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Europe Leads in Israeli Weapon Purchases Amid Rising Defense Exports

Despite the war in Gaza and the country's increased isolation as a result, Israel's export of defense materials has hit a record for the fourth year in a row, Bloomberg reports. Over five years, sales have more than doubled to 14.

Europe Leads in Israeli Weapon Purchases Amid Rising Defense Exports

NATO Allies Pledge Ships and Billions in Support to Ukraine

Ukraine's friends do not betray, the countries in the Ramstein group promise after yet another meeting at Nato headquarters. Ships, drones and "billions" in new support are promised - and also an invitation to Nato's summit in The Hague.

NATO Allies Pledge Ships and Billions in Support to Ukraine

Russia Claims NATO's Baltops Exercise in Baltic Sea is Provocative

The Nato exercise Baltops, which begins in the Baltic Sea tomorrow, is according to Russia "extremely provocative". The exercise - where among others Sweden and the USA participate - is seen as a build-up for battle against Russia.

Russia Claims NATO's Baltops Exercise in Baltic Sea is Provocative

Trump Attends NATO Summit in The Hague Focusing on Membership Fees

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is traveling to The Hague when the Nato military alliance is holding a summit, the White House announces. .

Trump Attends NATO Summit in The Hague Focusing on Membership Fees

Nawrocki's Win in Poland Signals Challenges for Ukraine's EU Path

Karol Nawrocki's victory in the Polish presidential election is a setback for Ukraine. Poland will slow down Ukraine's path to the EU and Nato as much as possible, says analyst Stefan Ingvarsson.

Nawrocki's Win in Poland Signals Challenges for Ukraine's EU Path

Ukraine and Russia Prepare New Prisoner Exchanges After Istanbul Talks

Monday's meeting between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul ended after an hour, further prisoner exchanges between the countries are now being prepared. At the same time, Ukraine's President Zelenskyj is requesting further support from his allies at a meeting in Vilnius.

Ukraine and Russia Prepare New Prisoner Exchanges After Istanbul Talks

Poland's Tusk Seeks Confidence Vote After Nawrocki's Election Win

National conservative Karol Nawrocki wins the Polish presidential election with the smallest possible margin. The victory is seen as a hard blow to the country's EU-friendly government.

Poland's Tusk Seeks Confidence Vote After Nawrocki's Election Win

Plan for Tunnel Under Södertälje Canal Gains Support from Major Employers

A tunnel under Södertälje canal is needed, believe both the municipality and two of the country's largest employers: Scania and Astra Zeneca. .

Plan for Tunnel Under Södertälje Canal Gains Support from Major Employers

EU Cyberattack Traced to China: Czech Investigation Reveals

A cyberattack directed at the Czech Republic's Foreign Ministry was likely carried out by Chinese actors, the results of a Czech investigation show. .

EU Cyberattack Traced to China: Czech Investigation Reveals

Zelensky Seeks Invitation to NATO Summit in June

Nato may invite Ukraine to a top meeting in June, suggests the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj. He says he is open to a meeting with Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, but according to the Kremlin, there are things they need to agree on first.

Zelensky Seeks Invitation to NATO Summit in June

Russia Protects Sanctions-Evading Shadow Fleet in Baltic Sea

Russia is taking measures to protect the country's sanctions-evading so-called shadow fleet, announced via state-controlled media. The Russian navy is reported to have begun escorting the vessels through the Baltic Sea.

Russia Protects Sanctions-Evading Shadow Fleet in Baltic Sea

King Carl XVI Gustaf Highlights Historic Role of Swedish NATO Battalion

Sweden and Latvia have a common history that stretches far back. When King Carl XVI Gustaf visited the Swedish battalion at NATO's multinational brigade, he emphasized that the soldiers are part of something historic.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Highlights Historic Role of Swedish NATO Battalion

King Carl XVI Gustaf Visits Swedish NATO Battalion in Latvia

King Carl XVI Gustaf visits the Swedish battalion at NATO's multinational brigade on Thursday. Since January, around 550 people from the South Scanian Regiment, P7, have been on site at the brigade, where 14 different NATO countries are represented.

King Carl XVI Gustaf Visits Swedish NATO Battalion in Latvia

NATO Establishes New Regional Air Command in Northern Norway

Nato's new regional air command in Norway is located in Reitan near Bodø, the country's government announces. .

NATO Establishes New Regional Air Command in Northern Norway

EU and UK Forge New Post-Brexit Cooperation Deal

Fishermen and young people in the EU will find it easier to come to the UK with new cooperation agreements between the EU and London. A new era in our relationship, says Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

EU and UK Forge New Post-Brexit Cooperation Deal

Russia to Test-Fire RS-24 Ballistic Missile Amid Ukraine Tensions

Russia is to test-fire an intercontinental ballistic missile tonight to intimidate Ukraine, NATO, and the EU, writes Ukraine's intelligence service on Telegram. The missile is of the model RS-24.

Russia to Test-Fire RS-24 Ballistic Missile Amid Ukraine Tensions

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

The pressure must increase on the President of Russia – who has made "a great mistake" and "does not want peace". World leaders are pouring criticism over Vladimir Putin for skipping a high-level peace meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart in Turkey.

Putin Faces Global Criticism for Skipping Peace Talks with Zelenskyj

Germany and UK Collaborate on Robot Development for European Security

Germany and the United Kingdom are cooperating to develop robots, according to the countries' defense ministers. According to the German defense minister Boris Pistorius, the work has already begun and will be important for Europe's security.

Germany and UK Collaborate on Robot Development for European Security

NATO to Set New Defense Spending Targets, Sweden Backs Ukraine's NATO Aspirations

Already in a month, NATO will be able to make decisions on significantly increased targets for defense expenditures, promises Secretary-General Mark Rutte. Sweden is simultaneously standing up for Ukraine's continued NATO dream.

NATO to Set New Defense Spending Targets, Sweden Backs Ukraine's NATO Aspirations

Stenergard: Russia Must Prove Commitment to Peace Talks

It is up to proof for Russia if they truly want to have any talks, notes Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party). More sanctions are announced.

Stenergard: Russia Must Prove Commitment to Peace Talks

Russian Fighter Jet Intercepts Estonia's Attempt to Board Sanctioned Ship

When Estonia wanted to inspect a ship from Russia's "shadow fleet", Russia sent a fighter plane to the area, according to the Estonian government. "Completely unacceptable", explains Estonia's foreign minister.

Russian Fighter Jet Intercepts Estonia's Attempt to Board Sanctioned Ship

Belgian Police Arrest Suspect in NATO Corruption and Money Laundering Case

Belgian police have arrested one person in the coastal town of Bredene, suspected of corruption and money laundering linked to the military alliance Nato. This is announced by Belgian prosecutors in a press release.

Belgian Police Arrest Suspect in NATO Corruption and Money Laundering Case

Trump Pushes NATO Defense Spending Target to 5 Percent

Donald Trump seems to get what he wants in Nato when number tricks push up the defence target to 5 percent. The military alliance is meeting now – possibly with Trump himself present.

Trump Pushes NATO Defense Spending Target to 5 Percent

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

Demands for a ceasefire are met with counter-demands, ultimatum after ultimatum, and both Russia and Ukraine anxiously follow every hint from the USA. But Vladimir Putin's goal with the invasion remains firm, emphasizes FOI analyst Johan Norberg.

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers