ukraine.

Trump says he hopes Russia will do the right thing on Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

EU countries should suggest flagship European defence projects -Commission draft paper

The European Commission will invite EU countries to swiftly agree on their most pressing defence needs with a view to launching "large-scale pan-European flagship

EU countries should suggest flagship European defence projects -Commission draft paper
Europe|Political|World

Poland's president urges U.S. to move nuclear warheads to Polish territory, FT reports

Poland's president has called on the U.S. to transfer nuclear weapons to its territory as a deterrent against future Russian aggression, the Financial Times reported on Thursday.

Poland's president urges U.S. to move nuclear warheads to Polish territory, FT reports
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say

Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with Washington,

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say
Europe|Political|World

President Duda calls on US to place nuclear weapons in Poland

Poland’s President Andrzej Duda has again called on the United States to deploy nuclear weapons to Poland as a deterrent to Russia

President Duda calls on US to place nuclear weapons in Poland
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey could be a vital partner as Europe, Ukraine seek new security framework

Turkey has emerged as a key potential partner in restructuring European security, diplomats and analysts say, as Europe scrambles to bolster its defence and find

Turkey could be a vital partner as Europe, Ukraine seek new security framework
Europe|Political|World

EU needs joint approach to defence procurement, Germany's Pistorius says

Europe needs a much more unified approach regarding the procurement of military equipment, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Wednesday, adding that

EU needs joint approach to defence procurement, Germany's Pistorius says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Polish PM urges Turkey to play key role in Ukraine peace process

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he urged Turkey to play a key role in any peace process for Ukraine during talks with President Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on Wednesday.

Polish PM urges Turkey to play key role in Ukraine peace process
Europe|Political|World

Prince William to visit UK troops in Estonia next week

Prince William will travel to Estonia next week to visit British troops involved in NATO operations there as part of the UK's drive to show solidarity with its allies and highlight

Prince William to visit UK troops in Estonia next week
Americas|Europe|Political|World

In rare meeting without U.S. ally, Western army chiefs meet to show Ukraine unity

More than 30 army chiefs among Washington's closest allies met in Paris on Tuesday without their U.S. counterparts, seeking to take on more

In rare meeting without U.S. ally, Western army chiefs meet to show Ukraine unity
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte urges Kosovo and Serbia to speed up dialogue, normalise ties

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Tuesday the alliance is committed to its peacemaking mission in Kosovo and urged political leaders in Belgrade and Pristina to speed up

NATO's Rutte urges Kosovo and Serbia to speed up dialogue, normalise ties
Europe|Political|US|World

US, British commanders show unity after Trump uncertainties

U.S. and British commanders said on Tuesday joint military exercises were vital for providing Europe with a deterrent to Russia, a show of unity after

US, British commanders show unity after Trump uncertainties
Economy|Europe|Political

Report says German military is ageing and shrinking as parties seek funding

Germany's military is ageing and shrinking, the parliamentary commissioner for the armed forces warned on Tuesday, against the backdrop of a bid to overhaul borrowing rules to

Report says German military is ageing and shrinking as parties seek funding
Economy|Election|Europe|Political

Jens Stoltenberg's shock return to Norway politics upends polls before election

After Jens Stoltenberg answered questions in a routine session in Norway's parliament, the buzz outside the chamber was anything but normal.

Jens Stoltenberg's shock return to Norway politics upends polls before election
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte tells Bosnian leaders to 'take responsibility' amid crisis

NATO will not let a security vacuum develop in Bosnia and Herzegovina at this time of crisis but political leaders should work together to resolve problems,

NATO's Rutte tells Bosnian leaders to 'take responsibility' amid crisis
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief vows 'unwavering' support for Bosnia's integrity after Serb separatist actions

NATO’s secretary general on Monday pledged the military alliance’s “unwavering” support for Bosnia’s territorial integrity after a series of Bosnian Serb separatist moves raised tensions nearly 30 years after the end of a bloody war

NATO chief vows 'unwavering' support for Bosnia's integrity after Serb separatist actions
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

America is the world’s biggest arms exporter. Europe should know

America is the world’s biggest arms exporter. Europe should know

America is the world’s biggest arms exporter. Europe should know
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Higher European defence budgets a first step, production needed, NATO's Rutte says

Higher European defence budgets and a ramp-up of production by military equipment industries are necessary to secure Europe, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said in a German

Higher European defence budgets a first step, production needed, NATO's Rutte says
Europe|Political|World

Poland mulls enshrining defence spending, plans army training for all men

Poland's President Andrzej Duda proposed enshrining defence spending of at least 4% of GDP in the constitution on Friday, while the government backed giving military training to all

Poland mulls enshrining defence spending, plans army training for all men
Europe|Political|World

Kyiv seeks more information about Meloni proposal for security guarantees

Kyiv said on Friday it was asking Italy for more information about a proposal by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to extend NATO's mutual defence umbrella to Ukraine without offering it

Kyiv seeks more information about Meloni proposal for security guarantees
Europe|Political|US|World

European leaders downplay skepticism from Trump about NATO solidarity

European Union leaders on Friday downplayed skepticism from U.S. President Donald Trump about solidarity among NATO members

European leaders downplay skepticism from Trump about NATO solidarity
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know
Europe|Political|World

EU leaders agree on defence surge, support Zelenskiy after US aid freeze

European leaders on Thursday backed plans to spend more on defence and continue to stand by Ukraine in a world upended by Donald Trump's

EU leaders agree on defence surge, support Zelenskiy after US aid freeze
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump: If NATO members don't pay, US won't defend them

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Trump: If NATO members don't pay, US won't defend them
Political|US|World

Trump casts doubt on NATO solidarity, despite it aiding the US after Sept. 11

President Donald Trump is expressing uncertainty that NATO would come to the United States' defense if the country were attacked

Trump casts doubt on NATO solidarity, despite it aiding the US after Sept. 11
Europe|Political|World

How realistic is France's offer to extend its nuclear umbrella?

President Emmanuel Macron has said he will launch a strategic dialogue on extending the protection offered by France's nuclear arsenal to its European partners.

How realistic is France's offer to extend its nuclear umbrella?
Europe|Political|World

France to consider protecting European allies with its nuclear arsenal, Macron says

France to consider protecting European allies with its nuclear arsenal, Macron says

France to consider protecting European allies with its nuclear arsenal, Macron says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey ready to send troops to Ukraine if necessary, source says

Turkey, with the second largest army in NATO after the United States, could contribute to a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, a Turkish defence ministry source said on

Turkey ready to send troops to Ukraine if necessary, source says
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Franco-British plan is bid to buy time for Ukraine

Russia said on Thursday that a French and British peace initiative on Ukraine was a bid to buy time for Kyiv and prevent its military collapse.

