As the US shifts its global security focus, European nations are openly debating the need for a homegrown nuclear deterrent. France has offered its nuclear shield, while Germany is seeking security guarantees from the UK and France. With Trump's retreat from NATO commitments, is Europe on its own against nuclear threats?

Europe is openly debating a nuclear future without US

Reports suggest that Trump is considering pulling US troops from the Baltics, sparking fears of heightened vulnerability in Europe. NATO faces a potential crisis as European leaders scramble to address security concerns.

Europe faces crisis over possible us troop withdrawal plans

On Tuesday, the United States and Russia announced their commitment to continue working towards resolving the war in Ukraine, following discussions held in the Saudi capital, where Kyiv was not present. The 4-1/2-hour meeting in Riyadh represents a major turning point, as it was the first occasion that U.S. and Russian officials convened to explore ways to end the deadliest war in Europe since World War II. Ukraine has asserted that it will not accept any agreement that is imposed on it without its participation.

Russia demands NATO cancel Ukraine membership promise in talks with US in Riyadh

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: 

- China, NATO Hold Key Talks On Global Security
- UK PM Pledges Support For Ukraine
- Zelensky Visits Abu Dhabi
- Singapore Opposition Leader In Trouble

NATO assures no Asia expansion, seeks dialogue with China

World: “No decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine, no decisions about Europe without Europe. Europe must have a seat at the table,” Zelenskyy told the Conference.

'Will never accept deals reached behind our backs', says Zelensky, calls for creation of 'European army'

Russian President Vladimir Putin is getting what he wants. Since his hour-long call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, Europe and Ukraine have been thrown into turmoil, pushing back against comments coming out of Washington. This after Trump's defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, warned NATO allies to spend more on Europe's defence, ruled out NATO membership for Ukraine and dismissed the possibility of restoring all of Ukraine's lost territory. These developments are a big win for Russia. How?

Putin wins on NATO as Europe shivers from Trump's cold shoulder

The annual Munich Security Conference has begun. The ongoing Russian war in Ukraine is high on the agenda, with US Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in attendance. Watch this report for more details!

Munich conference opens as US pushes to end Ukraine war

As Trump’s team heads to Europe for crucial talks, NATO partners express concerns over being sidelined in potential Ukraine peace negotiations. With key European nations demanding involvement, the future of diplomacy hangs in the balance.

Trump’s NATO Meeting sparks tensions over Ukraine peace talks

World: Hegseth said Trump stopped the fighting and "reaching and enduring peace is a top priority". Hegseth added that Trump intends to “bring both Russia and Ukraine to the table.”

‘Illusionary goal’: US Defence Secretary Hegseth warns Ukraine’s return to pre-2014 borders ‘unrealistic’

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused the U.S. of forming a NATO-like military bloc in the region, warning of dire consequences. He vowed to expand and modernize North Korea’s nuclear arsenal in response to growing alliances between the U.S., South Korea, and Japan.

Kim Jong Un warns US over military bloc plans in Asia

World: Speaking of the risk of a trade war, Stoltenberg stressed the importance of "doing everything we can to protect ourselves against the creation of trade barriers against Norway".

Ex-NATO chief Stoltenberg named Norway's finance minister

A Russian spy vessel was spotted 72 kilometres off the British Coast. The same vessel was spotted just last November near the UK.

Putin’s spy warships taunt UK, challenge NATO

Russia has accused NATO of taking advantage of the suspected sabotage of undersea cables in recent months. To increase the alliance's military presence in the Baltic Sea. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has said that the West's real goal is to limit the export of Russian oil by any means. Watch in for more details!

Russia accuses NATO of taking advantage of suspected sabotage of undersea cables

World: Several telecom and power cables have been severed with experts and politicians accusing Russia of orchestrating a hybrid war against the West. 

NATO launches new naval mission to protect undersea cables in Baltic Sea

World: "Europe is in for a tiny fraction of the money that we're in. We have a thing called the ocean in between us, right? Why are we in for billions and billions of dollars more money than Europe?" US President-elect Trump said.

'That's a lot of money': NATO faces pressure as Trump reignites spending debate; Germany, Czech react

Donald Trump pushed NATO members to boost their defence spending to five percent of GDP, underlining his long-standing claims that they are underpaying for US protection. Watch this report for more details!

Donald Trump to NATO allies: Spend 5% of GDP on defence

Donald Trump on Tuesday pushed NATO members to boost their defence spending to five percent of GDP, underlining his long-standing claims that they are underpaying for US protection. Watch this report for more details!

Donald Trump calls for defence spending for NATO allies to go up to 5%

A scathing report from the U.S. Helsinki Commission accuses Russia of launching hybrid attacks on NATO territory. It claims that since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, sabotage operations across North America and Europe have intensified. If true, how has Moscow managed to target NATO and the West singlehandedly, despite severe sanctions? Our next report reveals more. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: NATO Must Take Shadow War Seriously: Report

Russia-Ukraine War | NATO Must Take Decisive Actions To Support Ukraine: Think Tank

With NATO and Russia exchanging increasingly heated nuclear rhetoric, the world is edging closer to an unprecedented military confrontation. Moscow has cited NATO's European missile deployments as justification for its own aggressive missile positioning, marking a dangerous new phase in nuclear deterrence. Watch in for more details!

Russia To Lift Ban On Nuclear Missile Deployment: Lavrov

According to Finnish customs and the European Union's executive commission, the tanker could belong to Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers.

Finland detains Russian oil tanker linked to Baltic sea cable damage; NATO offers 'support'

A potential ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war is aging closer with Donald Trump returning to the White House and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicating a willingness to cede the Donbas region in exchange for security guarantees. However, the question looms: will Europe step up to enforce peace on Ukrainian soil? Watch in for more details!

Russia Ukraine War: Zelensky Ready For Truce, Wants Foreign Troops

Ukraine’s Zelensky says North Korean troop casualties exceed 3,000 in Kursk. Zelensky’s estimate is higher than that provided by South Korea’s Seoul said at least 1,100 North Korean troops had been killed or wounded. Seoul also warned about, ‘signs’ of North preparing more troops, drones for Russia. Earlier, videos emerged of N. Korean troops being killed by Ukrainian drones. Watch in for more details!

Zelensky Alleges Massive North Korean Casualties In Ukraine War

A potential ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war is aging closer with Donald Trump returning to the White House and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicating a willingness to cede the Donbas region in exchange for security guarantees. However, the question looms: will Europe step up to enforce peace on Ukrainian soil?



Russia Ukraine War: Will European Troops Enforce A Cease-fire In Ukraine?

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