Czech Republic: Another NATO Villain, Politico Writes. Army Cuts Risk Babiš's Wrath from Trump
The Czech Republic risks being labeled a 'villain' by NATO due to planned defense budget cuts below 2% of GDP, as reported by Politico.
It is irresponsible to reduce defense spending. Pavel criticized the budget proposal
Czech politician Pavel has criticized a proposed budget that includes cuts to defense spending, labeling it as irresponsible.
German-French Relations: Outrage in Paris over Wadephul's Interference
The German Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, has sparked outrage in Paris by criticizing French budget policies and suggesting areas for cuts during a radio interview.
Heikki Hiilamo's column: Guns or butter – will the growth of defense spending lead to an explosion of poverty?
The column critiques the Finnish government's cuts to social benefits while increasing defense spending, predicting a worsening poverty crisis.
Macron is angry and he has a reason; saving on the army is a gamble by Babiš
Czech Prime Minister Babiš's budget cuts to the military are causing resentment from French President Macron, who believes that military funding should be prioritized.
We Are Weakening and the Enemy Is Noticing! What Is the Former Head of the British Army Warning About?
Former British Army Chief Nick Carter warns that the UK is suffering significant military cutbacks, weakening its armed forces while adversaries take note of this decline.
The battle for the budget begins. Defense, culture, and the presidential office are expected to suffer cuts
The Czech Republic is bracing for a budget battle with proposed cuts affecting defense, culture, and the presidential office.
Pentagon cuts ties with Harvard over ‘wokeness’
The Pentagon has severed all ties with Harvard University, accusing it of promoting 'wokeness' and tolerating anti-Jewish harassment, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Musk Cuts Connection: What the Starlink Shutdown Means for Russia
Elon Musk has terminated unauthorized access to Starlink for Russia, prompting reactions from Russian war bloggers while authorized terminals continue to function, as confirmed by Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Department of Ethnic Minorities: Funding for Eastern Lithuania Measures Temporarily Suspended
The Department of Ethnic Minorities announced the temporary suspension of funding for measures aimed at Eastern Lithuania due to budget cuts in 2026-2028 and prioritization of cultural sector continuity alongside national defense financing.
Central banks unite with Powell after Trump's attacks: 'It is essential to preserve independence'
Central bank leaders, including Christine Lagarde and Pablo Hernández de Cos, unite in defense of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell against pressure from the Trump administration regarding interest rate cuts.