NATO
The case for an Anglo-Irish defense union
Only a formal bilateral agreement with the U.K. can deliver the territorial security that Ireland — and the EU’s western borders — desperately needs.
US begins troop drawdown in Romania
Merz, Erdogan und die neue Realpolitik
France’s top general expects ‘shock’ with Russia in 3-4 years
Ukraine and US prepare a contract for 25 Patriot systems
EU Commission presents defense plan to protect ‘every’ centimeter of Europe
How Spain’s Sánchez became NATO’s flakiest friend
Many EU diplomats agree with Trump that low military spending and weak support for Ukraine make Spain a bad ally.
Trump suggests booting ‘laggard’ Spain from NATO over defense spending
The U.S. president demanded that alliance members allocate 5 percent of GDP to defense spending. Spain was the only country to refuse to commit to the benchmark.
Top EU weapons firm warns of drone threat to production lines
Thales Belgium says its factory making 70 mm rockets is being buzzed by drones.
Angela Merkel’s non-apology tour
The former chancellor refuses to reckon with her fraught legacy on the war in Ukraine, instead invoking Covid and a missed chance for talks.
Belgium launches probe after reports that 15 drones buzzed military base
Persistent disruptions plague European airspace.
Machthaber: Kaja Kallas
Wer regiert die Welt – und was treibt sie an? In unserem regelmäßigen Machthaber-Spezial geht es um die mächtigsten und umstrittensten Politikerinnen und Politiker unserer Zeit. Wir …
Von der Leyen’s ‘drone wall’ plan hits EU reality
Europe’s latest defense debate is splitting countries demanding immediate protection from Russia and those further from the threat.
Putin’s propaganda flips reality on flights over NATO nations, as Russian public tires of war
As support for continuing the war drops to an all-time low, the Kremlin pushes a “Russia vs. the West” narrative to boost public morale.
Russia’s provocations spark ‘war’ talk in Warsaw
“The drones are a blessing in disguise, at least people are realizing what’s a stake,” said a Western European lawmaker.
Leaders press to reshape EU under Putin’s aggressive shadow
Wednesday’s Copenhagen summit is a step toward turning the EU into a military power. But the bloc isn’t united and the risks are great.
Finger on the trigger: How NATO is responding to Russia’s airspace violations
Here’s everything you need to know as Western allies seriously consider shooting down Russian aircraft.
NATO’s Rutte to Russia: We’re ready for you
The alliance was meeting to respond to 3 Russian jet fighters crossing into Estonia’s air space on Friday.
No one’s laughing at Trump at the UN this year
The president will likely tout his peacemaking efforts, but much of the world sees him as a disruptor.
Poland will shoot down encroaching Russian aircraft, warns PM Tusk
The Polish prime minister is responding to the growing number of Russian incursions into NATO airspace.
Why Putin won’t end his war against the West
The Russian president has pegged his political survival to a continuous confrontation with America and its allies.
Trump says ready for ‘major’ Moscow sanctions if NATO stops buying Russian oil
U.S. president believes ending Russian oil purchases, combined with hefty tariffs on China, will help bring peace deal in Ukraine.
NATO to bolster eastern flank after Russian drone incursion
NATO’s new Eastern Sentry program will bolster security against Russia.
German military seeks massive troop boost to meet NATO goals
Memo by a top commander calls for more than doubling the size of the German military over the next decade.
South Korea is less interested in its European allies