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US ambassador suggests Germany take NATO's top military role in future

For decades, a US general or admiral has held the post as head of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. Now, more signs from Washington point to a change coming in the future.

Euronews

Trump Humiliated in Peace Talks: Putin Set to 'Weaken the Resolve of the United States'

NATO Ambassador Matthew Whitaker admits there is truth to claims that Vladimir Putin is weakening US resolve, as lawmakers slam Trump's initial peace plan as a surrender.

International Business Times UK

US wants Germany to take over as Nato commander, Trump envoy says

Nato’s supreme allied commander is a position traditionally held by a US commander

The Independent UK

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Tested By Russia, NATO Looks To Strengthen Its Defences

NATO defence ministers will look Wednesday at shoring up the alliance's ability to counter Russian air incursions, as fears grow that Moscow is testing the West in a grey zone between war and peace.

International Business Times

Thursday briefing: Why Russia’s drone attack marks ‘a new level of hostility’ in the war

In today’s newsletter: More than a dozen drones entered Polish airspace, the first time in the war a Nato country has been pulled into direct military action – and a notable escalation

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine war briefing: US ambassador to Nato says Zelenskyy could attend Alaska summit but decision is Trump’s

Matthew Whitaker spoke as Europeans put pressure on US to include Ukrainian president in meeting with Putin. What we know on day 1,265

The Guardian - AU

Trump’s Russia sanctions refusal leaves Europe with few options but to wait

Frustration is growing amid increasing signs US could wash its hands of Ukraine, but some observers counsel patience

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NATO Hatches Deal On Higher Spending To Keep Trump Happy

NATO foreign ministers meeting in Antalya from Wednesday will look to forge a compromise deal on ramping up defence spending as allies scramble to satisfy US President Donald Trump's demand to agree to five percent of GDP at a summit next month.

International Business Times

Trump wants to hear how allies plan to boost defence spending, NATO envoy says

Trump insists NATO members should commit to spending at least 5% of GDP on defence, but that would require investment at an unprecedented scale.

Euronews

The hidden power of marathon Senate speeches: What history tells us about Cory Booker’s 25-hour oration

Democratic U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey made history on April 1, 2025, when he stood on the Senate floor and spoke for 25 hours and five minutes, delivering the longest floor speech in the history of the U.S. Senate.

The Conversation

Trans-Atlantic differences remain as Trump huddles with NATO boss - Roll Call

President Trump and NATO Secretary General Rutte spoke on several topics of disagreement as they met at the White House on Thursday.

Roll Call

Senate panel backs diplomatic nominees after Democratic delay - Roll Call

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee backed three nominees for diplomatic posts, including the ambassador to NATO.

Roll Call

Trump's speech, spending talks to dominate this week in Congress - Roll Call

President Donald Trump's Tuesday address to a joint session of Congress headlines another busy week at the Capitol.

Roll Call

NATO Secretary General Meets With President-Elect Trump In Florida

NATO Secretary General Rutte and President-elect Trump discuss global security challenges and defense spending within the alliance in a meeting in Palm Bea...

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The Independent UK

Trump’s NATO pick used to work for company offering a ‘masculine toilet’ for well-endowed men

Matthew Whitaker once worked for a business that promoted left-field inventions before it was shut down by the Federal Trade Commission

International Business Times

Trump NATO Ambassador Nominee Linked to Scam Company That Promoted 'Masculine Toilets' for Men with Big Penises

Former Attorney General Matthew Whitaker faces renewed scrutiny over his role in a fraudulent company that marketed bizarre products like the "Masculine Toilet"

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Former Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker Appointed U.S. Ambassador

President-elect Trump selects Matthew Whitaker as U.S. ambassador to NATO, emphasizing his qualifications and the alliance's challenges.

Roll Call

Trump picks loyalist Whitaker to be 'America First' envoy to NATO - Roll Call

President-elect Trump chose Matthew Whitaker, a loyalist who briefly was acting attorney general in his first term, to be NATO ambassador.

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President-Elect Trump Nominates Matthew Whitaker As NATO Ambassador

President-elect Trump selects Matthew Whitaker as U.S. ambassador to NATO, emphasizing commitment to U.S. interests and global peace.

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Former President Trump's Bond Amount Reduced In Civil Fraud Case

Former President Trump's legal battles and reduced bond amount in New York civil fraud case spark debate on fairness and political implications.

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