Trump's Ultimatum, Expensive Fuels in the EU, Costs of Lack of Independence of the NBP
Donald Trump has given Iran a 48-hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, amidst escalating tensions and potential military actions.
G7 Issues Strong Warning to Iran, Preparing to Deploy Military to Hormuz to Prevent Oil Crisis
The G7 and EU condemn Iran's reckless attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure, announcing military preparedness to protect global energy security.
KD Leader: โEurope has made itself completely irrelevantโ
Alice Teodorescu Mรฅwe, a leader of the Christian Democrats, criticizes European politicians for their reluctance to engage in military action as global tensions rise.
Eastern Europe is rearming: 1000 wheeled armored vehicles for Romania, heavy vehicles for Hungary
Eastern Europe is enhancing its military capabilities with significant purchases and cooperative ventures, propelled by EU funding and strategic partnerships.
Alliance of Sahel states outraged at EU demand to free Niger's president
The Alliance of Sahel states has condemned the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of Niger's detained former president Mohamed Bazoum, labeling it as interference in national sovereignty.
Gideon Saar wants the EU to designate Hezbollah as a 'terrorist organization'
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar urged France and the European Union to classify Hezbollah as a terrorist organization in its entirety, rather than just its military wing.
EU Summit: "It was not nice". Europe has virtually no influence on the war in the Middle East
European leaders at a summit in Brussels express a lack of influence over the ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts and declined to intervene directly or expand military missions.
MEP Ijabs: The EU must get involved in the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz
Latvian MEP Ijabs emphasizes the EU's deep reliance on oil and gas from the Strait of Hormuz and discusses the need for diplomatic and military engagement.
EU, the plan of seven countries to free the Strait of Hormuz: 'But the war must end immediately'
Seven EU countries are formulating a plan, possibly involving military intervention, to secure the Strait of Hormuz amidst ongoing conflicts that threaten maritime transport, particularly oil tankers.
War in Iran, today's news. Meloni: 'No Italian military mission in the Strait of Hormuz'
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni affirmed that EU countries are not directly involved in the conflict in Iran and emphasized diplomatic efforts for de-escalation, while Israeli PM Netanyahu claimed Iran is weaker than ever.
EU leaders vow to support Cyprus in talks over future of British bases
EU leaders are backing Cyprus as discussions begin regarding the future of British military bases on the island in light of recent Middle East tensions.
Denmark silently prepared to blow up Greenland's airport runways
Denmark has quietly made preparations to destroy its own airport runways in Greenland in case the United States attempts to seize its autonomous territory in the Arctic.
Metron Analysis Poll: 'No' to the War in Iran, 'No' to Trump
A new poll shows Greek public skepticism about military intervention in Iran and overwhelmingly negative views of Trump.
Macron: American threats against Greenland are a wake-up call for the EU
French President Emmanuel Macron views President Donald Trump's desire to acquire Greenland as a wake-up call for the EU, prompting France to send soldiers to participate in a military exercise alongside Denmark.
EU leaders push back against joining attacks on Iran as oil prices rise
European leaders are resisting calls from the U.S. to participate in military operations in the Middle East while facing rising energy prices driven by conflicts in the region.
NATO and EU missions will involve nearly 400 Lithuanian soldiers in 2026-2027
Lithuania will allow nearly 400 soldiers to participate in NATO and EU missions from this year through the end of the next year.
Mega Project: France to Build One of the World's Largest Aircraft Carriers for 10 Billion
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the country's next aircraft carrier will be named 'France Libre' and will cost approximately ten billion euros.
Machine tools for war: how equipment from a Polish factory ended up in Russia
Journalists revealed a supply channel for high-precision machine tools from a Polish factory to Russia's military production, despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The EU calls on Israel to stop operations in Lebanon
The European Union has urged Israel to cease its military operations in Lebanon following recent attacks in Beirut.
Pedro Sรกnchez โ The EU Leader Who Says No to Trump's War
Pedro Sรกnchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, has publicly opposed Donald Trump's plans to engage in military action against Iran, emphasizing Spain's refusal to be complicit in what he deems a misguided conflict.
Machine tools for war: how equipment from a Polish factory ended up in Russia
Investigative journalists have uncovered a supply chain enabling EU-made machine tools from Poland to be used in Russia's military efforts.
Is Trump alone? Reasons why allies are not getting involved in the war in Iran
European foreign ministers decided against joining military action in Iran, with EU officials expressing reluctance for prolonged conflict.
