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If You Attack US Personnel, You Attack NATO- UK Warns Iran
The United Kingdom has a deep and broad relationship with the United States, built on shared values, common interests, and a long history of cooperation. This special relationship extends to defense and security matters, where the two countries collaborate closely, including within NATO. Given this context, it’s plausible that the UK would warn Iran against […]
Protest Erupt in The Hague Against NATO, Protesters Sue For Peace
Hundreds of people gathered in The Hague, Netherlands, to protest against the upcoming NATO summit and increased military spending, amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The demonstration, held on Sunday, also condemned Israel’s war in Gaza and the Israel-Iran conflict, hours after the US targeted three nuclear sites in Iran in a sudden escalatory […]
Spain Rejects NATO’s 5% Defence Spending Hike
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has asked to opt out of NATO’s proposed defence spending target of 5 percent of GDP, risking disruption to a key agreement expected at next week’s alliance summit. In a letter addressed to NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Sanchez urged the alliance to adopt a more flexible framework. “Committing to a […]
Canada to Meet NATO Spending Threshold Ahead of Schedule
Canada will meet the NATO defense spending threshold of 2 percent of its gross domestic product this year, ahead of schedule, according to Prime Minister Mark Carney. This move marks a significant shift in Canada’s defense strategy, as the country aims to reduce its reliance on the United States and strengthen its relationship with the […]
Europe Cuts Interest Rates Amid Trump’s Tariffs
The European Central Bank (ECB) has cut its key interest rates for the eighth time in just over a year, reducing it from 2.25% to 2%, amid warnings about continuing pressure on the eurozone from Donald Trump’s tariffs. ECB President Christine Lagarde attributed much of the uncertainty surrounding the economy to trade policies, stating that […]
NATO Pressed to Agree on Defense Spending Hike
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged NATO members to commit to a significant increase in defense spending, targeting 5% of GDP, ahead of a crucial summit later this month. This push follows President Donald Trump’s demand for allies to bolster their defense investments. Hegseth emphasized the need for “combat-ready capabilities,” stating, “To be an […]
Poland Votes in Tight Presidential Election
Voters in Poland are casting their ballots to elect the next president in a closely contested election between liberal mayor of Warsaw Rafal Trzaskowski and conservative historian Karol Nawrocki. The election is expected to be a close contest, with neither candidate likely to reach the required 50% threshold for victory, making a run-off on June […]
Russia and US Set to Reconvene for Talks on Ukraine Conflict
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov announced today that representatives from Russia and the United States are scheduled to meet once again in two weeks. This upcoming dialogue follows their initial discussions aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has persisted for nearly three years. The forthcoming meeting will take place in a […]