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NATO jet shoots down suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia

NATO jet shoots down suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia

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1 min readMay 19, 2026 07:53 PM IST A NATO military jet on Tuesday shot down a drone of apparent Ukrainian origin after it violated Estonian airspace, the Baltic country’s Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur told news website Delfi. The incident is the latest in a series of airspace violations involving drones in countries bordering Russia. According to a Reuters report, several Ukrainian military drones have recently strayed into the airspace of NATO member states Finland, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. The issue has triggered political fallout in the region, with Latvia’s government resigning last week over criticism of its handling of repeated drone incursions, Reuters reported. NATO did not immediately respond to Reuters’ request for comment. Expand The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, …

NATO a hostile bloc for Russia? Kremlin calls alliance ‘enemy’ as Putin pushes diplomacy in Iran war

NATO a hostile bloc for Russia? Kremlin calls alliance ‘enemy’ as Putin pushes diplomacy in Iran war

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Published on Apr 03, 2026 01:24 am IST Russia says it is ready to help de-escalate the Iran conflict, with Vladimir Putin continuing talks with regional leaders. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated Moscow is open to contributing to a peaceful resolution if needed. His remarks came in response to comments by Donald Trump on the war and possible US moves regarding NATO. Peskov reiterated Russia’s view of NATO as a hostile bloc. The developments highlight shifting global alignments as tensions rise in the Middle East and diplomatic efforts intensify.   Home / Videos / NATO a hostile bloc for Russia? Kremlin calls alliance ‘enemy’ as Putin pushes diplomacy in Iran war Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Trump says ‘very bad for the future of Nato’ if allies don’t help unblock Strait of Hormuz | World News

Trump says ‘very bad for the future of Nato’ if allies don’t help unblock Strait of Hormuz | World News

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President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before he boards Air Force One, Friday, March 13, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., for a trip to Florida. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) US President Donald Trump has warned that NATO could face a “very bad” future if member countries do not support efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to an interview with the Financial Times published on Sunday. Trump said countries that benefit from the vital oil shipping route should help ensure it remains open. “It’s only appropriate that people who are the beneficiaries of the Strait will help to make sure that nothing bad happens there,” he told the newspaper. The warning comes as the waterway has been disrupted during the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran, raising concerns about global energy supplies. Trump also said he could delay a planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this month if China does not clarify its position on the issue. Story continues below this ad “I think China should help too because China …

After Iran attacks European nation’s base, another NATO ally abandons US, sides with Tehran?| Israel

After Iran attacks European nation’s base, another NATO ally abandons US, sides with Tehran?| Israel

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Published on Mar 02, 2026 10:58 pm IST Tensions inside NATO are surfacing after France publicly criticized U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, saying the action should have been debated at the United Nations first. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot warned against unilateral escalation even as Iran retaliated across the region. The remarks came after a drone strike hit the RAF base at Akrotiri in Cyprus, prompting President Nikos Christodoulides to place the country on full alert while stressing non-involvement. The conflict erupted after strikes that reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, triggering missile and drone attacks across the Middle East.   News / Videos / After Iran attacks European nation’s base, another NATO ally abandons US, sides with Tehran?| Israel Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

NATO chief wishes ‘good luck’ to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help | World News

NATO chief wishes ‘good luck’ to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help | World News

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, center, greets the audience prior to his address during the Security and Defence Committee at the European Parliament in Brussels. (AP Photo) NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insisted on Monday that Europe is incapable of defending itself without US military support and would have to more than double current military spending targets to be able to do so. “If anyone thinks here … that the European Union or Europe as a whole can defend itself without the US, keep on dreaming. You can’t,” Rutte told EU lawmakers in Brussels. Europe and the United States “need each other,” he said. Tensions are festering within NATO over US President Donald Trump’s renewed threats in recent weeks to annex Greenland, which is a semiautonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark. Trump also said that he was slapping new tariffs on Greenland’s European backers, but later dropped his threats after a “framework” for a deal over the mineral-rich island was reached, with Rutte’s help. Few details of the agreement have emerged. The 32-nation military organization is …

‘Great and very brave soldiers of UK’: Donald Trump’s U-turn after comment on NATO troops in Afghanistan | World News

‘Great and very brave soldiers of UK’: Donald Trump’s U-turn after comment on NATO troops in Afghanistan | World News

