Estonia Intelligence Warns, NATO Must Bolster Defense To Contain Russia For Next Two Decades

20 Dec 2024

Estonia's Director General of Foreign Intelligence, Kaupo Rosin, has cautioned that for the next 10 to 20 years, NATO will have to focus on containing Russia so that this potential military aggression does not come towards the West. Speaking to Reuters on Tuesday, Rosin said that despite Russia's denial of...

Zelenskyy Gains NATO and Macron’s Support for Stronger Defence

19 Dec 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and French President Emmanuel Macron in Brussels to strengthen Ukraine's air defence and unite Europe in support of Ukraine during the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Meeting with NATO Chief Upon his arrival in Brussels, Zelenskyy held important talks with NATO...

Giorgia Meloni is Europe’s Most Powerful Figure by Politico

11 Dec 2024

Giorgia Meloni, Italy's post-fascist Prime Minister, has been ranked as the most powerful person in Europe by Politico, surpassing 28 other contenders. Known for her insistence on using the masculine form of her title—Il Presidente del Consiglio—Meloni has made headlines for her assertive political style and controversial remarks. In a...

Khamenei Blames US, Israel For Syria’s Chaos, Suggests Turkey’s Hidden Role

11 Dec 2024

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has come with accusations on US and Israel of masterminding the toppling of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, suggesting that the plan was executed in the command rooms of both nations. In a speech on Wednesday, Khamenei also pointed to a neighboring country of Syria...

Thousands Rally For Democracy In Romania Ahead Of Crucial Presidential Runoff

06 Dec 2024

Thousands gathered in Bucharest on Thursday night in a show of support for democracy ahead of Romania's critical presidential election runoff on Sunday. The vote will determine whether Calin Georgescu, a far-right, pro-Russian candidate, or Elena Lasconi, a centrist, pro-European Union leader, will lead the country. With Romania being a...

Russia Shadow War: Europe Faces Surge In Hybrid Attacks As Tensions Reach New Heights

04 Dec 2024

Senior European diplomat has revealed that up to 100 incidents across Europe this year are suspected to be linked to Russian hybrid operations, as Western officials deliberate on how to counter escalating sabotage efforts. Speaking ahead of a NATO meeting in Brussels, Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský emphasized the urgency...

Uk Faces Mounting Pressure To Boost Defence Spending As Trump Eyes Nato Shakeup

03 Dec 2024

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer faces growing pressure from MPs to clarify his government’s defence spending plan as the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump looms. Trump, a vocal critic of NATO, has repeatedly urged member nations to boost their defence budgets, accusing them of over-reliance on US military...

Ukraine’s NATO Dream Faces Setback As Trump’s Return Looms Over Alliance Talks

03 Dec 2024

NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels appeared poised to rebuff Ukraine's bid for accelerated membership, as the alliance prepares for Donald Trump's return to the White House. The incoming US president has pledged to broker a swift resolution to Russia's war, prompting Ukraine to seek strategic assurances ahead of his...

Georgia’s President Calls For European Support As Protests Erupt Over Russia Ties

02 Dec 2024

Georgia President Salome Zourabichvili, currently in a standoff with her own government, urged European nations on Monday to confront what she describes as Russia’s growing influence over her country. Her comments came after four consecutive nights of violent clashes between protesters and police, sparked by the Georgian Dream party’s recent...

German Chancellor Visits Kyiv, Vows Continued Support For Ukraine Amid Tensions

02 Dec 2024

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived in Kyiv on Monday for an unannounced visit, marking his first trip to Ukraine since the early months of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. The Chancellor’s visit comes at a crucial time as Ukraine continues to rely heavily on European support in its fight against...