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The Latest Breaking News from NATO

Trump’s war secretary tears into UK’s lack of defence plan as Dan Jarvis arrives at Nato summit empty-handed

Pete Hegseth announces review of forces in Europe as he says era of other countries ‘free riding’ US is over

The Independent UK

Hegseth blasts NATO, vows review of US forces in Europe

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has harshly criticised ‌NATO members over defence spending as he announced a re-evaluation of US military forces in Europe.

AAP

Hegseth says Europe must take the lead on building 'NATO 3.0'

US president Donald Trump has repeatedly pushed for European NATO allies to divert more money to defence spending.

Euronews

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‘If Ukraine burns, your Moscow will burn,’ Zelenskyy warns after overnight strikes in Russia – as it happened

Ukraine’s president ramps up rhetoric after overnight drone strikes on Russian capital

The Guardian - UK

Hegseth urges Europe to lead continent's defence, calls for 'NATO 3.0'

America's Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is calling for a stronger NATO. He wants European nations to take charge of their continent's defense. This shift aims to create a powerful military alliance capable of deterring threats. The US is also boosting its own defense spending. Allies must step up to ensure…

The Economic Times

Pentagon chief urges Europe to take the lead as he pushes a 'NATO 3.0' reboot

U_S_ Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says America’s European allies must lead their own defense and help turn NATO into a "hard line military alliance."

The Independent UK

Newsletter: Zelenskyy in town for talks with NATO and EU leaders

Also in this newsletter: Former US commander general Ben Hodges reacts to the signing of the US-Iran peace deal, and former French Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire tells Euronews the EU needs to function as a core group of six.

Euronews

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Ukraine strikes Moscow oil refinery for second time this week

It comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Brussels.

Euronews

Europe Today: NATO, Ukraine and the battle over Europe's future budget

NATO defence ministers are gathering to prepare for next month’s leaders’ summit in Ankara. Among those attending is Pentagon chief and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Euronews

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin strikes Kharkiv after warning of ‘massive’ retaliation for oil refinery attack

Russia threatens ‘coordinate strikes on a regular basis’ after Ukraine’s biggest assault on Moscow

The Independent UK

Finland's parliament passes bill in support of lifting total ban on nuclear weapons

Finland dropped decades of military non-alliance to join NATO in April 2023 in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Euronews

US is interested in a Polish offer for a permanent US military base, Polish official says

Poland's deputy defense minister says the U.S. is interested in establishing a permanent military base in Poland

The Independent UK

Germany and Poland sign new defence deal as balance of power in Europe shifts

Poland’s importance as a logistics hub for Ukraine, alongside its growing economy and heavy defence investment, has made it a compelling partner for Germany and other core European countries.

Euronews

UK to show ‘strong commitment’ to defence amid Nato chief’s challenge

Mark Rutte has called on Nato allies to ‘present clear, concrete and credible plans’ for how they are raising defence spending to 3.5% of GDP.

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Reason

Is Europe Finally Taking Responsibility for Its Own Defense?

The annual G7 summit comes at a pivotal time in U.S.-European relations, as the continent grapples with an American foreign policy that demands greater European autonomy.

Euronews

Rutte heads to Washington to smooth NATO tensions ahead of July summit

EXCLUSIVE: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is travelling to Washington next Tuesday ahead of the annual NATO summit in Ankara in July. Relations between the US and its NATO allies have been strained after Trump accused European nations of abandoning the US during its war in Iran.

The Independent UK

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is downplaying the impact of the Trump administration's decision to reduce military support for allies

The Times of India

Longer than World War I: 10 ways Russia-Ukraine conflict has changed the world for decades to come — for better or worse

The Russia-Ukraine war, now longer than WWI, is fundamentally reshaping global order. It has triggered NATO expansion, a European arms race, and elevated drone warfare. Russia faces deep dependency on China, while North Korea and Iran profit as key arms suppliers. Beijing learns from Moscow's failures, and India navigates US…

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The Economic Times

US not 'pulling away' from allies by cutting NATO commitments: Mark Rutte

United States is reducing its military assets pledged to NATO. NATO chief Mark Rutte stated this is not a US withdrawal but an adjustment. European nations are expected to assume greater responsibility for their own defence. This move comes as NATO leaders prepare for a summit with US President Donald…

The Economic Times

US President Donald Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France

Global economic leaders gather in France amid rising inflation and oil prices. A recent deal between the U.S. and Iran offers optimism, but the war's economic impact persists. Central banks have raised interest rates. G7 nations aim to avoid conflict with U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on narrower economic issues.…

International Business Times UK

Leaked Peter Thiel Retreat Agenda Included 'Build-a-Cult' and 'How's Your Sex Life?' Sessions

A data breach exposed the agenda and attendee list of Peter Thiel's Dialog retreat, revealing unusual session titles and raising privacy concerns about the exclusive event.

Euronews

Patriot, IRIS-T, Flamingo: Germany's long-range weapons gap

Global shortages of Patriot missiles are putting air defence systems under pressure. Germany's IRIS-T offers one answer, but Berlin still lacks the long-range firepower needed for deep strikes.

The Guardian - UK

Lib Dems to urge Labour to drop ‘torpor and timidity’ on EU and rejoin single market

Exclusive: Ed Davey to make call ahead of 10th anniversary of Brexit vote, in strengthening of party’s position on EU

Euronews

European defence spending: Poland spends larger share of GDP than US

Defence spending across European NATO is at its highest since the Cold War, with countries closest to Russia spending the most. But the continent is splitting between front-line states racing towards 5% of GDP and a large group doing the bare minimum.

Euronews

Germany and Poland set to boost military cooperation and shared duties in new defence deal

Berlin and Warsaw are set to expand their defence collaborations in a new deal aiming to boost plans to protect the Baltic Sea and enhance military cooperation and communications between the two European allies.

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