Canada to decide between German, South Korean submarine bids on Monday Canada is expected Monday to choose between German and South Korean bids to build a multibillion-dollar fleet of 12 submarines The Independent UK · Jul 6
Minister calls on Burnham to show path to 3.5% target on UK defence spending Dan Jarvis, who wants to stay on as defence secretary, says he is confident PM-in-waiting values national security The Guardian - UK · Jul 5
Trump's warning to Nato allies ahead of summit The White House warns Nato allies could face consequences if they do not boost their defence spending to 5% of GDP Evening Standard · Jul 5
Zelensky warns of new Russian attacks as battle for Kostyantynivka continues Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that fighting was continuing for the eastern town of Kostyantynivka, rejecting Moscow's claim that Russian forces had captured the strategic settlement. Zelensky also warned Russia was preparing a new wave of large-scale attacks ahead of this week's NATO summit in Turkey, where he… France 24 · Jul 5
Summit host Turkey eyes major weapons deals with NATO allies Next week's NATO Summit in Ankara is expected to showcase Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rising influence within the alliance, as he aims to use the gathering to overcome resistance to crucial arms deals and highlight the rapid growth of Turkey’s defence industry. Radio France Internationale · Jul 5
French volunteers train with Ukrainian military intelligence's International Legion "I love being a soldier, and the situation in Ukraine touched my heart. So I made this decision with my heart," one French volunteer said of his decision to travel to Ukraine. Euronews · Jul 5
Dabbling Peace, Trump Dials Putin, Zelensky: Post Iran, US May Be Shifting Focus To Ukraine US President Donald Trump has offered help to find a solution to end the Ukraine war during a 90-minute telephonic conversation with Putin. Trump's telephone call on Saturday came ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara on July 7-8.Trump also called Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday. International Business Times · Jul 5
‘The risk is Russia becomes desperate’: the Swedish Baltic Sea island preparing for invasion Civilian resilience initiatives and young military conscripts are being readied should Putin hope to test Nato’s resolve The Guardian - UK · Jul 5
Zelenskyy and Putin hold Fourth of July phone calls with Trump Yuri Ushakov, a Russian presidential aide, said Putin and Trump discussed "the issue of the Ukrainian settlement" in a phone call that lasted an hour and twenty-five minutes. Euronews · Jul 5
Trump to meet with Ukraine, Syria leaders on sidelines of NATO summit US President Donald Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Turkey this week, the White House said on Sunday. Negotiations to end the conflict in Ukraine remain at an impasse, with Moscow demanding the withdrawal of… France 24 · Jul 5
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin hits Kyiv with ballistic missiles hours after Zelensky said attack ‘imminent’ Deadly attack comes hours after White House confirms Zelensky-Trump meeting at Nato summit in Turkey The Independent UK · Jul 5
Turkey eyes F110 fighter jet engines as Trump comes to town US President Donald Trump's upcoming NATO summit visit to Ankara may pave the way for Turkey to acquire crucial fighter jet engines for its KAAN stealth fighter project. While this could boost Turkey's indigenous defense capabilities, analysts believe it won't resolve the long-standing F-35 dispute, which continues to strain US-Turkey… The Economic Times · Jul 5
NATO chief Mark Rutte may have to match his made-for-Trump sales pitch to keep a summit on the rails NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte faces a tough challenge keeping the US committed to the alliance, especially with President Trump demanding "loyalty" beyond financial contributions. Despite Rutte's efforts, including elaborate presentations on European defense spending, Trump remains focused on perceived slights like allies not joining the Iran war. This comes as… The Economic Times · Jul 5
Donald Trump offers to help end Ukraine war during 90-minute call with Putin, Zelenskyy US President Trump has offered to help resolve the Ukraine conflict following separate calls with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. While Russia claims battlefield advances, Ukraine disputes these assertions. Trump's envoys are set to continue mediation efforts ahead of the upcoming NATO summit, where the stalled peace talks… The Times of India · Jul 5
The Guardian - AU · Jul 5 Ukraine war briefing: Trump repositions himself as peacemaker in long call with Putin Ahead of Nato summit in Turkey, Zelenskyy also tells Trump ‘there is a real prospect to end this war’. What we know on day 1,593
The Economic Times · Jul 5 Trump says Netanyahu knows 'who the boss is' ahead of possible White House meet: Report US President Donald Trump revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a White House meeting, potentially next week, following Trump's NATO summit. Despite recent disagreements on regional security and Iran, the leaders aim to meet soon. Trump also commented on the aftermath of the assassination of former Iranian…
The Economic Times · Jul 5 Trump offers to help Putin find deal with Ukraine, also speaks with Zelenskiy President Trump offered to help resolve the Ukraine war during a lengthy call with Vladimir Putin, according to the Kremlin. Trump also spoke with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, who described their discussion as "very good" and noted a "real prospect to end this war." Both leaders plan to continue talks at…
The Times of India · Jul 4 'Knows who the boss is': Trump says Netanyahu requested White House meeting next week US President Donald Trump announced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requested a White House meeting, potentially next week. Trump highlighted their strong relationship, despite recent reports of differing views on regional issues like Iran and Lebanon. The visit, if confirmed, would be significant for Netanyahu ahead of Israel's upcoming elections.…
The Independent UK · Jul 4 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump offers ‘solution’ to Putin in phone call as Kyiv hits St Petersburg oil port Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky said the strike was part of the country’s ‘long-range sanctions plan’
The Independent UK · Jul 4 Strikes continue after Russia’s deadliest attack on Kyiv this year IN FULL
Euronews · Jul 4 NATO's drone problem: Can European industry close the gap? At NATO AIRCOM's Industry Day in Ramstein, Euronews had exclusive access, speaking to military leaders and defence companies about the race to develop cheaper, faster and more effective ways to counter drones.
The Economic Times · Jul 3 What America (still) teaches us Despite perceptions of narcissism, the US has been a significant global positive force, particularly in economics and technology. Its prosperity stems from a blend of natural advantages and deliberate design, including a welcoming immigration policy that fuels innovation and economic growth. Geopolitically, US military spending underpins global security and trade…
The Conversation · Jul 3 The new technologies in the UK defence investment plan Seventy years ago, Britain confronted a dilemma. It wanted to remain a leading military power but no longer had the economic resources to sustain all the conventional capabilities it had inherited from the second world war.
The Times of India · Jul 3 Russia planning armed incursion into Poland to test Nato's response: Report Russia could be preparing a limited military incursion into Poland to test Nato's willingness to respond, according to claims reported by the Daily Mail, citing Polish media and sources close to Poland's leadership. The reported scenario would involve a small-scale provocation rather than a full-scale invasion, with the aim of…
Caixin Global · Jul 3 The Week Ahead (July 6-11): Major Stock Exchanges to Implement New Trading Rules Momenta to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange; the 25th China Internet Conference opens in Beijing