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Dec 08 2024MILITARY

NATO's New Focus: Mental Health from the Start

Imagine being a soldier in the modern world. It's not just about physical strength anymore; mental resilience is key. NATO, along with five of its countries, has decided to take this seriously right from the start. Gone are the days of quick chats after missions. Now, soldiers are getting the right

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Nato Dream: A Long Way Off

Ukraine's hope to join Nato is not happening anytime soon, say diplomats. A senior Nato diplomat told Reuters it could take months to reach a consensus. The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, is in Brussels for a Nato meeting. Ukraine's foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, sent a letter asking for a

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Dec 01 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's NATO Hope: A New War Strategy?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has a new idea to end the war with Russia quickly. He thinks if NATO invites Ukraine to join, focusing on the areas Kyiv still controls, it could protect those regions and help Ukraine get back the rest of its territory through talks. But there's a problem. Uk

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Romania's Shift to Far-Right, Pro-Russia Stance Worries EU and NATO

Imagine a scenario where Romania, once known for its loyalty to the EU and NATO, starts to lean towards Russia. That’s what’s happening with the rise of Georgescu, a TikTok sensation with a surprising 3. 8 million followers. He’s not part of any political party but speaks directly to the people, rej

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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. T

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Does Matt Whitaker Have What It Takes for NATO?

Matt Whitaker, picked by President-elect Donald Trump for the role of NATO ambassador, might face a bumpy road through confirmation hearings. Whitaker's a former U. S. attorney, lobbyist, and briefly served as acting attorney general during Trump's first term. However, he seems short on foreign affa

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Ukrainians' Trust in NATO and EU Membership Wanes

As the war with Russia drags on, Ukrainians are becoming less hopeful about joining NATO and the EU, according to a recent poll. The survey, conducted by Gallup, found that fewer Ukrainians believe their country will join these Western alliances anytime soon. The number of people thinking Ukraine wi

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Trump Picks Lawyer Matt Whitaker as NATO Ambassador

In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump has chosen Matt Whitaker, a former acting Attorney General, to represent the United States at NATO. This decision comes despite Whitaker's lack of experience in foreign policy. Instead, his background is in law enforcement, having served as U. S. A

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Defending Undersea Cables: Finland's Call to NATO and EU

Finland has expressed serious concerns about the vulnerability of undersea internet cables connecting Europe. Following an incident where a cable connecting Santahamina, near Helsinki, to Rostock, Germany, was damaged, Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen emphasized the need for greater protection from p

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Nov 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Space Safety: NATO's Cyber Challenges

NATO heavily relies on space assets for missions and defense. But these assets come with a hidden danger: cybersecurity gaps. These weaknesses exist throughout NATO's supply chain for space assets, putting both NATO's missions and member states' security at risk. What's worrying is that this supply

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