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2025-07-09

French President Macron says Europe will never abandon Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a resolute message of support for Ukraine during an address to the British Parliament. He asserted that Europe will stand steadfastly with Ukraine, emphasizing that neither France nor Britain will abandon the country. Macron pledged that …

2025-07-08

A game changer for France's military: How AI is transforming the defence industry

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to dramatically transform modern warfare, with its advanced algorithms enabling unprecedented analytical capabilities and precision targeting. Military experts are likening the impact of AI in defense to the revolutionary potential of the …

2025-07-07

Wildfires: Firefighters mobilized to tackle blazes all over Europe

Intense heatwaves across Europe have sparked widespread wildfires, prompting firefighters to mobilize in multiple countries. On a single Saturday, significant blazes erupted in Germany, Greece, and Turkey, challenging emergency services and putting communities at risk. The relentless heat has created tinderbox …

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 …