The Latest Breaking News from NATO

Air Force Major Arrested at Capitol Over Trump Impeachment Call Detained Again: Now 'Ordered Into Pretrial Confinement'

Air Force Major Jason Watson faces potential court-martial after calling for Trump's impeachment. Detained in Maryland, his case highlights military legal challenges and public support.

International Business Times UK · Aug 21

Europe’s hollowed-out armies: The race to find 100,000 soldiers

The European Commissioner for Defence, Andrius Kubilius, says Europe needs to be able to rapidly deploy around 100,000 troops to deter a potential Russian attack. Experts warn about the problems meeting this target.

Euronews · Aug 21

What we know as Nato jets destroy explosive-laden ‘Russian sea drone’

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The Independent UK · Aug 20

NATO 3.0 rebrand is 'lipstick on a pig', says former US ambassador

The transatlantic relationship has changed profoundly since Donald Trump's return to the White House, and the concept of NATO 3.0 epitomises the transformation. But what does it actually mean?

Euronews · Aug 20

16 killed, 33 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv and surrounding region

US President Donald Trump had authorised Ukraine to obtain licences to manufacture Patriot air defence systems, but later reversed the decision.

Euronews · Aug 20

Russian strikes kill nine in Kyiv region

KYIV - Russian bombardments killed at least 13 people and wounded dozens in Ukraine’s capital and its surrounding region overnight, authorities said on Thursday, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urging a global response to Moscow's "escalation" of the four-year war.

Bangkok Post · Aug 20

Russian missile strikes kill at least 16 in and around Kyiv overnight

A Russian missile barrage on Thursday killed at least 16 people in Kyiv and the surrounding region, local authorities said, with explosions echoing across the capital throughout the night. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia had been preparing the attack "for a long time".

France 24 · Aug 20

NATO wants thousands of AI drones guarding its borders — but there’s one thing they won’t be allowed to do

NATO plans to bolster its eastern defenses with AI assisted drones, but won’t give the autonomous technology the power to engage targets without human oversight

TechRadar · Aug 20

"Most welcome, perhaps long overdue": MJ Akbar backs US envoy to India Gor's J-K remarks

MJ Akbar welcomed the US Ambassador's statement on Jammu and Kashmir being an important part of India. He hoped this position would be reiterated by the US Ambassador in Pakistan. Akbar also questioned the implications and future steps of the recent Mecca Pact. He sought clarity on the pact's objectives…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

New rung on Iran's escalation ladder: A smart tactic or NATO war?

Iran reportedly considers attacking US military sites in Europe as a warning. This strategy aims to deter Washington from escalating its conflict with Tehran. Such actions could expose US forces and logistics across a wider geography. European nations might question hosting American troops due to retaliation risks. Iran seeks to…

The Economic Times · Aug 19