Czechia must proceed with American F-35 purchase at this stage, PM says – POLITICO
Czechia will go ahead with the purchase of 24 American F-35 fighter jets but is seeking to improve…
EU leaders warn Europe must become a defense ‘giant’ as US role wanes – POLITICO
“The biggest change in the fundamental reorientation is going on across the Atlantic: a rethinking that has shaken…
Mark Rutte’s Trump flattery strains NATO – POLITICO
But in private, he is more forthright with Trump, according to a person familiar with Rutte’s thinking. “The…
Europe can’t defend itself without the US, NATO’s Rutte warns – POLITICO
Rutte went on to insist that the EU allow Ukraine to spend part of the bloc’s upcoming €90…
New US defense strategy downgrades Europe, elevates Greenland to American priority – POLITICO
The document argues that Europe is economically and militarily capable of defending itself, noting that non-U.S. NATO members…
NATO allies fire back at Trump over Afghan war remarks – POLITICO
“I will never forget [U.K. soldiers’] courage, their bravery and the sacrifice that they made for their country,”…
NATO’s Rutte says Europe should actually ‘be happy’ Trump’s in charge – POLITICO
According to Rutte, the big economies in Europe — including Spain, Italy and France — would have never…
UK defense facing cuts despite spending boost, says army chief – POLITICO
Asked if this meant cuts to programs or pushing them back, Knighton said: “All of those things are…
Europe’s year of existential risk – POLITICO
Activists protest outside Downing street against the recent policies of Donald Trump. | Guy Smallman/Getty Images Meanwhile, European…
Orbán says unsure who started Russia-Ukraine war – POLITICO
When Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, he said two of…
Merz’ spontaner Belgien-Besuch – Europa misstraut Trumps Ukraine-Kurs – POLITICO
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Lithuanian PM accuses defense minister of using influencers to lobby for bigger budget – POLITICO
Deputy Defense Minister Tomas Godliauskas confirmed to journalists that unofficial discussions with public figures and journalists had taken…