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Biden's Farewell: "America, I Love You"

USA's President Joe Biden shows few signs of bitterness as he passes on the baton in what has been described as his toughest speech ever. America, I gave you my best, says the President at the Democratic Convention, and goes on the attack against Donald Trump: A convicted criminal, who in hell does he think he is?.

Biden's Farewell: "America, I Love You"

Concern about drinking water at another military base

Ten thousand people in western Germany are advised not to drink tap water due to another suspected sabotage targeting a military facility. A hole has been found in the fence surrounding a waterworks in the town of Mechernich, located just southwest of Bonn.

Concern about drinking water at another military base

The Government wants a plan for military mobility

Sweden is a member of Nato, but several restrictions remain to be able to optimally receive military support. Now the government has decided to adopt a national plan for military mobility.

The Government wants a plan for military mobility

Orbán accuses USA of Nord Stream sabotage

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accuses the EU of betraying Europe and slavishly dancing to the tune of the democratically led USA. He also accuses the Americans of somehow being behind the explosions of the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea in 2022.

Orbán accuses USA of Nord Stream sabotage

Democracy more important than a title

The best way forward is to "pass the torch". This was said by USA's President Joe Biden, in his first appearance after he dropped out of his re-election campaign.

Democracy more important than a title

Russia: American planes over the Arctic repelled

Russia claims that the country's fighter jets have prevented two American bomber planes from crossing the Russian border in the Barents Sea in the Arctic. The American defense forces regularly conduct flights over international waters and claim that the operations are carried out in neutral airspace and in accordance with international law.

Russia: American planes over the Arctic repelled

Zelensky's strong support is being eroded

When Ukraine stood up to the Russian large-scale invasion, the support for Volodymyr Zelenskyj was rock-solid. When the country has become more pressured, it has affected its president.

Zelensky's strong support is being eroded

Starmer courted European leaders at the palace

Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised to restore the relationship with the EU during a top meeting with a number of European leaders outside Oxford. .

Starmer courted European leaders at the palace

Trump's choice of running mate worries Ukraine

J D Vance is one of the leading opponents to the US's Ukraine support in the American Congress. That he has been elected as Donald Trump's vice presidential candidate raises concern in Kiev.

Trump's choice of running mate worries Ukraine

The Kremlin Warns: USA's Robots Threaten Western Cities

The USA's plan to station long-distance robots in Germany continues to stir up bad blood in Russia. The Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitrij Peskov, says in a Russian TV interview that the robots in the long run threaten several European cities.

The Kremlin Warns: USA's Robots Threaten Western Cities

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

In Nato's policy, it is clear that member countries should strengthen their protection against chemical, biological, and nuclear threats. Despite this, the threats are only mentioned in passing in the Defence Committee's final report.

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

China and Russia in joint military exercise

China is conducting a military exercise together with Russia along China's southern coast, according to the Defense Department in Beijing. The exercise is said to have started early in July and will continue until mid-month.

China and Russia in joint military exercise

Kristersson on China: Deep Provocation

China's increasingly clear support for Russia is causing upset within NATO. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson shares this view, some sanctions are not currently relevant – at least not yet, according to the Prime Minister.

Kristersson on China: Deep Provocation

Zelensky convinced of Ukraine in NATO

The bond between Ukraine and Nato has been strengthened during Nato's top meeting in Washington. This is stated by President Volodymyr Zelenskyj, who only lacks one thing: The next step must be an invitation to become a member.

Zelensky convinced of Ukraine in NATO

"Up to Proof for Biden"

A chance to show voters and the outside world that he can still lead the USA? Or final proof for critics that it's time to step down? This evening's press conference is extremely high-stakes for President Joe Biden. .

"Up to Proof for Biden"

China warns Nato against confrontation

Nato should not "provoke a confrontation" with China due to the country's relationship with Russia, says a spokesperson for Beijing's EU envoy in a statement on Thursday. The statement comes after Nato presented its declaration at the ongoing summit in Washington, where China is mentioned in critical terms.

China warns Nato against confrontation

Biden: Must Not Fall Behind

NATO member states must be prepared to expand their industrial capacity in the defense industry if they are to keep pace with Russia. This message comes from US President Joe Biden in connection with the NATO meeting in Washington.

Biden: Must Not Fall Behind

USA Places Long-Range Weapons in Germany

The USA wants to strengthen NATO's military capacity in Europe, and therefore plans to place Tomahawk-type cruise missiles in Germany. The two countries announced this in a joint statement, according to several German media outlets.

USA Places Long-Range Weapons in Germany

40 Billion Euros in Support to Ukraine

Ukraine is to receive military support equivalent to 40 billion euros. This emerges from the final declaration of the NATO meeting.

40 Billion Euros in Support to Ukraine

NATO: First F-16 on its way to Ukraine

Denmark and the Netherlands have begun their deliveries of F-16 planes to Ukraine. The announcement came from NATO's top meeting in Washington on Wednesday.

NATO: First F-16 on its way to Ukraine

Kristersson: Increased defense investments are required

Around Europe, an increasing number of countries are now investing more and more in defense. However, significantly more may be required, according to Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in connection with the NATO summit in Washington.

Kristersson: Increased defense investments are required

New NATO Operation in the Baltic Sea: Submarines and Drones

With the help of a new Nato effort, attacks on the Baltic Sea's infrastructure will be met "robustly and firmly". This was the conclusion when leaders of Nato countries in the region met to discuss the security situation.

New NATO Operation in the Baltic Sea: Submarines and Drones

The NATO Meeting Begins – The Host Already Under Pressure

A top meeting in Washington framed by the 75th anniversary of the defense alliance. That was the intention, at least, for NATO.

The NATO Meeting Begins – The Host Already Under Pressure

Jonson on NATO: Europe needs to take greater responsibility

Regardless of who wins the autumn's presidential election in the USA — now Nato is facing a new reality. This is emphasized by Defense Minister Pål Jonson ahead of this week's historic summit in Washington.

Jonson on NATO: Europe needs to take greater responsibility