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Why NATO is Unprepared for War with Russia: Expert Explanation
An expert from Svit (presumably Ukraine) argues that NATO lacks preparedness for a full-scale conflict with Russia due to several factors including internal disagreements among alliance members, insuf...
EU finances Ukrainian and European security
The article discusses European Union financial support for enhancing both Ukraine's and Europe's overall security measures post-Russian invasion. It mentions various funding initiatives aimed at stren...
U.S., Europe, and Ukraine Discuss Next Steps Towards Ending Ukraine War, Envoy Says
Ambassador Paul Witkoff stated that discussions are underway between the United States, European nations, and Ukraine to formulate plans for ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. No specific details...
Ukrainian and European Officials Deny Strikes on Putin Private Residence
Several officials from Ukraine and Europe have denied reports suggesting that strikes were launched against Russian President Vladimir Putin's private residence. The denial comes in response to specul...
Europe’s 2025 defense winners include Saab, Rheinmetall; FCAS falters
European defense contractors have benefited from increased military spending, with companies such as Saab and Rheinmetall seeing significant gains. However, the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program...
What is Nifty Nugget? NDAA revives 47-year-old military exercise
Nifty Nugget, a revived 21-day military exercise from 1978, is being reintroduced by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to engage multiple military commands in simulating support for a hypo...
European and Canadian Leaders Discuss US-led Peace Efforts Amid Rising Russia-Ukraine Tensions
Leaders from Europe and Canada convened a discussion focusing on the United States' role in fostering peace efforts amidst escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine....
Council of Europe chief sets three non-negotiable conditions for Ukraine peace deal
The Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, has warned that merely freezing the conflict in Ukraine could create new security challenges across Europe. He emphasized that political c...
Trump and Zelenskyy to Hold Conference Call With European Leaders
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plan to participate in a conference call with European leaders regarding issues of mutual concern, including security matters with...
U.S. Air Force F-47 NGAD Fighter: Coming Soon to Europe if FCAS Fails?
European nations are facing difficulties with their collaborative Future Combat Air System (FCAS) project aimed at developing a sixth-generation fighter aircraft. The Franco-German-Spanish initiative ...
How might European countries look to tackle drone incursions?
The article discusses the increasing threat of infrastructure disruption in Europe through various means including cyberattacks and drone incursions. Specifically highlighted are incidents where drone...
Zelensky and von der Leyen Agree on Additional Contacts in Coming Days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have agreed to increase their coordination through additional contacts in the coming days....
Ivo Daalder: No one in Europe believes peace is near
Former US ambassador to NATO and current president of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs Ivo Daalder asserts that there is no belief among Europeans that peace is near, implying a continued state o...
US Approves Sale of Over 230 Rockets to European Country
The United States has approved the sale of more than 230 advanced rockets to an unnamed European country. The transaction aims to enhance regional defense capabilities and counterbalance growing secur...
UK defends decision to stay out of EU SAFE scheme
The UK has defended its decision not to participate in the EU Security Action for Europe (SAFE) programme, amidst concerns from SNP MP Kirsty Blackman that opting out might weaken long-term support fo...
Witkoff Says Miami Talks with Ukraine, Europe, and Russia Ended Productively
John Witkoff, a US official, reported that recent diplomatic talks involving the United States, Ukraine, European nations, and Russia concluded in Miami on a productive note. The discussions aimed at ...
Analysis by REL: How can Kosovo take advantage of the geopolitical moment to strengthen its relationship with NATO?
An analysis discusses potential strategies for Kosovo to leverage current geopolitical circumstances to enhance and solidify its ties with NATO. The article explores how Kosovo might benefit from inte...
Russian Foreign Ministry Warns of Consequences of NATO Base Establishment in Bulgaria
The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued warnings about potential negative consequences if NATO establishes a new base in Bulgaria. The statement highlights the strategic implications and increased ten...
Why India to Europe trade corridor is stalling even as talks continue
The progress of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) talks is facing delays due to political will concerns and potential obstacles like the situation in Gaza. Launched in 2023, IMEC a...
Meeting with US and European Allies Completed, Further Steps Agreed - Umerov
A meeting between US and European allies has been completed and further steps have been agreed upon, according to a statement by Umerov....
Europe and the Indo-Pacific: Partners for a resilient future
The article discusses how Europe and the Indo-Pacific regions are forming partnerships amid geopolitical tensions, economic instability, and climate change. It highlights that these challenges have br...
Gen. Mark Milley Talks Europe
General Mark Milley, the U.S. Army Chief of Staff, commented on ongoing U.S. and allied exercises in Europe during an interview with The Wall Street Journal. These remarks are part of broader discussi...
The AI boom needs electricity, but Western grids are strained. Is power China’s power?
Discusses recent instances of power outages in Europe and the United States, highlighting concerns about the strain on Western electrical grids due to high demand for electricity in the context of the...
Putin joins Trump on crusade against European territory: Ridiculous claims spouted
The article discusses perceived alliances between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump, suggesting their actions threaten European sovereignty or territories. It criti...
