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Signs of the Times: NATO Exercises Without the USA

Do more yourself, is the message being intensely drummed in from the USA about security in Europe. And Nato is trying - among other things on a beach in central Greece.
Signs of the Times: NATO Exercises Without the USA

Jonson: Risk of the US withdrawing soldiers from Europe

Much indicates that the USA will reduce its military presence in Europe, according to Defense Minister Pål Jonson. Europe must prepare itself for a time when it takes a significantly greater responsibility for its own security, he says.
Jonson: Risk of the US withdrawing soldiers from Europe

Hegseth: Don't take US soldiers in Europe for granted

The USA's Defense Minister Pete Hegseth warns European NATO members not to take American military presence in Europe for granted. .
Hegseth: Don't take US soldiers in Europe for granted

Trump's unexpected move: Halving defense spending

USA's President Donald Trump proposes that the USA, Russia, and China should halve their respective defense budgets. It is a message in sharp contrast to earlier American demands that NATO countries significantly increase their defense expenditures.
Trump's unexpected move: Halving defense spending

Trump's peace plan shakes NATO

We stand united for peace in Ukraine, claims the Nato chief, despite criticism and concern over Donald Trump's peace negotiations with Russia. No one will get exactly what they want, says Trump's Defense Minister Pete Hegseth.
Trump's peace plan shakes NATO

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

Expert: Great danger with USA's Ukraine game

The USA's statement that Ukraine must cede territories and rejects a membership in NATO surprises defense researchers. If Russia is not afraid of consequences, then the Baltic states or Moldova may be threatened, says Magnus Christiansson at the Defense University.
Expert: Great danger with USA's Ukraine game

Putin and Trump agreed on talks – without Zelenskyj

The USA and Russia are initiating negotiations about the war in Ukraine, confirmed by both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. According to Trump, a top-level meeting with Putin will be held in Saudi Arabia.
Putin and Trump agreed on talks – without Zelenskyj

Hegseth: Unrealistic to Expect Ukraine's Old Borders

No Crimea, no NATO, and no US soldiers on site. USA's new defense minister Pete Hegseth came to Brussels with tough messages to Ukraine.
Hegseth: Unrealistic to Expect Ukraine's Old Borders

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

USA has attacked IS targets in Somalia

The USA has carried out an air strike against an IS leader in Somalia. .
USA has attacked IS targets in Somalia

Desperation and accusations after plane crash

Figure skaters, a group of hunters and students. USA mourns the 67 people who died when a passenger plane and a military helicopter collided over Washington DC.
Desperation and accusations after plane crash

No Survivors After Plane Crash in Washington

There is no longer any hope that anyone survived the plane crash in Washington. A total of 67 people were on board the domestic flight and helicopter that collided.
No Survivors After Plane Crash in Washington

Controversial Hegseth becomes USA's Defense Minister

Donald Trump's controversial candidate as the USA's next defense minister has been approved by the Senate. But the decision on Pete Hegseth divided the chamber's members – and ultimately required the Vice President's casting vote.
Controversial Hegseth becomes USA's Defense Minister

Trump's Defense Minister Nominee "Drank Himself Unconscious"

Pete Hegseth is believed to be hours or days away from being formally appointed as the US Defense Minister. But now new allegations are emerging against Donald Trump's choice of Pentagon chief.
Trump's Defense Minister Nominee "Drank Himself Unconscious"

Marco Rubio approved as Foreign Minister

Marco Rubio, senator from Florida, becomes the USA's new foreign minister. He is the first of the persons that President Donald Trump has nominated who gets approved by the senate.
Marco Rubio approved as Foreign Minister

Ulf Kristersson: May Need to Quickly Increase Defense Spending

Europe must expand its military support to Ukraine. This is claimed by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Germany's Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz at a joint press conference in Berlin.
Ulf Kristersson: May Need to Quickly Increase Defense Spending

Trump's Controversial Candidate Questioned

Former TV anchor Pete Hegseth, who Donald Trump wants to see as the US Defense Minister, has been questioned in a senate committee. He was both praised and booed.
Trump's Controversial Candidate Questioned

Settlers celebrate Trump – hope for annexation

When Donald Trump's election victory was clear, settlers on the Israel-occupied West Bank toasted with champagne. For the most hard-line Jewish settlers, Trump's return to power raises hopes of an imminent annexation.
Settlers celebrate Trump – hope for annexation

NATO Chief Discusses Global Security with Trump

The Dutchman Mark Rutte, as head of the defense alliance Nato, has had a first meeting with the US's incoming president Donald Trump. The meeting in Palm Beach, Florida, centered around global security issues, according to a spokesperson for Nato.
NATO Chief Discusses Global Security with Trump

They can stop Trump's ministers

It's loading for a fight in the US Senate. Despite the upcoming Republican majority, it's unclear whether the incoming President Donald Trump will get through his most controversial ministerial appointments.
They can stop Trump's ministers

Trump's choice of minister investigated for assault

TV anchor Pete Hegseth, who Donald Trump wants to see as the USA's next defense minister, was investigated in 2017 for suspected sexual assaults, confirms a police report. No charges were filed.
Trump's choice of minister investigated for assault

This is Team Trump: Hardline Loyalists

The appointments are coming at a rapid pace – and some of them are sparking anger. The USA's incoming president Donald Trump is putting together his government.
This is Team Trump: Hardline Loyalists

Trump's Defense Minister Hints at Temple Construction

Pete Hegseth, appointed to become Donald Trump's future defense minister, has previously suggested that a Jewish temple be built on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. He has also opposed a two-state solution with the Palestinians.
Trump's Defense Minister Hints at Temple Construction
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