Russia says Franco-British plan is bid to buy time for Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin blasts 'confrontational' Macron speech on Russian threat, nuclear weapons

The Kremlin on Thursday condemned what it called a highly confrontational speech by French President Emmanuel Macron in which he called Russia a threat to Europe and said Paris

Kremlin blasts 'confrontational' Macron speech on Russian threat, nuclear weapons
Europe|Political|World

Swedish government proposes to contribute fighter jets to NATO in Poland

NATO's newest member Sweden plans to contribute up to eight Jas Gripen fighter jets to the defence alliance's air policing in Poland, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard said

Swedish government proposes to contribute fighter jets to NATO in Poland
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to meet Rutte, participate in European Council on Thursday, spokesman says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy plans to participate in the European Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday, his spokesman said.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to meet Rutte, participate in European Council on Thursday, spokesman says
Economy|Europe|Political

Czech Republic to lift defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, PM says

The Czech government has decided to gradually raise its defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product by 2030, from around 2% now, Prime Minister Petr Fiala said on Wednesday.

Czech Republic to lift defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, PM says
Europe|Political|Technology|World

NATO armies unprepared for drone wars, Ukraine commander warns

NATO armed forces are not ready for a modern drone war, the military commander in charge of Ukraine's unmanned systems warned, three years into a conflict with Russia in

NATO armies unprepared for drone wars, Ukraine commander warns
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

French fiscal woes crimp Macron's defence spending plans

President Emmanuel Macron wants to build up French defence spending as Washington threatens to pull its European security guarantee, but funding those plans as his

French fiscal woes crimp Macron's defence spending plans
Business|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

"Beyond fundamentals": is Europe's arms race priced in?

Europe's rush to boost funding for military spending has sent defence stocks on a tear, though investors are now wondering how much more

"Beyond fundamentals": is Europe's arms race priced in?
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's NATO nominee pledges to strengthen alliance despite Russian pivot

Donald Trump's nominee to be U.S. ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, pledged on Tuesday to strengthen NATO and said the Republican

Trump's NATO nominee pledges to strengthen alliance despite Russian pivot
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's pick as NATO ambassador says US commitment to the alliance is 'ironclad'

President Donald Trump’s pick as NATO ambassador is reassuring senators at his confirmation hearing that the Trump administration’s commitment to the military alliance is “ironclad.”

Trump's pick as NATO ambassador says US commitment to the alliance is 'ironclad'
Europe|Political|World

Macron to discuss nuclear deterrence with European allies. A look at France's unique strategy

French President Emmanuel Macron says he’s ready to start discussions on nuclear deterrence with European allies

Macron to discuss nuclear deterrence with European allies. A look at France's unique strategy
Europe|Political|US|World

Finland's intelligence service says it is closely watching US position on Russia

Finland's security and intelligence service Supo is closely watching how U.S. intelligence positions itself towards Russia under the Trump administration, Supo's chief said on

Finland's intelligence service says it is closely watching US position on Russia
Economy|Europe|Political

Belgium aims to increase defence spending to 2% of GDP this year

The Belgian government aims to accelerate defence spending by 4 billion euros ($4.2 billion) in the coming months, the Belgian defence ministry said on Tuesday, confirming a report

Belgium aims to increase defence spending to 2% of GDP this year
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio, Czech counterpart discuss Ukraine after Trump-Zelenskiy clash

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Rubio, Czech counterpart discuss Ukraine after Trump-Zelenskiy clash
Europe|Political|US|World

Starmer and Macron step up to shape European security as Trump roils relations

The leaders of Britain and France are spearheading a desperate diplomatic drive to shore up Europe’s security, bolster Ukraine’s defenses and ensure the Trump administration doesn’t seek a ceasefire on terms that reward Moscow for invading its neighbor

Starmer and Macron step up to shape European security as Trump roils relations
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe keeps trying with Trump on Ukraine and security despite Zelenskiy clash

Even as they have rallied to Volodymyr Zelenskiy's side after his Oval Office clash with Donald Trump, European leaders' approach to the war in

Europe keeps trying with Trump on Ukraine and security despite Zelenskiy clash
Europe|Political|US|World

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy

5 key takeaways from a frenetic weekend of Ukraine diplomacy
Europe|Political|US|World

The Latest: Britain's Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself as world leaders met in London to discuss working together to stop Russia’s war in Ukraine

The Latest: Britain's Starmer says Europe must take responsibility for defending itself
Europe|Political|World

European leaders privately set out plans on defence spending, says NATO's Rutte

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that some European leaders had privately set out new plans on defence spending during a meeting in London, but he declined to give details,

European leaders privately set out plans on defence spending, says NATO's Rutte
Europe|Political|US|World

France's Macron urges calm after Trump and Zelenskiy clash

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S.

France's Macron urges calm after Trump and Zelenskiy clash
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO's Rutte urges Zelenskiy to mend his relationship with Trump

NATO chief Mark Rutte said on Saturday he told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that he needs to find a way to restore his relationship with U.S.

NATO's Rutte urges Zelenskiy to mend his relationship with Trump
Europe|Political|US|World

Western allies rally around Zelensky after Trump spat deepens rift with Europe

Western allies rally around Zelensky after Trump spat deepens rift with Europe

Western allies rally around Zelensky after Trump spat deepens rift with Europe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romanian defence spending could reach 3% of GDP in 1-2 years, president says

Romania's defence spending could reach 3% of GDP in stages in one to two years, interim President Ilie Bolojan said on Friday, signalling a further rise in its target as U.S.

Romanian defence spending could reach 3% of GDP in 1-2 years, president says
Europe|Political|US|World

Latvia FM: Putin will try to achieve in peace talks what he couldn't in Ukraine war — weaken the US

Latvia’s foreign minister is warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin will try to achieve in peace talks what he hasn’t been able to accomplish in his war against Ukraine — weaken the United States and restore control over his smaller neighbor

Latvia FM: Putin will try to achieve in peace talks what he couldn't in Ukraine war — weaken the US
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Pro-Russia Romanian presidential candidate questioned by prosecutors, his team says

Pro-Russia Romanian presidential candidate questioned by prosecutors, his team says

Pro-Russia Romanian presidential candidate questioned by prosecutors, his team says
Europe|Political|US|World

After Trump comments, Kremlin reaffirms opposition to European peacekeepers in Ukraine

The Kremlin, asked about an assertion by U.S.

