Hegseth’s review of Nato allies appears out of step with what they are already doing The defense secretary is telling European leaders things they already know The Independent UK · Jun 19
UK-France Strait of Hormuz mission fills US mine clearance gap, says Nato chief The planned operation aims to protect and reassure vessels using the strategic sea route with the ending of hostilities Evening Standard · Jun 18
Pete Hegseth accuses Nato countries of ‘free riding’ in combative address US defence secretary addresses allies in latest attempt to get Europe to raise military budgets The Guardian - UK · Jun 18
Poland arrests suspect in killing of anti-Putin Russian artist Polish authorities arrested a man suspected of gunning down a Russian activist who used to openly criticize President Vladimir Putin, with officials saying a link to a foreign intelligence service is likely. The Times of India · Jun 18
Nato’s Rutte refuses to criticise US over Hegseth attack on allies The US defence secretary has announced a review of US forces in Europe and called Nato a ‘paper tiger’ The Independent UK · Jun 18
The Latest: US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open strait According to details released by both countries, President Donald Trump has signed an agreement with Iran that calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and waives U.S.-backed sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely in a major concession from Washington The Independent UK · Jun 18
US will review its military presence in Europe, Hegseth tells NATO US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told a group of NATO defence ministers Thursday that Washington will carry out a sweeping review of its military presence in Europe. The Pentagon chief slammed some European allies for failing to provide US forces access to bases in Europe during the US-Israeli war on… France 24 · Jun 18
‘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 · Jun 18
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 · Jun 18
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 · Jun 17
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. Evening Standard · Jun 17
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 Independent UK · Jun 17
French riot police now working to stop small boat crossings – Starmer Sir Keir Starmer said the new unit had been deployed as part of a ‘landmark’ deal with France. Evening Standard · Jun 17
Germany and Poland to sign a new defense deal as balance of power in Europe shifts Germany and Poland are expected to sign a new defense agreement to strengthen European military cooperation amid tensions with Russia The Independent UK · Jun 17
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16 The Guardian view on defending Europe in a new era: collaboration is the key Editorial: The recent abandonment of plans for a Franco-German fighter jet sent a disastrous signal. Strategic autonomy will be jointly achieved or not at all
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16 Starmer’s waning influence is apparent at awkward G7 summit British prime minister was left making small talk unsure if a meeting with Trump and Zelenskyy was going ahead
Latin Times · Jun 15 Tesla Fires, Zelensky, NATO and Deep Skepticism: What Awaits Trump at the G7 Summit This Week President Donald Trump heads to this week's G7 summit in France facing a packed agenda that includes the war in Ukraine, tensions within NATO, trade disputes and questions about whether his administration's diplomatic push in the Middle East can translate into broader cooperation with America's allies.
France 24 · Jun 14 Thousands of protesters expected in Geneva ahead of nearby G7 summit On the eve of the G7 summit in Evian, France, neighbouring Geneva is expecting thousands of protesters to converge on the city on Sunday, under close police surveillance, more than 20 years after the violence that marred the 2003 G8 summit. The "No-G7" coalition of associations, unions, and left-wing groups…
The Independent UK · Jun 12 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 Guardian - UK · Jun 12 Who is Dan Jarvis, the new defence secretary replacing John Healey? Ex-paratrooper described by colleagues as straight shooter has long seemed destined for role but may not get long
The Independent UK · Jun 12 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 · Jun 12 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 Guardian - UK · Jun 12 As John Healey goes, the political vultures circle Starmer. And so continues our history of PM-icide A small, eccentric electorate gets to oust the UK’s leaders and then chooses largely inadequate replacements. It’s an absurd process and we’re locked into it again, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
The Guardian - UK · Jun 11 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 · Jun 11 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