Undersea infrastructure risks rise as U.S. panel warns of sabotage threats
Senate hearing highlights Baltic Sea activity, legal gaps and global risks to underwater cables and energy networks.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO, started with 12 countries in 1949 and has since grown into a military alliance among Canada, the United States and 27 European nations. It requires members to commit to helping each other defend against any attack. NATO's initial purpose was to defend Western Europe from the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
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Global military spending hits record as Europe and Asia drive growth
U.S. decline over Ukraine war masks faster growth elsewhere as wars and long-term security shifts drive spending.
Europe boosts defense spending as E.U.-U.K. coordination lags behind
The European Parliament's president advised taking the 'emotion' out of talks and focusing on practical cooperation.
Trump pressures NATO allies over Iran war, deepening transatlantic rift
The US. demands quick commitments to secure the Strait of Hormuz as the president lashes out at alliance members.
In Ukraine’s fourth year of war, Latvia debates future of conscription
Volunteer numbers are at a record high amid fears Latvia might be Russia's next target, but the draft is controversial.
U.S. weighs NATO exit as alliance tensions deepen over Iran war
The remarks come as Washington presses European allies to support operations linked to the war and security in the Gulf.
Latvia's language shift exposes strains beyond the classroom
As the Ukraine war hardens security concerns, Russian-speaking communities face growing pressure in daily life.
Europe drives surge in global arms transfers as U.S. dominance expands
New data show Ukraine as world’s largest arms importer while Russian exports collapse and NATO members rearm.
Merz warns rules-based order eroding, urges trans-Atlantic reset
German chancellor says NATO benefits U.S. as well as Europe amid continued tensions over Greenland and burden-sharing.
NATO and Washington align on reduced U.S. role with guarantees
European allies assume greater defense responsibility as former U.S. officials stress alliance remains central to security.
NATO launches Arctic Sentry to consolidate High North presence
Military alliance's new coordination framework links Allied drills as Russia expands military activity in the High North.
U.S. allies seek more independence as Trump claims Greenland deal
European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.
New U.S. strategy to target 'erosion' of sovereignty by multilateralism
The document rejects past U.S. policy that it says 'lashed American policy to a network of international institutions.'
U.S., Ukraine cite progress at Geneva talks despite Trump ultimatum
The talks were complicated by Trump's renewed public criticism and a private threat to end U.S. military aid for Kyiv.
U.S. ambassador unveils 'MUNGA' plan to force massive U.N. cuts
After an interview, Waltz offered a U.N.-colored blue-and-white 'MUNGA' hat – short for 'Make the U.N. Great Again.'
U.N. sanctions tension rises as U.S. court clears trial for Turkish bank
The ruling tests the limits of sovereign immunity during a period of intense, worldwide enforcement of Iran penalties.