After Trump comments, Kremlin reaffirms opposition to European peacekeepers in Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

UK's Starmer boosts defence spending on eve of Washington trip

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Tuesday he would increase annual defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and target a 3% level last seen

UK's Starmer boosts defence spending on eve of Washington trip
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Starmer commits to raise UK defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the U.K. will raise defense spending to 2.5% of gross domestic product by 2027

Starmer commits to raise UK defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027
Europe|Political|US|World

Finnish President to Trump: If Putin wins in Ukraine, the US loses

The United States will lose if Russia wins its war in Ukraine, Finland's president said on Monday, as fears mount in Europe about President Donald Trump's intentions

Finnish President to Trump: If Putin wins in Ukraine, the US loses
Americas|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Ukraine marks third anniversary of war as US shifts its policy under Trump

A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada are in Ukraine to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion and discuss support with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The Latest: Ukraine marks third anniversary of war as US shifts its policy under Trump
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington to urge Trump not to abandon Ukraine

The leaders of France and Britain are making tag-team visits to Washington this week

The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington to urge Trump not to abandon Ukraine
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'

Germany's likely next Chancellor Friedrich Merz questioned on Sunday whether NATO would remain in its "current form" by June in light of comments by U.S.

Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he is willing to quit presidency if it means peace in Ukraine

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he was willing to give up his position if it meant peace in Ukraine, adding

Zelenskiy says he is willing to quit presidency if it means peace in Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says his country will decide whether Ukraine joins the European Union

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says
Europe|Political|World

NATO plans to extend fuel pipeline eastwards, report says

NATO is planning to build a pipeline system from Germany to Poland and the Czech Republic to ensure a rapid supply of jet fuel for fighter aircraft in the event of a war with Russia

NATO plans to extend fuel pipeline eastwards, report says
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio says he discussed with Poland the 'need' for NATO allies to raise spending

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Rubio says he discussed with Poland the 'need' for NATO allies to raise spending
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

Speed up defence output by 'militarizing civilian ships', Kongsberg suggests

Adapting civilian platforms for military use can speed up defence production while increasing standardization, the CEO of Norway's Kongsberg Gruppen said, as

Speed up defence output by 'militarizing civilian ships', Kongsberg suggests
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europe can afford to defend itself without US but needs more coordination, study says

Europe needs to spend around 250 billion euros ($261.6 billion) annually in defence investments to secure itself without U.S. support, a sum the bloc could bear given its economic

Europe can afford to defend itself without US but needs more coordination, study says
Europe|Political|US|World

Macron's message to Trump: 'You can’t be weak in the face of Putin'

French President Emmanuel Macron says he intends to tell U

Macron's message to Trump: 'You can’t be weak in the face of Putin'
Europe|Political|World

European troops, US support are part of an emerging plan for Ukraine. But it faces many hurdles

Political and military leaders in Europe are fleshing out details of a plan for European forces to help ensure Moscow does not attack Ukraine again once the guns fall silent

European troops, US support are part of an emerging plan for Ukraine. But it faces many hurdles
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Germany's chancellor frontrunner Merz says US could slide into populist instability

Germany's conservative leader Friedrich Merz said on Thursday the U.S. was at risk of sliding into longer-term authoritarian instability, casting doubt on Washington's presence for

Germany's chancellor frontrunner Merz says US could slide into populist instability
Political|US|World

How allies have helped the US gain independence, defend freedom and keep the peace – even as the US did the same for our friends

Why should a country want or need allies? President Donald Trump and his followers seem to disdain the idea. So did George Washington.

How allies have helped the US gain independence, defend freedom and keep the peace – even as the US did the same for our friends
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Russia seems to have time on its side as the war in Ukraine reaches its third year

Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine three years ago has turned into Europe’s largest conflict since World War II

Russia seems to have time on its side as the war in Ukraine reaches its third year
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says any plan to send European troops to Ukraine would be unacceptable for Russia

The Kremlin said on Thursday that any plan to send European troops to Ukraine as part of a potential peacekeeping mission would be unacceptable for Russia and that it was monitoring

Kremlin says any plan to send European troops to Ukraine would be unacceptable for Russia
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe needs to "wake up" following US policy shift, Greek PM says

Europe should wake up and build its own defence policy following a dramatic shift by the United States over Ukraine and geopolitical developments in recent months, Greek Prime

Europe needs to "wake up" following US policy shift, Greek PM says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he discussed security guarantees with NATO's Rutte

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed the importance of security guarantees for Kyiv in any discussion of a

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he discussed security guarantees with NATO's Rutte
Europe|Political|US|World

As Trump’s attacks on Zelensky turn personal, there’s only one winner: Russia

As Trump’s attacks on Zelensky turn personal, there’s only one winner: Russia

Economy|Europe|Political|World

Denmark will 'buy, buy, buy' military gear, prime minister says

Denmark will increase its military budget by a combined 50 billion crowns ($6.99 billion) this year and next to address acute

Denmark will 'buy, buy, buy' military gear, prime minister says
Europe|Political|US|World

On NATO's eastern flank, US policy shift stokes security fears

Polish call centre worker Katarzyna Paprota, 48, says the dramatic shift in United States policy towards Russia and Ukraine

On NATO's eastern flank, US policy shift stokes security fears
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia praises Trump for saying NATO was a major cause of the war in Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov lauded U.S.

Russia praises Trump for saying NATO was a major cause of the war in Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

European forces would struggle to guarantee Ukraine peace without US backing

Faced with U.S. demands to provide the military muscle to enforce a future Ukraine peace deal, Europe finds itself in a bind.

European forces would struggle to guarantee Ukraine peace without US backing
Europe|Political|World

Russia says NATO states can't enforce Ukraine peace, wants membership pledge scrapped

Russia on Tuesday demanded NATO scrap its 2008 promise to one day give Ukraine membership of the U.S.-led NATO military alliance and

Russia says NATO states can't enforce Ukraine peace, wants membership pledge scrapped
Europe|Political|US|World

US will not lower troop numbers in eastern Europe, Polish president says

Poland's president said on Tuesday that U.S. officials had assured him that Washington did not intend to lower troop numbers in eastern Europe, as he gave a statement to reporters

US will not lower troop numbers in eastern Europe, Polish president says
Europe|Political|World

France convenes second meeting on Ukraine with other Europeans, Canada

France plans to a host a second meeting to discuss Ukraine and European security on Wednesday, but has this time invited European countries not present earlier this week and NATO ally

Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin is serious about negotiating peace in Ukraine, Kremlin says

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin was serious about negotiating a settlement to end the war in Ukraine as high-level talks began in Saudi Arabia, and

Putin is serious about negotiating peace in Ukraine, Kremlin says
Europe|Political|US|World

European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them off

European leaders have insisted their governments must have a say in talks between the U.S. and Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as both Moscow and Washington said there was no role for Europe in the negotiations that could shape the future of the continent

European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them off
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe talks up more defence spending as Ukraine peacekeeper plan divides

European leaders meeting in Paris for emergency talks on Monday called for higher spending to ramp up the continent's defence

Europe talks up more defence spending as Ukraine peacekeeper plan divides
Europe|Political|US|World

Barred from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, Europe scrambles for response with Paris summit

Barred from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, Europe scrambles for response with Paris summit

Barred from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, Europe scrambles for response with Paris summit
Europe|Political|US|World

US Ukraine envoy Kellogg says no one will impose peace deal on Zelenskiy

Keith Kellogg, U.S.

