NATO Secretary General Rutte to ask allies to up military spending
June 9 (UPI) -- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte was expected to call for member nations and allies to increase defense spending in London on Monday.…
At least 3 killed in Russia’s ‘most powerful’ attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv | Russia-Ukraine war News
Ukrainian air force says Russia struck with 215 missiles and drones in overnight assault.At least five people have been killed and more than 20 wounded…
NATO leaders propose 5% defense investment by member states
June 5 (UPI) -- NATO defense ministers are proposing a 5% annual investment in defense spending by member nations to enhance defensive capabilities during a…
Trump, Merz discuss trade, NATO spending and Russia’s war on Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine war News
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on the US to apply more pressure on Russia to end its three-year-old war on Ukraine. “You know that…
UK prepares for war: How much will it cost? | Government News
The United Kingdom has announced a major investment in defence in response to a “new era of threats” driven by “growing Russian aggression”. The UK’s Strategic…
UK unveils major military boost in face of rising Russian threat | NATO News
Investment to pour into nuclear warheads, submarines and munitions to confront the ‘most immediate threat since the Cold War’.The United Kingdom has announced a major…
UK plans $2bn weapons upgrade as Starmer calls for ‘war readiness’ | Weapons News
Day before his government’s publication of a defence strategy review, PM Keir Starmer says he will ‘restore Britain’s war-fighting readiness’.Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned…
Can NATO’s Middle Powers Lead the Alliance Without the US?
With the recent pivot in US foreign policy regarding Europe and NATO, it has become clear that NATO’s European members need to ramp up spending…
NATO head expects members to agree to spend 5% GDP on defense
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte addresses a press conference following an informal meeting foreign ministers of member nations on May 15, 2025. On Monday, he said…
Romania’s President Dan sworn in amid far-right claims of stolen election | Elections News
Pro-European Nicusor Dan faces big challenges after defeating pro-Russian George Simion last week in a tense run-off.Pro-European Nicusor Dan has been sworn in as Romania’s…
Germany sends long-term troops to Lithuania to protect NATO border
1 of 3 | Germany is deploying soldiers beyond its border, moving troops into Lithuania to defend its European neighbor. Photo by Toms Kalnins/EPA-EFE May…
‘Tearing down’: What drives Trump’s foreign policy? | Donald Trump News
Washington, DC – Donald Trump’s world view can be difficult to pin down. During the first 100 days of his second term, the United States…
‘It’s about time NATO be shut down’, says Vijay Prashad | NATO
Redi Tlhabi discusses NATO’s role and relevance in today’s conflicts with historian Vijay Prashad.US President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticised NATO, casting doubt on the…
Nato scrambles Britain’s RAF Typhoons to intercept Russian fighter jets & spy plane flying close to alliance’s airspace
NATO has scrambled two of its British RAF Typhoons in order to intercept Russian spy planes and military jets over allied airspace.The Typhoons were deployed…
During Japan trip, NATO chief warns of Chinese military expansion
April 8 (UPI) -- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned of China's military expansion while aiming to improve economic ties with Japan during a two-day visit…
Trying to ease economic tensions over tariffs, Rubio engages with Belgium’s prime minister, NATO leaders
1 of 5 | NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pose for the official photo of a meeting of…
US will know in weeks if Russia serious about Ukraine ceasefire, Rubio says | Russia-Ukraine war News
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told his NATO counterparts that it will become clear within weeks if Russia is “serious” about reaching…
Europe and Canada say they’ll spend more on defense, but are cool on U.S. demands
BRUSSELS — European NATO allies and Canada on Friday said they are willing to ramp up defense spending but are cool on American demands for the size…
Top senator criticizes Pentagon on possible troop reductions in Europe
WASHINGTON — The chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee criticized Pentagon “mid-level” leadership for what he said Thursday was a misguided plan to reduce the number…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio asks NATO allies to chip in with 5% GDP
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for America's partners in the NATO alliance to up their defense spending to 5% of their GDP. File Photo…