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US military's plan for ground operation to seize Iran's Uranium was paused by Trump: Report

US military leaders secretly briefed on a plan to enter Iran and seize nuclear material. Top General Dan Caine cut short a NATO meeting for these critical briefings. President Donald Trump halted the high-risk operation after warnings of severe Iranian retaliation and US casualties. Discussions about seizing enriched uranium continue…

The Economic Times

Kosovo's 'Groundhog Day' politics

Right now, the path the EU and NATO faces another set back. There's been no functioning government, despite three elections in less in 16 months.

France 24

Keir Starmer stands by his defence plan – now his rivals must set out theirs

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Whoever is prime minister in the coming weeks has an important spending decision to make – one that will have a bearing on national security

The Independent UK

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EU agrees to launch membership talks with Ukraine next week even as war with Russia drags on

The European Union has agreed to start membership talks with Ukraine next week

The Independent UK

The Latest: Judge extends block on Trump’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund

A federal judge has agreed to extend a court-ordered block on the Trump administration’s creation and operation of a $1.8 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: German army chief sends grave warning to Nato over Russian threat

German army chief sends ominous warning over Russia’s threat to Nato Ukrainian attack on Crimea bridge ‘destroys 50 Russian military vehicles’ Horror motorway crash in Hungary leaves seven dead and two injured Air India marks first crash anniversary without launching final investigation Chinese man survives at sea for a week…

The Independent UK

US withdraws long-range military capabilities from NATO

The move comes at a particularly tense moment, with US Donald Trump increasingly angry at NATO allies over their refusal to join his war on Iran.

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Starmer admits he must ‘turn things around’ as defence resignations rock his leadership

The defence secretary and the armed forces minister quit just hours apart

The Independent UK

Russia will be ready to attack Nato in three years, says German army chief

European defence chiefs have consistently warned that Putin is a threat to Europe

The Independent UK

Washington plans to slash fighter jets and warships to NATO in Europe, US media report

The reported cutbacks come as European nations race to bolster their defence capacities since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 sparked fears that Moscow could attack a NATO country.

Euronews

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NATO weighs options to defend Europe as the US plans for conflict elsewhere

NATO’s top military officer is considering new plans to defend Europe if Russia attacks

The Independent UK

What John Healey’s resignation as defence secretary means for Keir Starmer and the UK

John Healey resigned as defence secretary following continued disagreement between Downing Street, the Treasury and the Ministry of Defence over the defence investment plan. Healey said the plan falls “well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time”.

The Conversation

US plans major cut to fighter jets, warships for NATO operations in Europe, NYT reports

The United States is set to significantly reduce its aircraft and warships available for NATO operations in Europe, impacting long-range strike and surveillance capabilities. This move includes cutting fighter jets, reconnaissance planes, and aerial refuelling tankers. NATO acknowledges a historical over-reliance on US forces, suggesting a shift towards greater European…

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NATO to cut troop numbers in Kosovo amid 'improved security situation'

The cuts are to be carried out "gradually and in line with conditions on the ground," NATO said.

The Guardian - UK

Starmer defends investment on defence as he vows to fight any leadership challenge – as it happened

The prime minister defended the ‘hard-edged decisions’ he has made to cut funding from other departments to spend more on defence

International Business Times UK

Outgoing Armed Forces Minister Says UK Military Is Buying Weapons for the Wrong War

UK Defence Secretary and Armed Forces Minister resign, criticising military investment strategy. They argue for a shift towards modern technologies like drones, reflecting lessons from Ukraine's conflict.

The Economic Times

From white knuckles to open barbs, Trump, Macron bring rocky history to G7 summit

The bond between US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron began with a firm handshake but has since seen open disagreements. Tensions are expected at the upcoming G7 summit in France. Early on, Macron managed Trump's mercurial nature, but the bromance has faded. Now, they openly trade barbs…

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UK defence minister quits with stinging rebuke of PM Starmer

LONDON - British Defence Secretary John Healey quit on Thursday, accusing beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the finance ministry of failing to commit enough money to protect the country.

France 24

UK defence chief steps down, accuses Starmer of making Britain 'less safe'

British Defence Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury of failing to provide sufficient funding for the armed forces. The departure deepens pressure on Starmer ahead of a crucial by-election, with Healey warning that the government's delayed long-term defence investment plan could leave…

The Guardian - UK

UK defence funding crisis has been a long time coming

John Healey’s complaint is that Starmer sat on this problem for months before making a derisory offer

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on John Healey: the defence secretary’s resignation undermines Labour as well as Keir Starmer

Editorial: The party stalwart’s blistering attack is not just a problem for the prime minister – it makes the task of a successor far harder

AAP

UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military

U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, saying the government is not willing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threats

The Guardian - UK

The UK defence minister’s shock resignation is a warning for all of Europe

John Healey is right about the risk of wars. But it has become politically treacherous for Nato leaders to borrow for defence, says the European Policy Centre’s Paul Taylor

The Guardian - UK

John Healey quitting defence puts a time bomb under No 10. He is a loyalist: this is no ordinary departure

He served through the eras of Blair, Brown, Miliband and Corbyn in a party that knows and respects him. It will matter that even his patience has run out, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

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