Trump Doesn't Trust NATO But Saves It
The article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump's skepticism towards NATO despite his country being its largest financial contributor. It highlights the paradoxical situation where Trump criticizes ...
Does Greenland Enhance Existing NATO Disputes?
The article discusses how Greenland's strategic position and natural resources could exacerbate existing tensions within NATO, particularly between the United States and European member states over de...
As EES rollout expands, travel association urges use of contingency measures to ease delays
The introduction of the European Entry/Exit System (EES) has resulted in considerable delays for travelers at airports across Europe. As the new system continues its rollout, a travel association is c...
How AI-generated content is imitating farmer protests to drive up clicks
AI-generated content mimics European farmer protests as a way to drive up clicks and monetize this traffic. This tactic has been exploited by Russian propaganda operations to further their own agendas...
Zelenskyy Meets Europeans In Next Round Of Fitful Peace Process
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine is set to meet with European officials as part of ongoing yet intermittent peace negotiations concerning the conflict in eastern Ukraine....
Hundreds protest across Europe against Trump's decision to attack Venezuela
Demonstrations have occurred across European cities with people opposing US President Donald Trump’s stance and potential military intervention in Venezuela....
European Security Advisers Discuss Peace Proposals in Ukraine Ahead of Leader Summit
European security advisors are meeting to discuss potential peace proposals for Ukraine before a summit involving leaders from various European countries takes place....
Witkoff: US Representatives Met with Ukrainian and European Officials
US representatives have held meetings with officials from Ukraine and European countries, discussing issues related to security and cooperation in the region....
Bulgaria to Join Eurozone Amid Political Turmoil, Russian Influence Fears
Facing political and economic challenges, Bulgaria seeks to join the Eurozone amidst significant domestic protests against corruption that forced a change in government. The country also struggles wit...
Ivo Daalder: No One in Europe Believes Peace Is Near
In an interview, Ivo Daalder comments on the current state of European security and expresses that there is no optimism regarding imminent peace in Europe due to ongoing tensions....
George Answers Your Questions: The Fate of Europe
An analysis discussing Europe's current state as resembling the early American colonies during their struggle against a powerful adversary but highlighting differences in cultural and linguistic unity...
Europe’s hesitant resolve
European nations opted for an interest-free loan rather than seizing Russian assets, indicating neither outright defiance nor active engagement with sanctions against Russia....
Airbus to deploy Flexrotor drones for European coast guards
Airbus has secured a €30 million contract from the European Maritime Safety Agency to provide services using the Flexrotor unmanned aerial system. This will enhance maritime surveillance capabilities ...
Trump’s National Security Strategy Seeks to Make Europe Great Again
The article discusses aspects of former U.S. President Donald Trump's national security strategy towards Europe, emphasizing the complex relationship and differing views on civilization values between...
European Advisers Discuss Peace Proposals
A group of European advisors met to deliberate on potential peace proposals aimed at resolving current conflicts within the continent....
As Bulgaria joins the euro, how do the other 20 member states see the currency?
A recent Eurobarometer study indicates that support for the euro remains robust across the European Union (EU). Poll respondents report that the currency has facilitated business operations across var...
Europe Pretends To Own Greenland
The article discusses European countries' interests and perceived ownership over Greenland's strategic location and natural resources. It critiques the notion of Europe having control or significant i...
U.S.-Europe Alliance Remains a Pillar of American Greatness
The article discusses criticisms regarding the U.S. National Security Strategy's efforts to redefine the relationship between the United States and Europe. It suggests that while these attempts at rep...
EU warns Yemen developments risk Gulf stability
The European Union has expressed concerns over recent events in Hadramout and Al Mahra provinces of Yemen, stating that they pose new risks to regional stability. The EU calls for de-escalation measur...
The EU’s Playbook for Trump
A forecast discusses European Union strategies to counterbalance U.S. President Donald Trump's policies anticipated for 2026. It explores how the EU could maintain its diplomatic and economic influenc...
EU leaders kick can down the road on €140bn reparation loan for Ukraine
European Union leaders have postponed making a decision regarding the proposal to use frozen Russian assets as an extraordinary loan of €140 billion for Ukraine until their next summit in December....
EU Parliament’s most toxic duo brings trouble for von der Leyen
The tense and combative relationship between Iratxe García, leader of the Social Democrats in the EU Parliament, and Manfred Weber, head of the center-right group, is harming Ursula von der Leyen’s at...
Europe’s Interests Are on The Streets of Iran, Not Venezuela
The article argues that supporting protests in Iran aligns both strategically with European interests and morally with the right thing to do. It contrasts this approach with a perceived lack of simila...
After US move on Venezuela, analysts see rules-based order at risk
Experts have been queried about the consequences of recent U.S. actions towards Venezuela on the global rules-based order, NATO alliance, and Europe. The focus is on assessing how these activities mig...
US Negotiators Join European Leaders in Paris on Tuesday
On Tuesday, U.S. negotiators are scheduled to meet with European leaders in Paris as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts....
A Not Totally Serious Forecast for 2026
The article presents speculative and humorous predictions about global politics and military affairs in 2026, focusing on the dynamics between major powers such as NATO countries, Russia, China, and o...
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