Germany’s conservatives plot last stand for mandatory military service – POLITICO
But inside Merz’s own conservative bloc, lawmakers are preparing to reopen the debate. The party aims to introduce…
From Kyiv to the Suwałki Gap, bogs return as Europe’s defensive shield – POLITICO
Estonia’s defense ministry and Latvia’s armed forces said that new Baltic Defence Line plans to fortify the three…
New PM? Elections? Resign? Macron has 3 choices if Bayrou’s government falls – POLITICO
The problem, however, is dissolving parliament is exactly how French politics ended up in this mess in the…
Germany and Canada announce deeper ties on critical minerals, defense – POLITICO
The countries’ economy ministers, looking toward that purpose, were set to sign an agreement on critical minerals, which…
Germany charges US citizen with spying for China – POLITICO
According to the indictment, Martin D. worked for a civilian defense contractor from 2017 until spring 2023 and,…
Ukraine and Russia trade drone strikes on Kyiv’s independence day – POLITICO
Kyiv responded with a barrage of long-range drones that struck inside Russia. Authorities in the Kursk region said…
Is it Time for a European Army?
Many have anticipated Trump’s meeting with Putin in Alaska with great attention last week (8/19/2025). After all, it…
Germany is one step closer to reviving military conscription
Germany’s economy is stagnating, pension bills are surging, the peace dividend has been exhausted, and global instability is…
Zelensky: A ‘real chance’ exists to end the war in Ukraine
Aug. 23 (UPI) — Potential security guarantees could end the three-year war between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian President…
Trump’s intel chief freezes out Five Eyes allies on Ukraine – POLITICO
While it carved out exceptions for diplomatic channels and battlefield intelligence for Ukraine, it strikingly excludes sharing from…