NATO
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas seeks to expand Russian sanctions by one third
The push for heightened financial pressure comes as Moscow and Kyiv intensify long-range strikes and drones enter NATO airspace.
Ukraine launches one of its largest drone attacks on Russia killing at least six people
While Ukraine scales its deep-strike capacity to hit Russian targets 1,500 miles away, Kyiv remains vulnerable to ballistic missiles due to an air defense deficit.
Belgian minister defends Italian PM Meloni against Donald Trump remarks
Belgian Defence Minister Theo Francken has urged Donald Trump to stop targeting Giorgia Meloni, warning that ongoing friction risks isolating the United States.
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least 22 people ahead of NATO summit
Massive Russian assaults on Kyiv have devastated residential areas and critical infrastructure just hours before President Zelenskyy attends a NATO summit.
NATO Chief Rutte faces Turkey summit challenge as Trump demands loyalty
As NATO leaders gather in Ankara, Secretary-General Mark Rutte must navigate internal tensions as the U.S. shifts its focus from fiscal benchmarks to political alignment.
Trump faces test of NATO unity at upcoming Ankara summit
NATO leaders meet in the Turkish capital to address internal divisions and reaffirm mutual defense commitments amid geopolitical instability. The summit faces uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump prioritizes political loyalty over traditional fiscal contributions.