US Ukraine envoy Kellogg says no one will impose peace deal on Zelenskiy
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

European fiscal rules would need reform for higher defence spending, German minister says

European and German fiscal rules would need to be reformed if higher defence spending was agreed among European partners, German Finance Minister Joerg Kukies said

European fiscal rules would need reform for higher defence spending, German minister says
Europe|Political|World

Scholz calls for 'strong and sovereign' Europe ahead of security talks in Paris

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz wants to see a strong and sovereign Europe, he said on Monday, ahead of hastily arranged talks in Paris following signals that the United

Scholz calls for 'strong and sovereign' Europe ahead of security talks in Paris
Europe|Political|World

France's Macron to host emergency European summit on Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron will host European leaders, including Britain's prime minister on Monday for an emergency summit on the Ukraine war after U.S.

France's Macron to host emergency European summit on Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump offers key concessions to Putin ahead of Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia

Trump offers key concessions to Putin ahead of Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia

Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer offers to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday he was ready to send British troops to Ukraine as part of any postwar peacekeeping force as he tried to show

UK PM Starmer offers to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

Shocked Europeans play catch-up after Trump moves on Ukraine

They should not have been surprised.

Shocked Europeans play catch-up after Trump moves on Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

An isolated Europe worries the US will negotiate on Ukraine badly without it

An isolated Europe worries the US will negotiate on Ukraine badly without it

Europe|Political|World

European countries will not create one united army, says Poland's Sikorski

European countries will not create one unified army in response to threats from Russia, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said in an interview with state TV broadcast late

European countries will not create one united army, says Poland's Sikorski
Americas|Europe|Political|World

UK's PM Starmer: Britain wants to ensure US and Europe remain together, BBC reports

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his country would work to ensure the U.S. and Europe remained together and that they should not allow divisions to

UK's PM Starmer: Britain wants to ensure US and Europe remain together, BBC reports
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump team makes confused start to Ukraine diplomacy

This was a disorienting week for those anxious over how the new Trump administration will fulfill Donald Trump's vow to end the Ukraine war.

Trump team makes confused start to Ukraine diplomacy
Europe|Political|World

Ammunition initiative for Ukraine to continue, Czech president says

A Czech-led initiative to supply Ukraine with large-calibre ammunition has delivered 1.6 million shells and will continue, Czech President Petr Pavel said on Saturday, a year after

Ammunition initiative for Ukraine to continue, Czech president says
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's apparent concessions on Ukraine NATO ties, territory 'a mistake', German defence minister says

Germany's defence minister said it was a mistake for U.S.

Trump's apparent concessions on Ukraine NATO ties, territory 'a mistake', German defence minister says
Europe|Political|US|World

Zelensky warns days of guaranteed US support for Europe are over, as Kellogg says Europeans won’t be at table for peace talks

Zelensky warns days of guaranteed US support for Europe are over, as Kellogg says Europeans won’t be at table for peace talks

Zelensky warns days of guaranteed US support for Europe are over, as Kellogg says Europeans won’t be at table for peace talks
Europe|Political|US|World

US Defense Secretary Hegseth's Europe debut irks allies, wins Trump's nod

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US Defense Secretary Hegseth's Europe debut irks allies, wins Trump's nod
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia is relishing a series of contradictory White House messages on Ukraine

Russia is relishing a series of contradictory White House messages on Ukraine

Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth tells Europe to spend on defence as US presence may not last forever

European countries need to invest now in defence because it is not possible to assume that the United States' presence on the continent will last forever, U.S.

Hegseth tells Europe to spend on defence as US presence may not last forever
Economy|Europe|Political

Brussels to exempt defence spending from EU budget constraints

The European Commission will propose exempting defence from EU limits on government spending, the head of the EU executive, Ursula von der Leyen, said on

Brussels to exempt defence spending from EU budget constraints
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Trump's NATO spending demands could hit Europe's credit ratings, says S&P Global

The credit ratings of Europe's NATO members are likely to suffer if they ramp up defence spending in line with U.S.

Trump's NATO spending demands could hit Europe's credit ratings, says S&P Global
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he will meet Britain's Starmer very soon

U.S.

Trump says he will meet Britain's Starmer very soon
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO membership for Ukraine not off the table, US official says

A senior U.S. official on Thursday said the United States had not ruled out potential NATO membership for Ukraine or a negotiated return to its pre-2014 borders,

NATO membership for Ukraine not off the table, US official says
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe quietly works on a plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security

Increasingly alarmed that U.S. security priorities lie elsewhere, a group of European countries has been working on a plan to send troops to Ukraine to help enforce any future peace settlement with Russia

Europe quietly works on a plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security
Europe|Political|World

No peace over the heads of Ukrainians and Europeans, says German foreign minister

There must be no peace in Ukraine over the heads of Ukrainians and Europeans, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Friday at the start of the Munich Security Conference

No peace over the heads of Ukrainians and Europeans, says German foreign minister
Europe|Political|US|World

UK committed to Ukraine's 'irreversible' path to NATO membership, Starmer says

Britain remains committed to Ukraine being on "an irreversible path to NATO" membership, Prime Minister Keir Starmer told President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday, after the United

UK committed to Ukraine's 'irreversible' path to NATO membership, Starmer says
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukrainians worry about Trump effort to end war with Russia, though some hope for the best

Ukrainians on Thursday worried that U.S.

Ukrainians worry about Trump effort to end war with Russia, though some hope for the best
Europe|Political|World

Russian drones hit Ukraine port; Moldova says drones exploded on its soil

Russian drone attacks damaged port infrastructure in southern Ukraine, officials said on Thursday, while neighbouring Moldova said two drones had blown up on its soil and NATO member

Europe|Political|US|World

Trump promises Kyiv involvement in peace talks with Russia

U.S.

Trump promises Kyiv involvement in peace talks with Russia
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia rejoices at Trump-Putin call as Zelenskyy rejects talks without Ukraine present

Russian officials and state media have taken a triumphant tone after President Donald Trump jettisoned three years of U.S. policy and announced he would likely meet soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace deal in the almost three-year-long war in Ukraine

Russia rejoices at Trump-Putin call as Zelenskyy rejects talks without Ukraine present
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe fears Trump-Putin ‘dirty deal’ as Ukraine scrambles for a seat at the table

Europe fears Trump-Putin ‘dirty deal’ as Ukraine scrambles for a seat at the table

Europe|Political|World

On the Baltic Sea, Estonian navy prepared to stop vessels

Estonia's navy is prepared to act against vessels that pose a danger to Baltic Sea infrastructure even if they are in international waters, a senior

On the Baltic Sea, Estonian navy prepared to stop vessels
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

U.S.

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's future NATO membership not off the table, Sweden says

Ukraine could still become a NATO member in the future if it fulfils all conditions, Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson said on Thursday.

Ukraine's future NATO membership not off the table, Sweden says
Europe|Political|US|World

Talks on Ukraine must include Kyiv, Ukrainian foreign minister says

Ukraine and Europe should not be excluded from future peace talks on the Ukraine war, Kyiv's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha told Le Monde newspaper in an interview released on

Talks on Ukraine must include Kyiv, Ukrainian foreign minister says
Election|Europe|Political|World

"50% battle-ready": Germany misses military targets despite Scholz's overhaul

The German army's battle-readiness is less than when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, military officials, lawmakers and defence experts told Reuters.

"50% battle-ready": Germany misses military targets despite Scholz's overhaul
Election|Europe|Political

German parties' election pledges on defence

Germany holds elections on February 23, with its army's battle-readiness less than when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 - a precarious position as Europe faces a new geopolitical era

German parties' election pledges on defence
Europe|Political|US|World

Europeans warn US against Ukraine deal 'behind our backs'

European leaders warned the United States on Thursday against sealing a Ukraine peace deal with Russia behind their backs as they

Europeans warn US against Ukraine deal 'behind our backs'
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte says Kyiv must be involved in everything about Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Thursday that any peace deal in Ukraine must be enduring and that any discussions must include Kyiv.

NATO's Rutte says Kyiv must be involved in everything about Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe can't turn Uncle Sam into 'Uncle Sucker,' US defense secretary says

U.S.

Europe can't turn Uncle Sam into 'Uncle Sucker,' US defense secretary says
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump’s call with Putin ends U.S. efforts to isolate Russia

By saying Ukraine’s NATO membership is “impractical” and the return of Russian-occupied territories to Kyiv is “unrealistic,” the Trump administration is giving its blessing to key items on President Vladimir Putin’s wish list — even before a potential settlement of the conflict

Trump’s call with Putin ends U.S. efforts to isolate Russia
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Putin and Zelenskiy want peace; phone calls kick off talks to end Ukraine war

Donald Trump said both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed a

Trump says Putin and Zelenskiy want peace; phone calls kick off talks to end Ukraine war
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump: not practical for Ukraine to join NATO, get back all land

U.S.

Trump: not practical for Ukraine to join NATO, get back all land
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO allies insist Ukraine and Europe must be in peace talks as Trump touts Putin meeting

Several NATO allies are insisting that Ukraine and Europe must not be cut out of any peace negotiations, after U.S. President Donald Trump signaled that he would hold talks soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin

NATO allies insist Ukraine and Europe must be in peace talks as Trump touts Putin meeting
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth speaks to NATO allies about Trump's plan for Russia and Ukraine

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ruled out NATO membership for Ukraine and said it is “unrealistic” to expect Ukraine’s borders to revert to their 2014 status before the annexation of Crimea.

Hegseth speaks to NATO allies about Trump's plan for Russia and Ukraine
Europe|Political|US|World

US relations with Europe will never be the same after Trump’s call with Putin

US relations with Europe will never be the same after Trump’s call with Putin

Europe|Political|US|World

NATO is in disarray after the US announces that its security priorities lie elsewhere

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech on Ukraine this week has thrown NATO into disarray

NATO is in disarray after the US announces that its security priorities lie elsewhere
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO allies scramble for direction as Trump team signals concessions to Moscow

NATO allies scramble for direction as Trump team signals concessions to Moscow

Europe|Political|US|World

US defense chief suggests Ukraine should abandon hope of winning all territory back from Russia

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says NATO membership for Ukraine is unrealistic

US defense chief suggests Ukraine should abandon hope of winning all territory back from Russia
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth rules out NATO membership for Ukraine and says Europe must be responsible for country’s security

Hegseth rules out NATO membership for Ukraine and says Europe must be responsible for country’s security

Hegseth rules out NATO membership for Ukraine and says Europe must be responsible for country’s security
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will need US help to boost army if it can't join NATO

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine would need the U.S. to help it build up an army as big as that of Russia to serve as a "Plan B" if his country is not admitted into the

Zelenskiy says Ukraine will need US help to boost army if it can't join NATO
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth says Ukraine cannot expect return to old borders, NATO membership

U.S.

Hegseth says Ukraine cannot expect return to old borders, NATO membership
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth expected to push NATO and EU to take more responsibility for Ukraine

Hegseth expected to push NATO and EU to take more responsibility for Ukraine

Hegseth expected to push NATO and EU to take more responsibility for Ukraine
Europe|Political|Technology|US|World

JD Vance rails against 'excessive' AI regulation in a rebuke to Europe at the Paris AI summit

U_S_ Vice President JD Vance has told a Paris summit on artificial intelligence that the Trump administration will “ensure that AI systems developed in America are free from ideological bias,” and that the U_S_ would “never restrict our citizens’ right to free speech.”

JD Vance rails against 'excessive' AI regulation in a rebuke to Europe at the Paris AI summit
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO allies await US defense secretary's visit, the first by a member of the Trump administration

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will become on Wednesday the first member of the new Trump administration to visit NATO

NATO allies await US defense secretary's visit, the first by a member of the Trump administration
Celebrity|Environment|Europe|Political

Memoir by former prime minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, to come out in November

Former Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin will have a memoir out this fall, looking back on a momentous four years in office when she presided over her country’s joining NATO, its response to the pandemic and the enactment of legislation on climate change and social justice

Memoir by former prime minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, to come out in November
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia yet to receive satisfactory proposals to start talks on Ukraine, RIA reports

Moscow is yet to receive a good offer to start talks on Ukraine, Russia's deputy foreign minister said in remarks published on Monday, after U.S.

