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Tough battle for the percentage in NATO

Five percent? Or somewhere "north of three"? NATO countries have a tough spring ahead of them to unite on future defense budget targets, following hard pressure from the USA. .
Tough battle for the percentage in NATO

NATO Chief Praises Sweden after Cable Break

Baltic Sentry is Nato's response to the recent cable breaks in the Baltic Sea. So far, no member country has been able to prove sabotage, but that does not change the defense alliance's need for sea surveillance, says Nato chief Arjen Warnaar.
NATO Chief Praises Sweden after Cable Break

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

We must do more. This is stated by both the EU and Nato in the pursuit of ways to handle the defense of Europe after Donald Trump's return as president in the USA.
Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

The EU promises to respond "with firmness" if the US threatens with tariffs and trade war. We are ready, says Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

Europe is becoming increasingly united on the need for a substantial military buildup. But how will it be financed? Tough battles are expected this year over demands ranging from joint loans to reduced welfare.
Loans or Pensions? This is How the Weapons Will be Paid For

Frederiksen: "Very strong support" for Denmark

Russian aggressions, but also the Greenland issue, are the main numbers on Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's lightning-fast round trip to Europe's great powers. .
Frederiksen: "Very strong support" for Denmark

Denmark invests billions in the military in the Arctic

Denmark strengthens its presence in the Arctic and North Atlantic, announces the country's Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen (V). .
Denmark invests billions in the military in the Arctic

Rutte: NATO countries must pay "significantly more"

The defense alliance NATO's member countries must spend more on defense, says Secretary-General Mark Rutte during the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. > We will determine the exact figure later this year, but it will be significantly more than two (percent), says Rutte, referring to the alliance's requirement that member countries allocate at least two percent of GDP to defense.
Rutte: NATO countries must pay "significantly more"

Trump is back – here are five tough choices for Europe

Ukraine, defense, trade, climate and tech giants. Here are five heavy questions that Europe must address after Donald Trump's inauguration in the USA.
Trump is back – here are five tough choices for Europe

Nato to investigate maritime law: "Really got happy"

Nato is to investigate what powers its member states have within the framework of maritime law. It is highly necessary in order to be able to protect critical infrastructure, according to Professor Henrik Ringbom.
Nato to investigate maritime law: "Really got happy"

NATO expands in the Baltic Sea – launches new operation

With the help of a new Nato effort, attacks on the Baltic Sea's infrastructure will be met "robustly and decisively". This was the message when leaders of Nato countries in the region met to discuss the security situation.
NATO expands in the Baltic Sea – launches new operation

Nato meets over suspected cable sabotage

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) is attending a Nato summit in Helsinki on Tuesday. It is entirely clear a response to the incident with Eagle S and other suspected sabotage of sea cables in the Baltic Sea, says Finnish history professor Jari Eloranta.
Nato meets over suspected cable sabotage

Castle Summit for EU in February

The castle in Limont, just west of Liège, will be the venue where the EU countries' heads of state and government will attempt to unite on future defense cooperation in February. At the summit on February 3, Council President António Costa wants to know if the countries agree to spend more and jointly on defense and what type of capabilities should be developed.
Castle Summit for EU in February

Trump demands increased defense spending in NATO

USA's future president Donald Trump demands that NATO's member countries increase their defense expenditures to five percent of GDP to strengthen the military alliance. .
Trump demands increased defense spending in NATO

Foreign Minister: Cable Break Extremely Serious

After another suspected cable sabotage in the Baltic Sea, where suspicions are once again directed towards Russia, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) describes the situation as "extremely serious". .
Foreign Minister: Cable Break Extremely Serious

The Coast Guard Increases Surveillance After Cable Breakage

**The Coast Guard has increased surveillance of shipping traffic, the authority writes in a press release. The purpose is to protect critical underwater infrastructure after another suspected sabotage in the Baltic Sea.
The Coast Guard Increases Surveillance After Cable Breakage

Finnish police question the crew of Eagle S

Nato is expanding its military presence in the Baltic Sea following suspected sabotage against underwater cables. The police in Finland have created an "air bridge" between the mainland and the oil tanker Eagle S and are questioning the crew.
Finnish police question the crew of Eagle S

EU proposes sanctions against Russian shadow fleet

The police in Finland are investigating whether a foreign cargo ship - belonging to Russia's shadow fleet - is guilty of the crime of damaging a major power cable between Finland and Estonia. The EU is now proposing new sanctions against Russian ships, and NATO is offering Finland and Estonia support.
EU proposes sanctions against Russian shadow fleet

Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

The EU meets Ukraine – and emphasizes the need for more weapons and more support. But for President Volodymyr Zelenskyj, European support is not enough.
Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

Zelensky in Brussels on the hunt for air defense

Air defense is on the wish list when Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj visits Brussels. Nato's Secretary-General Mark Rutte wants to keep a lid on potential peace talks.
Zelensky in Brussels on the hunt for air defense

Kristersson: Don't take the US for granted

EU leaders meet for the year's final summit in Brussels. Support for Ukraine tops the agenda as usual.
Kristersson: Don't take the US for granted

Poland's Tusk demands justice for Ukraine

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk says that there is no reason for Ukraine to give in to Russia. > Ukraine is a victim of aggression.
Poland's Tusk demands justice for Ukraine

The Defence Decision May Soon Need to be Torn Up

The defense budget is to increase significantly up to 2030 to meet the threat from Russia. But in just a few years, more money may be required, for additional investments.
The Defence Decision May Soon Need to be Torn Up

NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj

A number of European leaders and NATO chief Mark Rutte are planning an extraordinary meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj on Wednesday, according to the news site Politico. .
NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj
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