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Articles by Vaclav Zoubek

2025-07-06

US transforms Souda base into fortress

The Souda Bay naval base in Greece has undergone a significant transformation, becoming a heavily fortified military stronghold. The U.S. has deployed advanced military hardware to protect critical assets stationed at this strategic Mediterranean facility. The base now hosts American M-LIDS counter-unmanned aircraft …

2025-07-05

Is Spain's opposition plotting to oust weakened PM soon?

Spain's left-wing coalition government faces a significant crisis following the imprisonment of former Socialist heavyweight Santos Cerdán on corruption charges. The scandal has also implicated former transport minister José Luis Ábalos, a key figure in Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's rise to …

2025-07-04

Arms deliveries, sanctions loopholes: How Trump's recent moves benefit Russia

Recent decisions by U.S. President Donald Trump have significantly benefited Russia, both militarily and economically, while complicating the geopolitical landscape. The White House suspended a planned shipment of critical military equipment to Ukraine, citing concerns about maintaining U.S …

2025-07-03

'Ukraine is at the wrong end right now: War's center of gravity is manpower, casualties, attrition'

Ukraine is currently facing a critical juncture in its defense against Russian aggression, as the United States has temporarily halted shipments of key weapons. This decision has raised alarms in Kyiv, with Ukrainian officials …

2025-07-02

Germany and Denmark announce navy patrol in Arctic

Germany is set to bolster its military presence in the North Atlantic and Arctic regions, responding to heightened security concerns and increased Russian submarine activity. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced that Germany will deploy naval assets, including the support ship Berlin …

2025-07-01

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

Spain Marks Two Decades of Gay Marriage Legalization

Twenty years have passed since Spain's Congress of Deputies legalized same-sex marriage on June 30, 2005, under the Socialist government of José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. This milestone has enabled over 75 …

2025-06-30

Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine in biggest air offensive since war began

Russia has intensified its aerial assaults on Ukraine, launching its most significant air offensive since the war began three years ago. The attack, which occurred overnight, involved a total of 537 aerial weapons, including 477 drones and …

2025-06-29

Serbian riot police fire tear gas at anti-government protesters demanding snap elections

In Serbia, tens of thousands of anti-government protesters gathered in Belgrade, demanding snap elections and an end to President Aleksandar Vucic's 12-year rule. The protests, led by university students, have been ongoing since November, sparked by a train …

2025-06-28

EU Summit focuses on Ukraine amid divisions over Russia sanctions

At the recent EU summit in Brussels, leaders convened to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for enhanced support, particularly in air defense, anti-drone technology, and ammunition. The call for an 18th round of sanctions against Russia …

2025-06-27

Parliament approves Poland’s withdrawal from international anti-landmine treaty

Poland's parliament has approved a government proposal to withdraw from the Ottawa Treaty, which commits signatories to eliminate anti-personnel landmines. The decision, driven by concerns over Russia's growing threat, aims to deploy mines along Poland's eastern borders. Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz …