Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to the United States, threatening to deploy similar missiles in striking distance of the West if Washington proceeds with plans to station long-range missiles in Germany. …
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Italy to Upgrade F35 Fighter Jets with New Weapons Amidst Growing NATO Concerns
Italy is planning to upgrade the weaponry on some of its F35 fighter jets, a defense ministry document revealed. The move, seen as a response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, is part of a wider …
Continue readingZelensky Plays Down Biden’s Putin Mix-Up, Focusing on US Support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has downplayed US President Joe Biden’s gaffe at a NATO summit, where Biden mistakenly referred to Zelensky as Russian President Vladimir Putin. The incident occurred on Thursday, during a speech where …
Continue readingPoland to Spend 5% of GDP on Defense in 2025, Highest in NATO
Poland is set to significantly increase its defense spending in the coming years, aiming to dedicate 5% of its GDP to military capabilities by 2025. This commitment, announced by Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, makes Poland …
Continue readingTaiwan on High Alert as Chinese Military Activity Surges
Taiwan’s defense ministry has reported the detection of 66 Chinese aircraft, including fighter jets and bombers, operating around the island. This significant surge in Chinese military activity near Taiwan has sparked alarm bells, raising concerns …
Continue readingTrump’s Shadow Looms Over NATO Summit, Leaders Move to Safeguard Alliance
As NATO leaders convene in Washington this week, the specter of Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House looms large. Fearful of his past skepticism toward the alliance and transactional approach to foreign policy, …
Continue readingItaly to Spend €7.5 Billion on New Eurofighter Jets to Modernize Air Force
Italy is set to invest nearly €7.5 billion ($8.1 billion) over the next 11 years in the procurement of 24 new Eurofighter jets, according to a document released by the Ministry of Defence. The move …
Continue readingZelensky and New UK PM Starmer Pledge Continued Support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to new British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for reaffirming the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine in its war against Russia. In a statement, Starmer’s office confirmed that the …
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