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NATO 3.0: Ankara and the End of Strategic Complacency. Why the 2026 Summit Matters More Than Its Communiqué

Abstract When Allied leaders gather in Ankara on 7–8 July 2026, public attention will inevitably focus on defence spending, President Donald Trump's demands and the...

Slovaks vote on lifelong payments for right-wing populist leader Fico

Slovaks are set to participate in a referendum on Saturday to determine whether to abolish lifelong payments for right-wing populist Prime Minister Robert Fico...

Far-right Alternative for Germany elects leaders amid huge protests

Thousands of protesters gathered to disrupt the national convention of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party on Saturday, resulting in clashes with law...

Russia’s drone campaign in Europe: Drones likely launched from shadow ships, report says

Russia likely used shadow ships to launch drones over Europe, disrupting civilian aviation while monitoring military sites and testing NATO air defences, according to...

Le Pen won’t run in 2027 election if required to wear electronic bracelet

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has announced that she will refrain from running for president next year if a Paris appeals court orders...

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