Europe|Political|US|World

US officials are bound for Europe for top-level talks on Ukraine

President Donald Trump’s national security adviser Mike Waltz says that top administration officials are traveling to Europe this week

US officials are bound for Europe for top-level talks on Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A Russian spy ship caught fire off Syria's coast, officials say. Here's audio of its broadcasts

The Associated Press has obtained audio of what military officials say is a broadcast from a Russian spy ship that suffered a fire and drifted uncontrolled off Syria's coast last month

A Russian spy ship caught fire off Syria's coast, officials say. Here's audio of its broadcasts
Political|US

Pentagon's Hegseth: 'diversity is our strength' is dumbest phrase in military history

U.S.

Pentagon's Hegseth: 'diversity is our strength' is dumbest phrase in military history
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Western backers will meet for arms talks as doubts over US intentions grow

The main international forum for drumming up weapons and ammunition for Ukraine will for the first time meet under the auspices of a country other than the U.S. as uncertainty surrounds the future of Washington’s support for arming the war-torn country

Ukraine's Western backers will meet for arms talks as doubts over US intentions grow
Europe|Political|World

Europe and Canada boosted defence spending 20% in 2024, NATO says

Defence spending by NATO's European members and Canada was 20% higher in 2024 than the previous year, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Friday, ahead of a

Europe and Canada boosted defence spending 20% in 2024, NATO says
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Three NATO members still rely on Russia to manage their electricity grid. They’re about to pull the plug

Three NATO members still rely on Russia to manage their electricity grid. They’re about to pull the plug

Three NATO members still rely on Russia to manage their electricity grid. They’re about to pull the plug
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine gets French Mirage fighter jets, more F-16s from the Netherlands

Ukraine gets French Mirage fighter jets, more F-16s from the Netherlands

Ukraine gets French Mirage fighter jets, more F-16s from the Netherlands
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia welcomes Trump's remarks on concerns over drawing Ukraine towards NATO

Russia welcomes U.S.

Russia welcomes Trump's remarks on concerns over drawing Ukraine towards NATO
Europe|Political

Belgium’s new PM plans tougher migration, nuclear revival, and defence boost

Belgium’s new Prime Minister Bart De Wever presented his government’s focus to parliament on Tuesday, highlighting stricter migration policies,

Belgium’s new PM plans tougher migration, nuclear revival, and defence boost
Europe|Finance|Political

Norway's new finance minister Stoltenberg says Trump talks key to averting tariffs

Former NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg, who became Norway's new finance minister on Tuesday, said engaging with the Trump administration on trade was key to avoiding

Norway's new finance minister Stoltenberg says Trump talks key to averting tariffs
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU leaders agree to step up defence efforts

European Union leaders agreed on Monday to do more to bolster their defences against Russia and other threats by hiking spending and filling gaps in

EU leaders agree to step up defence efforts
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer tells Europe fragmentation will weaken us in talks on defence

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told European Union leaders at a dinner on Monday that he wanted to work together to expand the continent's defences, including greater

UK's Starmer tells Europe fragmentation will weaken us in talks on defence
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Britain's Starmer seeks strong ties with both the EU and Donald Trump. That could be tricky

Keir Starmer is heading to Brussels, becoming the first British prime minister to attend a European Union leaders’ meeting since the U.K. left the bloc five years ago

Britain's Starmer seeks strong ties with both the EU and Donald Trump. That could be tricky
Europe|Political|US|World

France rejects US criticism of its defence spending

France rejected criticism from new U.S.

France rejects US criticism of its defence spending
Europe|Political|World

Lithuanian president backs Trump’s NATO defense spending goal amid ongoing Russian threat

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda says that any peace settlement in Ukraine must involve Kyiv and come with more defense spending by regional countries to deter future Russian aggression

Lithuanian president backs Trump’s NATO defense spending goal amid ongoing Russian threat
Europe|Political|US|World

Pentagon says US defense, NATO chiefs discuss need for more spending, lethality

U.S.

Pentagon says US defense, NATO chiefs discuss need for more spending, lethality
Europe|Political|World

EU members of NATO ready to raise defence spending beyond 2% of GDP, Costa says

The 23 EU members who also belong to NATO are likely to agree to raise the defence spending target above the current 2% of national output at a June summit of

EU members of NATO ready to raise defence spending beyond 2% of GDP, Costa says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

NATO scrambles for drones that can survive the Arctic

In 2023, Mads Petersen, owner of Greenland-based startup Arctic Unmanned, sat in a car to keep warm while he tested a small drone

NATO scrambles for drones that can survive the Arctic
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Western officials warn Ukraine over weapons procurement dispute

Western officials are warning that a growing dispute between Ukraine’s defense minister and the head of its procurement agency could undermine trust and disrupt weapons supplies

Western officials warn Ukraine over weapons procurement dispute
Business|Europe|Political|World

Baltic Sea shipping tax could pay for undersea cable protection, says Estonian minister

Shipping firms may need to pay a fee to use the Baltic Sea, one of the world's busiest shipping routes, in order to cover the high costs of protecting

Baltic Sea shipping tax could pay for undersea cable protection, says Estonian minister
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO and Denmark agree allies must bolster defences in Arctic, source says

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen agreed at a meeting on Tuesday that allies need to focus on strengthening defences in the Arctic, a

NATO and Denmark agree allies must bolster defences in Arctic, source says
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Murder plot against Rheinmetall CEO was part of sabotage campaign, NATO says

NATO said on Tuesday that acts of sabotage carried out across the military alliance over the past years included threats to plot the murder of industry leaders such as the head of

Murder plot against Rheinmetall CEO was part of sabotage campaign, NATO says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

At least 11 Baltic cables have been damaged in 15 months, prompting NATO to up its guard

NATO is deploying eyes in the sky and on the Baltic Sea to protect cables and pipelines that stitch together the nine countries with shores on Baltic waters

At least 11 Baltic cables have been damaged in 15 months, prompting NATO to up its guard
Europe|Political|US|World

Denmark boosts Arctic defense spending by $2 billion after Trump’s Greenland interest

Denmark boosts Arctic defense spending by $2 billion after Trump’s Greenland interest

Denmark boosts Arctic defense spending by $2 billion after Trump’s Greenland interest
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte calls for raising defence spending above 2% of GDP

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urged member states of the alliance on Monday to step up defence spending beyond their common goal of 2% of

NATO's Rutte calls for raising defence spending above 2% of GDP
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Intelligence sharing by the US and its allies has saved lives. Trump could test those ties

Current and former European and U.S. officials have raised concerns about some of President Donald Trump’s picks for top intelligence posts

Intelligence sharing by the US and its allies has saved lives. Trump could test those ties
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Sweden opens sabotage probe into Baltic undersea cable damage

An undersea fibre optic cable between Latvia and Sweden was damaged on Sunday, likely as a result of external influence, Latvia said,

Europe|Political|World

EU military chief says it would make sense to put European troops in Greenland, Welt reports

The top European Union military official, Robert Brieger, said it would make sense to station troops from EU countries in Greenland, according to an interview with Germany's Welt am

EU military chief says it would make sense to put European troops in Greenland, Welt reports
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump’s policy on Ukrainian war may lack focus, but it’s an unexpected priority

Trump’s policy on Ukrainian war may lack focus, but it’s an unexpected priority

Europe|Political|World

Russia says it does not threaten undersea cables after UK raises alarm

The Russian Embassy in London said that Russia posed no threat to undersea cables in Britain and other NATO countries, after UK defence minister John Healey accused Moscow of "

Russia says it does not threaten undersea cables after UK raises alarm
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he is not sure US should be spending anything on NATO

U.S.

