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5 days ago

France, UK to lead 'defensive' force for Hormuz

France and Britain will lead a multinational mission to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing a defensive approach.

Macron and Starmer host allies for summit on Hormuz maritime security

France and the UK are leading talks for a maritime force to secure the Strait of Hormuz, excluding the US from discussions.

5 days ago

France, UK to lead 'defensive' force for Hormuz

France and Britain will lead a multinational mission to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing a defensive approach.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Macron and Starmer host allies for summit on Hormuz maritime security

France and the UK are leading talks for a maritime force to secure the Strait of Hormuz, excluding the US from discussions.

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World news

1 day ago

Russia says its Africa Corps has freed Russian and Ukrainian citizens abducted in Niger

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting from the ground.

1 day ago

How China is gaining from Iran war by showing it is different from US

Beijing is strategically positioning itself amid the US-Israel war on Iran, advocating for peace while maintaining economic ties with key nations.

fromCornell Chronicle

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Former UN ambassador, USAID director calls for rebuilding foreign aid | Cornell Chronicle

Modest investments abroad could advance America's interests at home - by preventing pandemics from reaching our shores, by expanding markets for U.S. goods, by promoting democracy and freedom - all for less than 1% of the federal budget each year.

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Germany news

Germany Tells Russia Threats Are 'Unacceptable' After Arms Makers List Published

Germany condemned Russia for threatening companies aiding Ukraine's drone production, asserting that such intimidation is unacceptable.

10 hours ago

What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

European powers are forming a multinational naval mission to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts.

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fromwww.mediaite.com

Right-wing politics

NATO Chief Asked If He Still Views Trump as Daddy' While US Looks to Pull Out of Alliance

World politics

Could the US withdraw from NATO?

World politics

Remaining in Nato is in best interests of US, says Keir Starmer

Europe politics

Closer to a break than ever': Can NATO survive if Trump pulls the US out?

Europe politics

Europe mulls the prospect of a NATO without the US

fromAxios

Europe politics

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

Right-wing politics

fromwww.mediaite.com

NATO Chief Asked If He Still Views Trump as Daddy' While US Looks to Pull Out of Alliance

Mark Rutte explained his 'daddy' comment about Trump as a language misunderstanding, not a literal term of endearment.

Could the US withdraw from NATO?

US President Donald Trump threatens to withdraw from NATO over allies' lack of support for the US-Israel war on Iran.

Remaining in Nato is in best interests of US, says Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer emphasizes the importance of NATO for the US and urges Europe to enhance its support for the alliance amid the Iran conflict.

Closer to a break than ever': Can NATO survive if Trump pulls the US out?

The war in Iran has intensified divisions within NATO, raising doubts about the alliance's future and the US's commitment to collective defense.

Europe mulls the prospect of a NATO without the US

NATO is experiencing its worst crisis due to tensions between the US and European allies over the Iran war.

fromAxios

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.

EU proposes steps to deal with energy crisis amid Iran war

The EU has launched a toolbox to manage energy shocks and reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid rising costs and supply concerns.

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Pakistan is mediating between Iran and the US to promote regional peace and enhance its diplomatic and economic standing.

World news

US military in Libya: Pursuing unity, or pressuring Russia?

Flintlock 2026 unites Libyan forces amid ongoing civil conflict, marking a significant step towards unified security in the country.

These are difficult times for the world, so what will Pakistan do?

Negotiations between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, are ongoing and show promise despite significant challenges and remaining differences.

Europe news

2 days ago

EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East Europe live

EU foreign ministers are discussing Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East, focusing on the Druzbha pipeline and Israel's actions.

4 days ago

The GCC has unity, it now needs joint defence and development

GCC states must enhance joint defense, energy security, and economic development while rejecting aggression and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

fromIrish Independent

2 days ago

'Europe's crediblity is at stake' - EU divided on suspension of Israel pact despite Irish and Spanish push for action

Spain and Ireland advocate for suspending the EU-Israel agreement due to concerns over settlements and humanitarian issues.

Canada news

4 weeks ago

Canada can't influence the world by sitting out of it - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Shield of the Americas is a U.S.-led initiative to enhance defense and economic cooperation in the Western Hemisphere.

fromThe Cipher Brief

Is the Trump-Xi Summit the Key to Resolving Global Conflicts?

The upcoming summit between Trump and Xi Jinping presents an opportunity for U.S.-China cooperation to address global conflicts and economic issues.

fromThe Washington Post

Trump administration pushes nations to sign 'trade over aid' declaration

The Trump administration promotes 'trade over aid' to reshape global assistance and enhance U.S. business opportunities, rejecting traditional humanitarian support.

Ukraine war grinds on as Europe shifts and US signals turn conflicted

The removal of Viktor Orbán could significantly impact European support for Ukraine amid ongoing war challenges.

4 days ago

Who will shape the global agenda the left or far right?

Left-leaning leaders in Barcelona and far-right figures in Milan represent opposing political perspectives on democracy and regulation in Europe.

What could come after a rules-based world order?

The recent US, Israel, and Iran war signifies a decline in the rules-based international order.

