Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump pushes Zelensky to reach peace deal with Putin and claims Kremlin is ‘ready’ Trump says Zelenky’s ‘got even less cards’ now The Independent UK · Mar 6
Will the Iran war go global? This article was first published in The Conversation UK’s World Affairs Briefing email. Sign up to receive weekly analysis of the latest developments in international relations, direct to your inbox. The Conversation · Mar 5
How dangerous has the conflict in Iran become? Expert Q&A The conflict in the Middle East is now in its sixth day and is showing no sign of letting up. Israeli and US warplanes have continued to strike targets inside Iran, which has prompted retaliatory attacks throughout the region. An American submarine has also sunk an Iranian navy ship off… The Conversation · Mar 5
Turkey fears it will pick up the bill for Washington's war in Iran Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is intensifying diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war after an Iranian missile was shot down approaching Turkey. The country worries it could be among those most affected by the conflict, as rising oil prices threaten the nation’s fragile economy and a potential Iranian refugee… Radio France Internationale · Mar 5
The US-Iran war has divided Europe, leaving Spain in a critical position The impacts of the joint US-Israeli operation against Iran, which began on February 28, will be felt globally in ways that we cannot yet foresee. Financial markets are reacting negatively to the offensive, and the price of Brent crude oil has risen by 25% since the attack began. The Conversation · Mar 5
Spanish politician declares new ‘terror’ alliance, and this time, the US is on the wrong side Spain and the U.S. are locked in a political he-said, she-said. We Got This Covered · Mar 5
Iran denies firing missile towards Turkey after Nato interception as crisis spreads beyond Middle East Nato air defences destroyed a ballistic missile that was tired towards the country on Wednesday The Independent UK · Mar 5
Spain denies US claim of military cooperation on Iran as rift deepens Spain has doubled down on its opposition to Washington's use of its bases against Iran, after US President Donald Trump's threats of trade reprisals over the spat deepened a rift between the NATO allies. Radio France Internationale · Mar 5
‘Bro that’s a sovereign country’: Donald Trump’s reaction to Spain refusing to grant access to their bases is ‘we could’ if ‘we want’ It has now become very clear to the American people that Donald Trump will go to any lengths to engage in a blatant display of power. In another example of this behaviour, Trump, after allying with Benjamin Netanyahu, launched an attack on Iran on February 28, 2026, and overthrew its… The Mary Sue · Mar 4
Lindsey Graham Blasts Spain for Refusing to Participate in Trump’s War Against Iran Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain, has taken a firm stance against military action in Iran. To that, Senator Lindsey Graham had a few comments to spare. The Mary Sue · Mar 4
Iran war spreads across the world as US warns: ‘We have only just begun’ US Navy torpedo sinks Iranian warship as Britain says more chartered rescue flights will leave Oman ‘in the coming days’ The Independent UK · Mar 4
The Guardian view on the US-UK relationship: Trump is pushing Britain closer to Europe Editorial: An unreliable and volatile American president makes a compelling case for closer security and defence cooperation with continental allies The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
How the war in Iran is testing Europe’s US military base network Differences among European allies over the war in Iran are focusing attention on the network of American military bases located across the continent, as Washington presses partners to allow their use for strikes that President Donald Trump says could last “another month or more”. Radio France Internationale · Mar 4
Euronews · Mar 4 Pedro Sánchez defies Trump in biggest gamble yet as Madrid says no to war As audacious as opportunistic, the Spanish PM clashes with Trump and revives the 'no to war' movement. Sánchez bets on a Villepin moment that can energize his progressive base and crown him leader of the left. But his strategy comes with risks attached from security to business.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 The wars the UK has fought alongside the US – and when Britain has refused IN FOCUS: Harry Cockburn reports on how 80 years of the 'special relationship' have informed international conflict, after Donald Trump lashed out at the British prime minister
The Times of India · Mar 4 Iran’s first strike on alliance member? Turkey says Nato defences destroy missile heading for its airspace NATO air and missile defence systems intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran heading towards Turkish airspace, marking the first direct impact on a NATO member. Turkey condemned Iran's escalating regional strikes, warning against actions that could further widen the conflict and vowing to defend its territory.
The Conversation · Mar 4 Front lines of humor: Dark humor voices Ukrainians’ hopes for victory In 1991, a simple line appeared in Broom, a Lithuanian satire and humor journal. “A shortest joke: Communism,” it said. A one-liner to celebrate the collapse of the Soviet Union.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Worried allies warn Trump he has to endorse Cornyn as Democrat James Talarico sweeps to victory in primary: Report President Donald Trump has so far refrained from backing either incumbent Republican senator or MAGA challenger but may now have his hand forced following win for Democratic rising star
Evening Standard · Mar 4 OPINION - So Sir Keir Starmer is no Churchill? Trump is no Franklin D Roosevelt The US president’s imperious approach to Britain and his allies does not disguise the incoherence of his war aims in Iran
The Independent UK · Mar 4 British military and diplomatic leaders attack Trump over ‘Starmer is no Churchill’ jibe ‘Trump is quite rude about quite a lot of friendly prime ministers,’ says former ambassador
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 Ex-Nato commander defends Starmer after Trump’s ‘no Winston Churchill’ jibe Gen Sir Richard Shirreff says US president has launched war of choice in Iran with no clear grasp of how it will end
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 ‘Any threat against member state is threat against the EU’, says commissioner in response to Trump comments – as it happened Stéphane Séjourné is the latest high-profile name to express solidarity with Spain over Trump’s comments last night
The Independent UK · Mar 3 Trump official issues stark warning Canada ‘needs to step up’ militarily IN FULL
The Independent UK · Mar 3 Trump defense official tells MAGA senator that Canada ‘needs to step up’ militarily The Trump official said his department has been in ‘continuing’ contact with Canada about NATO targets, NORAD and a potential Golden Dome missile defense program