Germany initiates reduction of EU budget by ‘hundreds of billions’ of euros
Germany and five other EU countries propose reducing the EU’s 2 trillion euro budget by hundreds of billions.
Spanish Justice Minister Félix Bolaños denies Morocco’s involvement in mass migrant crossing into Ceuta
According to Bolaños, one of the reasons for the mass crossing was the “distortion” of a Supreme Court ruling, although he did not specify other circumstances.
Pakistan says it is not obligated to comply with unilateral US sanctions against Iran
Pakistan states it will continue trade with Iran despite US sanctions, balancing relations between the two nations.
Russia threatens Britain with strikes on military facilities over supply of weapons and technologies to the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova warned of possible strikes on British military sites in Ukraine and elsewhere after Britain announced transfer of Storm Shadow technology to Ukraine.
Deputy U.S. Defense Secretary Colby: Europe remains a key interest for the U.S.
Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby at the NATO headquarters.
Latvian Prime Minister stated that the risk of military invasion by Russia is currently low
Estonia and Latvia say the threat from Russia remains unchanged after CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s visit to Moscow, with Baltic leaders emphasizing vigilance and low risk of invasion.
Taiwan strengthens defense: President Lai urges urgent approval of $6.6 billion for drones
The call came ahead of a decisive vote in parliament, where the opposition holds the majority.
Andy Burnham to host Emmanuel Macron in UK amid diplomatic push with EU
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will host French President Emmanuel Macron at Downing Street next week.
Far-right AfD strengthens leadership ahead of crucial regional elections in Germany
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) leads in Saxony‑Anhalt ahead of September elections, raising questions about coalition formation, security concerns, and the impact on Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government.
Putin and al-Sharaa discussed Russia-Syria relations and military base issues
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa discuss the future of Russian bases in Syria, political dialogue, and a new agreement on Khmeimim and Tartus.