NATO ALLIES

Aug 01 2025POLITICS

Iran's Growing Threats: A Call for Action from the West

Iran's actions have been causing quite a stir in the West. Several countries, including the U. S. and many NATO allies, have come together to voice their concerns. They accuse Iran of trying to harm people in Europe and North America. This includes targeting journalists, dissidents, Jewish citizens, and even current and former officials. The joint statement from thes...

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Russia and North Korea: A New Alliance on Europe's Doorstep

Russia is getting ready to boost its army by around 150, 000 soldiers. This includes additional troops from North Korea. This move is seen as a preparation for ongoing conflicts, particularly with Ukraine and possibly its regional allies. A key point to note is that this expansion comes at a time when Russia is facing a significant shortage of soldiers due to the esc...

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Small Nations Boost Defense to Five Percent: What Does It Mean?

Lithuania and Estonia, two small Baltic countries, have decided to significantly up their defense spending. They've pledged to allocate five percent of their GDP to defense, starting from 2026. This makes them the highest defense spenders in NATO, passing Poland's current four percent. Why are they doing this? Well, there's pressure from the U. S. President, Donald T...

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Russia's Airstrikes Target Kyiv During U. K. PM's Visit

Imagine a world leader visiting a war zone. That's exactly what happened when the U. K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stepped into Kyiv on Thursday. To add to the tension, Russia chose that same day to launch air strikes on Ukraine's capital. This wasn't a one-off event; Russia has targeted Kyiv during previous visits by fore...

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

U. K. and EU Team Up to Boost Ukraine's Defense

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is planning a defense agreement with the European Union to support Ukraine, in case Donald Trump halts U. S. aid. This move is a big deal because it shows what Europe is expecting from Trump's second term. They're trying to strengthen Ukraine's defenses before Trump takes office again. The U. K. and EU haven't always been best friends sin...

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Get Ready: Sweden & Finland's New War Survival Tips

Ever thought about what you'd do if war came knocking? Sweden and Finland have updated their survival guides for citizens, just in case. They're not alone; other NATO countries are revamping their defense plans too. Why the sudden worry? It's all about the Ukraine conflict and the changing world. The governments want people to be prepared. They're handing out bookle...

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