Trump says he is not sure US should be spending anything on NATO
Europe|Political|World

Risk of clash between nuclear powers is growing, Russian security official says

Russian security official Sergei Shoigu warned in an interview published on Friday that the risk of an armed clash between nuclear powers was rising.

Risk of clash between nuclear powers is growing, Russian security official says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

In his first three days, Trump disrupted America. Then he turned to the world

In his first three days, Trump disrupted America. Then he turned to the world

Europe|Political|World

Russia rejects idea of NATO peacekeepers in Ukraine, warning of "uncontrollable escalation"

Russia on Thursday rejected the idea of NATO countries sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire in the war with Russia, saying such a move would threaten

Russia rejects idea of NATO peacekeepers in Ukraine, warning of "uncontrollable escalation"
Europe|Political|World

German opposition leader seeks military procurement reform

Germany will eventually have to spend more than 2% of economic output on defence but must first reform its procurement system to get more bang for its buck, opposition leader

German opposition leader seeks military procurement reform
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO not involved in decisions over diversity staffing in military, Rutte says

NATO is not involved in decisions taken by member states, such as the United States, over hiring in the armed forces based around diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) criteria,

NATO not involved in decisions over diversity staffing in military, Rutte says
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief Rutte says Europe will pay for US arms for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday urged the United States to keep supplying Ukraine with weapons to fight Russia's invasion and said he was sure

NATO chief Rutte says Europe will pay for US arms for Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

German Patriot units in Poland will be operational by Monday, says minister

Two German Patriot air defence units deployed to southeastern Poland to protect a major hub for military and humanitarian supplies to Ukraine will be fully

German Patriot units in Poland will be operational by Monday, says minister
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief says Russian victory over Ukraine would have a costly impact on alliance's credibility

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has warned that a Russian victory over Ukraine would undermine the dissuasive force of the world’s biggest military alliance and could cost trillions of dollars to restore the organization's credibility

NATO chief says Russian victory over Ukraine would have a costly impact on alliance's credibility
Europe|Political|World

UK monitors Russian spy ship, steps up undersea cable protection

Britain said it monitored a Russian spy ship in the English Channel in recent days and would strengthen its response to secret operations by Russian ships and aircraft in an effort

UK monitors Russian spy ship, steps up undersea cable protection
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe should welcome Trump's NATO spending call, says Poland's Tusk

Europe should welcome rather than rebuff U.S.

Europe should welcome Trump's NATO spending call, says Poland's Tusk
Europe|Political|US|World

Sanchez says Spain pulling its weight in NATO after Trump criticism of defence spending

Spain is a "reliable partner" in NATO, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Wednesday, after U.S.

Sanchez says Spain pulling its weight in NATO after Trump criticism of defence spending
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump whisperer? Italy's Meloni navigates a high-stakes relationship

He hails a fantastic woman sweeping all before her in Europe. She praises a strong and shrewd defender of the West.

Trump whisperer? Italy's Meloni navigates a high-stakes relationship
Europe|Political|World

EU's Kallas: Russia is posing an existential threat to our security

Russia is posing an existential threat to the European Union's security and to only way to address that is to increase spending on defence, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas

EU's Kallas: Russia is posing an existential threat to our security
Election|Europe|Political

Chancellor hopeful says Germany should focus on existing NATO spending target

The leader of Germany's conservative CDU, the party's candidate to run for chancellor, said on Tuesday that the nation should focus on efforts to reach existing

Chancellor hopeful says Germany should focus on existing NATO spending target
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump mistakes Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc and repeats the threat of massive tariffs

U.S. president Donald Trump has apparently confused Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, causing some head-scratching and jitters over possible tariffs in Madrid

Trump mistakes Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc and repeats the threat of massive tariffs
Europe|Political|World

As Trump is sworn in, Macron warns Europe it can't depend only on US weapons

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Monday that the billions of euros of taxpayer money spent on Europe's military budgets should not be used to buy only American weapons,

As Trump is sworn in, Macron warns Europe it can't depend only on US weapons
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany says it met NATO 2% defence spending target in 2024, short of Trump's demand

Germany met NATO's target to spend 2% of its gross domestic product on defence in 2024, the government said on Monday, though well short of incoming U.S.

Germany says it met NATO 2% defence spending target in 2024, short of Trump's demand
Election|Political|US|World

Trump's foreign policy: end Ukraine war, buy Greenland, target Mexican cartels

Republican President-elect Donald Trump says he plans to acquire Greenland, bring the war in Ukraine to a close and fundamentally alter the U.S. relationship

Trump's foreign policy: end Ukraine war, buy Greenland, target Mexican cartels
Europe|Political|World

Lithuania vows to boost defense spending to 5-6% of GDP, citing the threat of Russian aggression

Lithuania's president says his country has made the decision to raise its spending on defense to between 5% and 6% of overall national economic output starting in 2026

Lithuania vows to boost defense spending to 5-6% of GDP, citing the threat of Russian aggression
Europe|Political|World

French maritime patrol aircraft was target of Russian intimidation, minister says

A French maritime patrol aircraft was the target of Russian intimidation on Wednesday over the Baltic Sea, France's Defence Minister said on Friday.

French maritime patrol aircraft was target of Russian intimidation, minister says
Europe|Political|World

Russia says any British military role in Ukraine under new 100-year deal would be worrying

Russia said on Friday that any placement of British military assets in Ukraine under a new 100-year partnership agreement between Kyiv and London would be of concern to Moscow.