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President Donald Trump walks down the stairs of Air Force One upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, after returning from the World Economic Forum in Davos.(AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez) US President Donald Trump on Saturday said the brave soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be with the United States. He also noted that 457 British soldiers died in Afghanistan and many more were badly injured during the 20-year-long US-led NATO invasion of the country. “The GREAT and very BRAVE soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be with the United States of America! In Afghanistan, 457 died, many were badly injured, and they were among the greatest of all warriors. It’s a bond too strong to ever be broken,” Trump said in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social. “The U.K. Military, with tremendous Heart and Soul, is second to none (except for the U.S.A.!). We love you all, and always will,” he added. Trump’s climbdown came a day after he faced heavy criticism from the …

“How Stupid Were We?” Trump Stuns Davos with Greenland Annexation Plan and a Harsh Warning to NATO

“How Stupid Were We?” Trump Stuns Davos with Greenland Annexation Plan and a Harsh Warning to NATO

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Ahead of his much-awaited speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, US President Donald Trump promised an outcome “that’s going to be very good for everybody.” His winding speech at the forum on Wednesday, clocking over an hour and ten minutes, did not disappoint. From Greenland and Venezuela to the war in Russia-Ukraine and the state of the US economy, the president addressed a range of issues, all while emphasising American exceptionalism. The overall message was singular and decisive: That the fate and the successes of economies worldwide rest on the success of the United States. “The United States is the economic engine of the planet. When America booms, the entire world booms… When it goes bad, you all follow us down,” he said. Here are the major takeaways. 1 – Greenland, the “piece of ice” NATO owes the US Since returning to the White House a year ago, Trump has repeatedly threatened to invade Greenland by any means necessary. Over the past year, his administration has engaged in various overtures, ranging from pressuring …

Can Trump’s Greenland ‘purchase’ bid work out? History tells us something

Can Trump’s Greenland ‘purchase’ bid work out? History tells us something

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Days after “capturing” Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, US President Donald Trump in yet another array of claims said his nation needs to “own” Greenland, be it the easy or hard way. But he not the first US leader to say so, and history has shown it may not be as easily done as a business deal. Since Greenland stands covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over, US needs Greenland from the standpoint of national security, Donald Trump said. (AFP) Even after Denmark and its semi-autonomous constituent Greenland stressed that the territory is not for sale, Trump has doubled down on his “decision”. The White House saying has said while the US administration is considering “buying” the territory from fellow NATO member Denmark, it would not rule out the option of annexing it by force. “Since Greenland stands covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over, US needs Greenland from the standpoint of national security,” Trump said, not elaborating on the claim. And on Saturday, Trump shocked eight European countries. including Denmark, Norway, and the …

Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Donald Trump’s threats to take it over | World News

Thousands march in Greenland to support Arctic island in the face of Donald Trump’s threats to take it over | World News

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Thousands of people in Greenland and Denmark have protested against comments by US President Donald Trump about taking control of Greenland, an autonomous territory under Danish rule. Demonstrations were held in Greenland’s capital Nuuk and in several Danish cities, including Copenhagen. Protesters waved Greenland’s red-and-white flag and held signs reading “Hands off Greenland” and “Greenland for Greenlanders”. The protests took place as a delegation from the US Congress arrived in Copenhagen. The group is led by Democratic Senator Chris Coons, who said Trump’s language on Greenland was “not constructive”. Why Trump wants Greenland Trump says Greenland is important for US national security. The island lies between North America and the Arctic and is seen as key for monitoring shipping routes and missile threats. It is also rich in natural resources. A boy holds a crossed out map of Greenland topped by a hairpiece symbolizing U.S. President Donald Trump, during a protest against Trump’s policy towards Greenland in front of the US consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. (AP Photo) He has not ruled …

Iran’s IRGC secret agents inside Germany amid US war threat? Trump endangering NATO allies?

Iran’s IRGC secret agents inside Germany amid US war threat? Trump endangering NATO allies?

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Published on Jan 15, 2026 06:22 pm IST German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has called on European countries to classify Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation, citing weeks of deadly protests across Iran that have reportedly killed more than 2,400 people, with thousands arrested and many facing capital punishment. Addressing the Bundestag in Berlin, Dobrindt said Europe must clearly regard the IRGC as a “terror militia”, adding that German authorities are intensifying monitoring of individuals and networks linked to the group. His remarks come amid growing international concern over Iran’s crackdown on protesters demanding relief from soaring inflation and currency devaluation.   News / Videos / Iran’s IRGC secret agents inside Germany amid US war threat? Trump endangering NATO allies? Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link