Ukraine Awaits Details of US-Announced Energy Ceasefire as Russian Attacks Continue

Ukraine Awaits Details of US-Announced Energy Ceasefire as Russian Attacks Continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kyiv is prepared to support an energy ceasefire with Russia but insists that Moscow must reciprocate by halting attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The announcement by US President Donald Trump has raised questions about the terms of the proposed truce, with Russian strikes reported after it was declared. Ukrainian President […]

Rubio Arrives in Portugal as US and Lisbon Seek Stronger Strategic Ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Lisbon on Thursday, October 8, for a high-level visit focused on strengthening cooperation between the United States and Portugal in defence, technology and the economy. Rubio was welcomed by Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, with the two officials later holding talks and a joint press conference at […]

German General Carsten Breuer Elected to Head NATO Military Committee

Germany’s Chief of Defence, General Carsten Breuer, has been elected as the next Chair of NATO’s Military Committee, the alliance’s highest military authority and a key advisory body to its political leadership. The decision was made by the chiefs of defence of NATO’s 32 member states during a meeting in Copenhagen. Breuer to Take Office […]

Hegseth Welcomes German Defence Minister Pistorius at Pentagon

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth welcomed German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to the Pentagon as Washington and Berlin moved to strengthen defence cooperation, military production and NATO capabilities. The two ministers met on Tuesday, September 15, for talks focused on NATO 3.0, increased European defence spending and closer cooperation between the American and German […]

Pentagon’s NATO Review to Prepare U.S. Troop Options for Hegseth by November 6

The Pentagon is accelerating its review of the U.S. military presence in Europe, with at least four options for future troop levels and deployments expected to reach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth by November 6, according to documents reviewed by media outlet. The broader six-month review is scheduled to be completed in December. The review, launched […]

Pentagon Official to Brief NATO Allies as U.S. Europe Force Review Raises Questions

Senior European diplomats are preparing to meet U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby as concerns grow over Washington’s review of American military deployments in Europe and the future direction of the transatlantic alliance. Colby is expected to brief NATO ambassadors at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels on Thursday as European governments seek […]

Estonia Says U.S. Arms Delayed by Iran Conflict Will Arrive in Coming Months

Estonia has confirmed that U.S. weapons shipments delayed by the recent conflict involving Iran are now expected to arrive within the coming months, providing reassurance that critical military modernization efforts remain on track despite temporary disruptions to global defense logistics. The announcement comes as NATO members continue strengthening their defense capabilities amid heightened security concerns […]

Bulgaria Exits Coalition of the Willing, Prioritizes Diplomatic Path on Ukraine

Bulgaria has formally withdrawn from the UK- and France-led Coalition of the Willing, signaling a significant shift in its approach to the war in Ukraine. President Rumen Radev announced that Bulgaria would not participate in the coalition’s military initiatives, emphasizing that his country believes diplomacy not increased military involvement, offers the best path toward ending […]

Trump says NATO’s Refusal to Help on Iran is “Very Foolish Mistake”

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized NATO allies for refusing to participate in the ongoing U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran, calling their position a “very foolish mistake” as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. Speaking from the Oval Office during a meeting with Micheál Martin, Trump expressed frustration that key NATO members […]

Russia Condemns Polish PM Donald Tusk Over Ukraine Strike Remarks

Russia Condemns Polish PM Donald Tusk Over Ukraine Strike Remarks

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has sharply condemned remarks made by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, after he suggested that Ukraine has the right to target Russian affiliated sites across Europe in response to Moscow’s ongoing military aggression. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova issued the statement during a press briefing in Moscow, describing Tusk’s words as a […]