Berlin reacts as Washington plans to reduce military presence in Europe. Germany has said the planned withdrawal of 5,000 US troops was “foreseeable,” as NATO seeks clarity on Washington’s next steps. The move is part of a broader shift in US military strategy under Donald Trump. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stressed that US forces…
Rising Russian attacks near Ukraine border are pushing NATO defenses to the limit. Romania has reported a sharp rise in Russian drone incursions and emergency air policing missions along its border with Ukraine. This has signaled growing pressure on NATO’s eastern flank. According to Romania’s Defense Ministry, 2026 is already on track to break records…
US president says no fighting since April, but tensions and sanctions remain.U.S. President Donald Trump has informed Congress that hostilities between the United States and Iran have “terminated,” citing an ongoing ceasefire and no exchange of fire since April 7. In a formal War Powers update, Trump said U.S. forces remain in the region but…
Pentagon confirms phased troop pullout as political friction with Germany grows. The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to 12 months, according to the Pentagon. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth approved the move following a review of U.S. military posture in Europe. Officials say the reduction will bring troop…
Most activists freed after Israeli forces intercepted Gaza-bound aid boats near Crete. Israel has released the majority of activists detained after intercepting a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near the Greek island of Crete. Around 175 people were initially held when Israeli naval forces stopped at least 22 vessels attempting to reach Gaza. Israeli…
Tensions rise as China warns Taiwan is the key flashpoint in its ties with the US. Taiwan has expressed concern after China described the island as the “biggest risk” in its relationship with the United States. The warning came during a phone call between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco…
Washington is pushing allies to join a new effort to secure one of the world’s most critical oil routes. The United States is urging foreign governments to join a new coalition aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait is a key shipping route disrupted by rising tensions with Iran. The proposed alliance, called…
A luxury yacht linked to a Russian billionaire has crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing restrictions in the vital shipping route. The 142-metre superyacht Nord, linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov, travelled from Dubai to Muscat, Oman, over the weekend. The vessel was one of the few private boats to pass through the…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says internal power struggles in Iran are making negotiations harder. Marco Rubio said competing hardliner groups inside Iran are complicating stalled peace talks with the United States. Speaking to Fox News, Rubio said some Iranian hardliners focus on governing the country and maintaining the economy, while others are driven…
Donald Trump says the United States has strengthened its military position in recent weeks. Donald Trump claimed in a CNBC interview that the United States is now “much more powerful than five weeks ago” as tensions with Iran continue. Trump said the U.S. has used recent weeks to rebuild ammunition supplies and strengthen military readiness….