Russia says any British military role in Ukraine under new 100-year deal would be worrying
Europe|Political|World

NATO: Norwegian F-35s deployed after Russian aircraft approach Polish airspace

Two Norwegian F-35s stationed in Poland were deployed on Wednesday in response to a "massive number of airborne Russian aircraft" that approached Poland's air space, NATO's air

NATO: Norwegian F-35s deployed after Russian aircraft approach Polish airspace
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia says Western claims of Russian undersea cable sabotage aim to curb sea-borne Russian oil exports

Russia on Thursday accused NATO and the West of making "evidence-free" allegations against Moscow over ships purportedly involved in sabotaging undersea cables in an effort to curb

Russia says Western claims of Russian undersea cable sabotage aim to curb sea-borne Russian oil exports
Europe|Political|World

NATO announces a new mission to protect undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says the alliance is launching a new mission to protect undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region

NATO announces a new mission to protect undersea cables in the Baltic Sea region
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Russia's top diplomat praises Trump's views on Ukraine conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow is open for talks with President-elect Donald Trump

Russia's top diplomat praises Trump's views on Ukraine conflict
Europe|Political|World

NATO to deploy ships, aircraft in Baltic Sea after cable breaches

NATO countries will deploy frigates, patrol aircraft and naval drones in the Baltic Sea to help protect critical infrastructure and

NATO to deploy ships, aircraft in Baltic Sea after cable breaches
Election|Europe|Political|World

German defence minister arrives in Ukraine to send message of support

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday on a visit intended to send a clear signal of Europe's support ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Donald

German defence minister arrives in Ukraine to send message of support
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Putin has tested the West’s resolve over Ukraine. Will Trump force its collapse?

Putin has tested the West’s resolve over Ukraine. Will Trump force its collapse?

Economy|Europe|Political|World

European defense heavyweights say meeting Trump's military spending target won't be easy

The defense ministers of Europe’s five top military spenders say they intend to continue increasing their investments in defense but described President-elect Donald Trump’s challenge for them to raise spending to 5% of their overall economic output as extremely difficult

European defense heavyweights say meeting Trump's military spending target won't be easy
Europe|Political|World

Rutte says NATO must spend smarter on defence or face bill of 3.7% of GDP

NATO chief Mark Rutte said on Monday the alliance's military capability targets may require members to spend as much as 3.7% of GDP on defence but this figure could be reduced with

Rutte says NATO must spend smarter on defence or face bill of 3.7% of GDP
Election|Political|US|World

Fact check: Debunking Trump’s false claims about Canada

Fact check: Debunking Trump’s false claims about Canada

Europe|Political|World

NATO seeks agreement on new goals for weapons and troops in summer, says top official

NATO aims to bring forward a decision on new targets for weapons and troop numbers to this summer, a top military official said on Monday, referring to the

NATO seeks agreement on new goals for weapons and troops in summer, says top official
Europe|Political|World

Biggest European allies to swiftly implement new NATO targets, Berlin says

Germany, Poland, Britain, France and Italy will implement as swiftly as possible new NATO targets for weapons and troop numbers which the alliance is about to agree upon, German

Biggest European allies to swiftly implement new NATO targets, Berlin says
Election|Political|US|World

Biden offers a first draft of his foreign policy achievements

Biden offers a first draft of his foreign policy achievements

Biden offers a first draft of his foreign policy achievements
Business|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief Rutte warns EU against defence industry 'barriers'

NATO chief Mark Rutte told the European Union on Monday not to create barriers that would prevent companies from NATO countries that are outside the EU from taking part in its

NATO chief Rutte warns EU against defence industry 'barriers'
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Risky ships must be identified to protect undersea cables, EU's Virkkunen says

Identifying suspect ships and limiting their activities is the most efficient way to protect critical undersea infrastructure, European Commission Vice President

Risky ships must be identified to protect undersea cables, EU's Virkkunen says
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy calls on allies to honour promises on arms supplies to Ukraine

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on allies on Sunday to honour all promises to supply Ukraine with weapons, including those to counter Russian air attacks.

Zelenskiy calls on allies to honour promises on arms supplies to Ukraine
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Sweden to test new drone swarm technology, defence minister says

NATO's newest member Sweden will test new drone swarm technology developed by defence equipment group Saab and the Nordic country's armed forces, Defence Minister Pal Jonson said

Sweden to test new drone swarm technology, defence minister says
Europe|Political|World

Sweden to contribute up to 3 warships to reinforced NATO presence in the Baltic

Sweden's government says the country will contribute up to three warships to a NATO effort to increase the alliance’s presence in the Baltic Sea as it tries to guard against sabotage of underwater infrastructure

Sweden to contribute up to 3 warships to reinforced NATO presence in the Baltic
Europe|Political|World

Germany sets up military division dedicated to territorial defence

The German military will establish a new division tasked exclusively with territorial defence, the army said on Saturday, bringing all existing reserve units under direct army

Germany sets up military division dedicated to territorial defence
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump's words on Greenland and borders ring alarms in Europe, but officials have a measured response

President-elect Donald Trump has tossed expansionist rhetoric at U.S. allies and potential adversaries with arguments that the frontiers of American power need to be extended into Canada and the Danish territory of Greenland, and southward to include the Panama Canal

Trump's words on Greenland and borders ring alarms in Europe, but officials have a measured response
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Estonia steps up patrols in the icy Baltic Sea in a show of force after suspected cable sabotage

Estonian naval ships are taking part in stepped-up patrols in the Baltic Sea by NATO countries after undersea power and communications cables have been damaged in recent months

Estonia steps up patrols in the icy Baltic Sea in a show of force after suspected cable sabotage
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

NATO won't back Trump's new defence spending target but will raise its sights

NATO won't heed Donald Trump’s proposal for a massive hike in defence spending but will likely agree to go beyond its current target, according to

NATO won't back Trump's new defence spending target but will raise its sights
Political|US|World

Biden to deliver a capstone address on his foreign policy legacy as he makes way for Trump's return

The White House says President Joe Biden will deliver a capstone address to highlight some of his administration's most significant foreign policy achievements

Biden to deliver a capstone address on his foreign policy legacy as he makes way for Trump's return
Europe|Political|US|World

UK foreign policy chief says Trump is right to urge higher military spending from NATO

Britain's top diplomat says Europe’s security “is on a knife-edge” and President-elect Donald Trump is right to say NATO member nations must increase military spending

UK foreign policy chief says Trump is right to urge higher military spending from NATO
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

NATO takes control from US of air defenses in Poland crucial to supporting Ukraine days before Trump takes office

NATO takes control from US of air defenses in Poland crucial to supporting Ukraine days before Trump takes office

NATO takes control from US of air defenses in Poland crucial to supporting Ukraine days before Trump takes office
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NATO needs to focus on southern flank to counter Russia, Italy says

NATO needs a stronger focus on the south and Africa, Italy's prime minister told a news conference on Thursday, saying Russia might boost its presence in eastern Libya after the

NATO needs to focus on southern flank to counter Russia, Italy says