4 days ago

Baltic states block Slovak PM's air route to Moscow amid deepening EU-Russia tensions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Baltic states blocked Slovak PM Fico's airspace for Moscow trip, highlighting EU divisions over relations with Russia.

Europe news

3 weeks ago

Trump threatens Ukraine arms halt to force Europe into Hormuz coalition - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Trump threatens to halt arms supplies to Ukraine to pressure European allies into reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?

The UK is pursuing closer ties with the EU amid geopolitical instability and aims to enhance economic cooperation post-Brexit.

Europe politics

UK and EU to explore renewed talks on defence cooperation

The UK and the EU are pursuing renewed negotiations on closer defence cooperation, including UK accession to the EU's Security Action for Europe (Safe) defence fund.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?

The UK is pursuing closer ties with the EU amid geopolitical instability and aims to enhance economic cooperation post-Brexit.

Europe politics

UK and EU to explore renewed talks on defence cooperation

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#us-foreign-policy

Washington's two-track strategy raises questions over coherence and alliances - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

U.S. foreign policy shows contradictions with military threats to Iran and political interference in Hungary, benefiting Moscow's strategic interests.

fromThe Cipher Brief

3 weeks ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.

Washington's two-track strategy raises questions over coherence and alliances - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

U.S. foreign policy shows contradictions with military threats to Iran and political interference in Hungary, benefiting Moscow's strategic interests.

fromThe Cipher Brief

3 weeks ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.

more#us-foreign-policy

#transatlantic-relations

France news

Europe calls for US reset at security talks

fromThe Local Germany

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Europe calls for US reset at security talks

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US not powerful enough to go it alone', Merz tells Munich conference

fromwww.thelocal.com

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Europe calls for US reset at security talks

Europe politics

Europe's painful' realisation it must be bolder with US set out in security report

France news

Europe calls for US reset at security talks

fromThe Local Germany

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Europe calls for US reset at security talks

Miscellaneous

US not powerful enough to go it alone', Merz tells Munich conference

fromwww.thelocal.com

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Europe calls for US reset at security talks

more#transatlantic-relations

Europe politics

Europe's painful' realisation it must be bolder with US set out in security report

Left-wing politics

fromTruthout

fromHarvard Business Review

More Than 120 Civil Society Groups Urge EU to Cancel US Trade Deal

Civil society groups urge the EU to cancel the US-EU trade deal and reduce reliance on US fossil fuels, citing Trump's threats and climate rollbacks.

Business

Rethinking Strategy in a Hyperpolitical World

Corporate decisions face intense public scrutiny for political implications, resulting in boycotts, revenue loss, reputational damage, and executive terminations, yet political engagement remains unavoidable for businesses.

fromThe Atlantic

Never Fight Alone

Shared values and mutual sacrifice among NATO special operations forces strengthened bonds and saved lives across multinational missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

UK politics

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.

US politics

fromwww.npr.org

The U.S. ready to make up, Europe ready to break up in Munich

Marco Rubio argued that postwar U.S.-European faith in inevitable liberal democracy contributed to mass migration that now threatens social cohesion, cultural continuity, and national futures.

World news

What is the 'rules-based order' and can it survive?

The rules-based international order, built on post-World War II multilateral institutions and laws, faces erosion and contested legitimacy worldwide.

US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Europe must assume primary responsibility for its conventional defence under a NATO 3.0 while the US maintains nuclear deterrence and limited targeted conventional support.

Jens Stoltenberg, former NATO secretary general: I am certain that the members of the Alliance will remain united to protect one another'

Jens Stoltenberg is a significant Norwegian politician, having served multiple terms and played a key role in NATO during critical global events.

fromSilicon Canals

Planet Convenes European and Defense Advisory Boards - Silicon Canals

Planet formed European and Defense & Intelligence advisory boards to accelerate European expansion and strengthen national security partnerships.

The EU is preparing to slam the door on Trump and cling to multilateralism

EU leaders prioritize multilateralism and rules-based order while addressing energy price surges and geopolitical instability driven by US-Iran conflict and Trump's foreign policy.

Will Europe move to boost diplomacy with Russia?

Europe seeks a coordinated diplomatic role with Russia, considering appointing a special EU envoy to avoid being sidelined in peace talks led by the US.

As trust in the US falters, Europe reopens the debate on a common army

European leaders debate forming a robust collective defense force to reduce reliance on the U.S., strengthen autonomy, and coordinate military contributions across member states.

Former NATO commander fears the world is living through the outbreak of WWIII - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Former NATO deputy commander warns current geopolitics represents the most perilous moment in his lifetime, with escalating Middle East tensions risking uncontrolled conflict involving nuclear-armed powers.

fromFortune

The President is surprised by the lack of European support for military action against Iran-he shouldn't be | Fortune

In 2003, Blair said there was no option but to stand "shoulder to shoulder" with the U.S. Many in Europe agreed-in 2000, 82% of Britons and 62% of the French were "favorable" towards the US. The Western global agreement was strong, politically and economically. America had secured western Europe after the Second World War and there was much to be grateful for.

World politics

NATO warns to prepare for war that our 'grandfathers saw' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NATO warns that unchecked Russian aggression risks triggering a new world war, with Poland particularly vulnerable due to its border proximity to Russia and Ukraine.