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David Cameron says Ukraine has right to strike inside Russia with British weapons

Ukraine has the right to strike back at Russia with British weapons as per UK's stance. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

1 month ago

UK should consider sending troops to Ukraine, ex-defence minister says

The UK is urged to consider sending troops to Ukraine to support against Russia, while maintaining caution to avoid NATO-Russia conflict. [ more ]

BBC News

Kaja Kallas: Estonian PM urges Nato to bolster support for Ukraine

Leaders must support Ukraine to avoid repeating history's mistakes.

Nato countries should increase defense spending to 3% of GDP. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

A lot higher than we expected': Russian arms production worries Europe's planners

Russia has significantly increased its industrial production for military defense, surpassing western expectations.

Defense spending in Russia has risen to an estimated 7.5% of GDP, with supply chains redesigned to evade sanctions. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

US politics

Trump will 'encourage' Russia 'to do whatever the hell they want' to any NATO member who 'does not pay'

Donald Trump threatens to encourage Russia to attack NATO countries if they don't meet defense spending guidelines.

The White House condemns Trump's remarks as 'appalling and unhinged' and praises President Biden for restoring alliances. [ more ]

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www.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

David Cameron commits 3bn a year in aid to Ukraine for as long as necessary'

UK pledges 3bn annually to Ukraine indefinitely for defense; supports Ukraine's right to strike inside Russia. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Germany news

Watch live as Rishi Sunak meets German chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin

The UK and Germany will jointly develop artillery systems, signaling a new chapter in their partnership. [ more ]

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Germany news

Germany: Mounting concern over Ukraine and Gaza DW 03/08/2024

Chancellor Scholz rejects Taurus missiles to Ukraine due to fears of escalation.

German voters mostly support Chancellor Scholz's decision on Taurus missile delivery. [ more ]

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Ukraine updates: UK pledges largest military aid to Kyiv DW 04/23/2024

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a record UK military aid package for Ukraine, including 580 million in new supplies and a commitment to raise defense spending by 2030. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Warsaw, Berlin and Paris have 'the power to mobilise all of Europe,' says Poland

Poland, France, and Germany to hold emergency talks in Berlin over Ukraine.

Polish President urges NATO allies to increase defense spending. [ more ]

www.france24.com

5 months ago

War in Ukraine boosts depressed Russian regions amid defence sector boom

Russian defense spending to increase by 70% in 2024 for long-term war in Ukraine

Depressed Russian regions and sectors related to the war effort to benefit from increased defense spending [ more ]

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national-security

www.independent.co.uk

Britain to spend 2.5 per cent of GDP on defence by 2030, Rishi Sunak announces

Britain plans to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, with calls for a further increase to 3% to address global threats. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Penny Mordaunt: Israel-style iron dome' defence system needed in UK

Install Israeli-style 'Iron Dome' missile defense system in Britain. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

1 month ago

UK nuclear industry to get 200m boost amid defence concerns, Sunak announces

The UK's nuclear industry receives a 200m investment package.

Concerns about defense spending and national security are raised by ministers. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

Ministers call for much greater pace' of UK defence investment

Call for increased defense spending to 2.5% of GDP

Concerns over lack of credible plan for defense funding [ more ]

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Germany news

Germany reports record defence spending ahead of NATO meeting

German leaders are calling for increased defense spending in response to concerns about Russian aggression and comments made by Donald Trump.

Germany has budgeted a record amount of $73.41 billion for defense spending this year, meeting the NATO target of 2.01% of GDP. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Europe politics

Europe and the US are drifting further apart and Britain will be left to flounder | Rafael Behr

European allies are concerned about the possibility of Donald Trump being re-elected as US president

Trump's disdain for alliances and focus on transactions and threats undermines deterrence [ more ]

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Trump's comments on mutual defense pledge sound alarm bells in NATO

Donald Trump's warning to NATO allies about not spending enough on defense raises concerns about the credibility of the United States as an ally.

The insinuation that the United States would not protect NATO allies that do not invest enough in defense raises doubts about Article 5 of NATO's founding treaty. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

European leaders call for stronger defence ties after Trump's Nato remarks

European leaders call for greater unity and military cooperation in response to Trump's comments about NATO

Some European leaders openly criticize Trump while others express more nuanced responses [ more ]

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US politics

Biden warns Trump 'intends to give Putin the green light for more war to expand his aggression'

NATO Secretary General criticizes Trump for putting soldiers' lives in danger

Trump's comments about not protecting allies who don't pay enough undermine security [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Trump Warns NATO Nations: No Protection Without Payment Against Russian Attack

Trump suggests that NATO allies must pay their fair share in defense spending in order to receive protection against Russian attack.

His comments have raised concerns about the commitment of the U.S. to defend its NATO allies. [ more ]

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19 hours ago

Business

Australia's Massive Military Budget

The 2025 federal budget allocated an extra $50.3 billion to defense over the next decade, totaling $764.6 billion, significantly impacting other budget areas. [ more ]

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15 hours ago

Europe politics

Netherlands: New coalition pitches 'strictest' asylum policy DW 05/16/2024

The Dutch coalition led by Geert Wilders' party aims to opt out of EU migration rules, increase offshore natural gas production, and boost defense spending. [ more ]

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Europe politics

All Nato nations should match UK's defence spending target, says Shapps

NATO countries urged to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP for security in a more dangerous world. [ more ]

BBC News

Germany politics

Bond between UK and Germany 'stronger than ever' - Sunak

The UK promises increased defense spending to counter security threats. [ more ]

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Berlin

Olaf Scholz, Rishi Sunak boost defense ties in Berlin DW 04/24/2024

Germany praised for defense spending and aiding Ukraine, UK to boost defense ties with Germany, investments in artillery systems and renewables, Europe continuing support for Ukraine amid US aid [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

1 month ago

NATO considering a 'counter-attack' after Russian missiles cross their border

NATO considering counter-attack after Russian missile breach

Poland on high alert after Russian missile violation [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Nordic tensions on the rise amid Russian anger over NATO accessions

Finland PM urges EU for increased defense spending and coordination.

Tensions rise with Russia as NATO expands with Sweden and Norway joining. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Ahead of EU elections, is Europe's social model at risk? DW 03/02/2024

Socialists focusing on defending values, democracy, and safety in upcoming election campaign.

Calls for shifting EU priorities towards higher defense spending are increasing, potentially impacting social spending. [ more ]

Washington Post

Trump's NATO-bashing comments rile allies, rekindle European fears

Former President Donald Trump made a provocative claim that he would encourage Russia to attack U.S. allies if they didn't spend enough on defense.

The Biden administration criticized Trump's remarks as 'appalling and unhinged.' [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Armed forces minister to quit role and stand down as MP at next election

James Heappey to resign as an MP and armed forces minister to prioritize family and pursue new career.

Heappey expressed concerns about defense spending and decided to step down from politics. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK unsafe' from future pandemic threats, says Oxford Vaccine Group director

Not enough research is being done to prepare for future pandemic threats.

There is a lack of knowledge about viruses and bacteria that could pose a threat. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

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A top EU official calls for a new defense industry strategy with locally made arms at its heart

EU official calls for new defense industry strategy focusing on European-made weapons and ammunition

European nations urged to spend more on defense, buy collectively to enhance industry capabilities [ more ]

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