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NATO summit in Turkey tests alliance on Ukraine war and defense spending
With pressure mounting on the Atlantic alliance, President Donald Trump travels to Turkey for a NATO summit centered on Russia’s war in Ukraine and demands for faster military spending ...
UK pledges fresh funding for OSCE Ukraine support programme
Amid heightened geopolitical tensions across the OSCE region, the UK is announcing additional backing for the organisation's conflict prevention work and its support efforts for Ukraine. The move ...
Ireland faces pressure over alumina export probe linked to Russia arms supply
Ireland is nearing the end of an investigation into whether alumina exported from its Aughinish Alumina plant to Russia is feeding aluminium production for weapons. The issue gains added weight as ...
Ireland faces sanctions pressure over Russian-owned alumina plant during EU presidency
Ireland is under renewed pressure to curb exports from the Russian-owned Aughinish Alumina plant as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presses for new EU sanctions during a visit to Dublin. The issue ...
UK urges Russia to engage in ceasefire talks on Ukraine
The UK says its support for Ukraine remains long term as it pushes for a just and lasting peace that protects the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The statement argues that ...
UK urges Russia to engage in ceasefire talks on Ukraine
The UK says its support for Ukraine remains long term as it pushes for a just and lasting peace that protects the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The statement argues that ...
European Commission starts €3.9 billion drone disbursement under Ukraine support loan
The European Commission is starting a €3.9 billion disbursement for drone procurement to support Ukraine's defence during Russia's ongoing war. The payment is the first part of an initial ...
UK and NATO discuss defence investment plan and shipping security
With the NATO summit in Ankara approaching, the UK and the alliance are aligning on defence readiness, Ukraine support and maritime security priorities. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and NATO ...
UK defence suppliers face investment drag as spending plan delay hits orders
Britain's delayed Defence Investment Plan is straining smaller defence companies as contract awards slow and investment decisions are put on hold. The uncertainty is also pushing more suppliers to ...
UK-backed World Bank finance channels $1 billion to Ukraine recovery
As Ukraine seeks to keep core public services operating during the war, a new UK-backed financing package is set to reinforce budget support and recovery efforts. The World Bank approval of the $1 ...
Andy Burnham’s foreign policy stance points to NATO continuity and possible UK-EU reset
As Andy Burnham emerges as Britain’s likely next prime minister, his limited public record on international affairs is drawing closer scrutiny across Labour and diplomatic circles. Allies expect ...
U.S. senators back NATO defense spending push and continued Ukraine support
At a pivotal point for European and global security, bipartisan leaders of the Senate NATO Observer Group say the transatlantic alliance must stay focused on deterrence and collective defense. ...
Poland opposition pushes to block Ukraine EU talks amid widening political rift
Poland’s domestic dispute over Ukraine is intensifying as opposition leader Jarosław Kaczyński urges Warsaw to halt Kyiv’s EU accession negotiations. The clash adds political pressure to ...
Senate leaders back Darrell Owens nomination for U.S. OSCE envoy role
With the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly set to meet in The Hague on July 4, two senior U.S. senators are pressing for swift action on Darrell Owens' nomination as U.S. representative to the body with ...
UK advances Brakestop missile program for Ukraine without U.S. components
Britain is moving ahead with a new long-range missile effort for Ukraine as Kyiv and its allies seek greater control over weapons deployment in the war against Russia. The three prototypes are ...
Italy-U.S. political ties face new strain as Meloni rejects Trump's photo claim
Tensions between Rome and Washington are escalating after Giorgia Meloni forcefully denied Donald Trump's claim that she asked him for a photo during the recent G7 summit. The dispute prompts ...
EU outreach to Russia faces summit backlash over Ukraine diplomacy
European leaders meeting in Brussels are pushing back against an attempt by European Council President António Costa to reopen contacts with Russia as the bloc seeks a role in stalled Ukraine ...
Austria backs EU push to reopen Putin talks over Ukraine
European capitals are debating whether direct outreach to Moscow can revive stalled efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Austria's Chancellor Christian Stocker says the EU should use what he calls ...
EU opens communication channels with Kremlin over potential Ukraine talks
European officials are testing whether direct contact with Moscow could prepare the ground for a future role in efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The outreach comes as EU capitals weigh how far ...
Netherlands expands military support for Ukraine with $580 million weapons pledge
The Netherlands is increasing its defence support for Ukraine with a new commitment focused on drones and air defence equipment. The package is valued at 500 million euros, including 250 million ...
U.S. senators urge Trump administration to end Russia sanctions relief
With a sanctions waiver for Russian oil sales set to expire on June 17, two senior Democratic senators are pressing the Trump administration not to extend the measure. The appeal links the ...
