NATO 'committed and ready' after shooting down drone over Lithuania From the Baltics to Poland, Europe's eastern edge is monitoring Russia's war to prevent it spilling over its own borders. Euronews · Sep 15
Bulletin AM briefing: New claims from Diana’s brother and British mum rescued in Malawi Here are five of the biggest stories this morning The Independent UK · Sep 15
Poland launches jets amid fears Russia’s war will spill over borders IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 15
NATO jets shoot down drone over Lithuania in latest Baltic security incident NATO fighter jets shot have down a drone over Lithuania in the latest security incident on Europe's border with Russia as its war with Ukraine continues. Radio France Internationale · Sep 15
Tuesday briefing: How to understand Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland’s joint call for change In today’s newsletter: Plaid Cymru, the SNP and Sinn Féin have signed an agreement for greater powers, as pressure grows on Westminster over the UK’s future The Guardian - UK · Sep 15
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky celebrates major ‘hit’ against Moscow after anti-drone weapon test success Moscow accused Denmark of ‘dangerous’ fly-bys near its warships The Independent UK · Sep 15
Russian warship fires flares at Danish helicopter as Nato jets shoot down drone over Lithuania Ursula von der Leyen says incidents ‘part of broader pattern of Russian aggression and provocation against Europe’ The Guardian - AU · Sep 15
NATO downs drone over Lithuania NATO scrambled fighter jets overnight to shoot down a drone over Lithuania after the latest incursion on the alliance's eastern flank. In a separate incident, Denmark said a Russian warship fired two emergency flares at a Danish helicopter in the Baltic Sea, adding that the Russian ambassador had been summoned… France 24 · Sep 15
Finland joins France's forward nuclear deterrence initiative Finnish President Alexander Stubb stressed that Finland’s "foremost priority" was still to act as part of NATO and the EU and that the French initiative would not "replace or overlap with NATO’s nuclear deterrence." Euronews · Sep 14
Germany to deploy remaining soldiers to Lithuania after volunteer shortfall By the end of 2027, around 4,800 German troops are expected to be stationed permanently in Lithuania as part of the 45th Panzer Brigade, on NATO's eastern flank. Euronews · Sep 14
Bulletin world briefing: Russia responds after Boris Johnson’s near miss with drone Kremlin responds after Boris Johnson’s train in near miss with Russian drone Nato would defeat Russia quickly if we took our gloves off, says Poland Why a historic election in the Philippines is so important amid deadly clashes Sicilian airport suspends all flights amid Mount Etna volcanic ash eruptions Hyrox… The Independent UK · Sep 14
Nato officer suspended after Tinder romance with Russian-born woman sparks spying fears at UK base A Spanish naval commander was removed from his NATO post in the UK and had his national security clearance suspended after authorities raised concerns about his relationship with a woman he met on Tinder suspected of spying for Russia, The Telegraph reported. The Times of India · Sep 14
Finland joins French nuclear umbrella amid European security push Finland has decided to join France’s nuclear deterrence umbrella in a bid to bolster regional security in the face of uncertainty over the United States' commitment to Europe and NATO. Radio France Internationale · Sep 14
State of the Union: Did von der Leyen make good on last year's promises? Did Ursula von der Leyen deliver on all the promises she made in last year's State of the Union speech? Euronews puts her work to the test. Euronews · Sep 14
Euronews · Sep 14 12 European nations call on EU to expand Arctic presence amid growing threats Speaking to reporters on Monday, Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, said the bloc had to remain "vigilant" in the face of increasing Russian military activity in the Arctic, as well as China's growing interest in the region.
Euronews · Sep 14 Hungary moves to amend controversial child protection law after EU court ruling Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has announced amendments to the country’s child protection law, which the EU’s top court ruled discriminatory in April. The changes could end discrimination against sexual minorities and help unlock further EU funding for Hungary.
Radio France Internationale · Sep 14 France says Russia seeks to 'intimidate' EU with train attack near Poland France and the European Union have condemned a Russian strike on a passenger train on the Polish border that has raised concerns about the risks of the war spreading closer to EU and NATO territory.
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Poland makes confident prediction over Russian threat – even without US support IN FULL
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Poland pledges to strengthen security after drone strikes along border with Ukraine Poland has pledged increased security along its border with Ukraine
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Nato would defeat Russia quickly if ‘we took our gloves off’, says Poland Poland’s foreign minister said that the alliance had ‘overwhelming air superiority’ over Moscow
Euronews · Sep 14 France and Germany struggle to get their act together on European defence As the EU faces immense pressure to invest in defence and manage its own security, deep-rooted strategic divisions between France and Germany are surfacing, preventing an effective European approach.
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Russia will celebrate almost killing Boris Johnson – this is Putin’s plan for chaos ANALYSIS: Johnson and other signatories had a close call on Ukraine’s border with Poland - it’s all part of Putin’s plan even if it was a fluke, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Sweden's next government uncertain with thin lead for left-wing opposition after tight election Sweden’s next government remains uncertain as the national election inches toward a final result
The National (Scotland) · Sep 14 Boris Johnson narrowly escapes Russian drone attack 'possibly meant for him' A RUSSIAN drone attack on a station in Ukraine may have been aimed at a train carrying dignitaries including Boris Johnson, the country’s railways…
Euronews · Sep 14 Carney's EU courtship shifts up a gear ahead of Strasbourg visit Good morning and welcome to Monday. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: Canada’s EU charm offensive steps up, Latvia’s Prime Minister weighs in on the Russian threat, and Trump unexpectedly reignites Irish reunification debate.