Chinese military set for EU and Nato talks as Iran war reshapes global security picture
A Chinese military delegation is set to meet with EU and NATO officials next week to discuss global security issues, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Babiลก: Czechia has joined the initiative to tighten the entry of Russian soldiers into the EU
Czech Prime Minister Babiลก announced that Czechia has joined an initiative aimed at tightening restrictions on Russian military personnel entering the European Union.
Putin's envoy fuels the fire: asks Trump to punish Europe
A Russian envoy suggests that the U.S. should sanction the UK and the EU while lifting sanctions on Russia to support global energy markets, criticizing NATO allies for not helping the U.S. in its military operations.
Expert: This is how Finland could participate in the operation in the Strait of Hormuz
An expert suggests that Finland could provide personnel for a potential EU military operation to secure maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, but unlikely to send equipment or troops.
Prof. Andrzej Nowak for 'Rzeczpospolita': Let Germany pay for Poland's SAFE as part of reparations
Professor Andrzej Nowak discusses the implications of the presidential veto regarding the EU SAFE program and calls for Germany to contribute to Poland's military modernization as reparations.
EU - Greece: Distances from Trump and the Strait of Hormuz - Athens on a Tightrope
Athens aligns with the European Union's core by resisting U.S. requests for military support in the Strait of Hormuz following similar rejections from other European leaders.
Should the government bypass Karol Nawrocki's veto regarding SAFE? There is a new survey from 'Rzeczpospolita'
A survey reveals public opinions on President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the EU SAFE program, highlighting its implications on military funding and defense industry investment.
The EU blacklists nine Russian military officials implicated in the Bucha massacre
The EU has imposed sanctions on nine Russian military officials linked to the Bucha massacre during the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Russia slams 'EU warmongers' for not backing Trump's war against its ally
Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev criticized European leaders for not supporting Trump's military efforts regarding the Strait of Hormuz during tensions with Iran.
Senior EU official rebukes Zelensky over Orban threat
A senior EU official criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for suggesting military action against Hungary's Prime Minister Orban over a loan veto.
'Like buying a ticket to the Titanic': EU leaders reject Trump's Hormuz demands
EU leaders dismissed U.S. President Trump's demands regarding security in the Strait of Hormuz, comparing compliance to purchasing a ticket to the doomed Titanic.
Will Europe Send Ships to the Middle East? EU Foreign Minister Explains
The article discusses the uncertainty surrounding the US's recent military strategies and the EU's position, particularly in light of comments by Estonia's former premier Kaja Kallas.
Trump's pressure doesn't work... EU says 'no deploy to Hormuz, it's not our war'
The European Union has decided against sending naval forces to the Strait of Hormuz, despite pressure from President Donald Trump to assist in a potential conflict with Iran.
Defense of the homeland is the most important, also in financial terms. It has a statutory legal basis
The article discusses the Polish government's plans to access EU funding for military support despite a presidential veto, highlighting legal and constitutional implications.
Hรคkkรคnen on the Hormuz Operation: Finland may not have the resources or ability to participate
Finnish Defense Minister Antti Hรคkkรคnen believes Finland's involvement in the Hormuz operation is unlikely due to limited resources and capabilities.
CSG Group and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa: Multidimensional Industrial Partnership
CSG Group and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have signed a framework agreement to deepen their industrial and technological collaboration, specifically in defense projects within the EU and NATO.
Kaja Kallas: The EU 'has no appetite' for expanding the naval mission in the Strait of Hormuz
The EU's foreign ministers are currently unwilling to expand their naval mission to the Strait of Hormuz, as stated by EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.
Brussels responds to Trump's pressure for Europe to get involved in the Strait of Hormuz: "It is not the EU's war"
The EU has firmly stated it does not wish to engage militarily in the Strait of Hormuz, countering President Trump's expectations for NATO allies' involvement.
Kaliลรกk also starts on the bypass around Zvolen. We can obtain EU funds more easily for military roads, he says
Defense Minister Robert Kaliลรกk announces plans for an 11-kilometer bypass around Zvolen as part of a military logistics initiative.
Meeting of Foreign Ministers: The EU Shows Trump a Cold Shoulder
At a recent meeting, EU foreign ministers affirmed their reluctance to support U.S. military action against Iran, despite pressure from President Trump.
Meeting of Foreign Ministers: The EU Shows Trump the Cold Shoulder
European foreign ministers have indicated their unwillingness to support U.S. military actions against Iran despite President Trump's warnings.
Europe demands more information from Trump over Hormuz warship plan
European nations are requesting more clarity from Donald Trump regarding military goals in the Middle East amid a heightened conflict involving Iran and its allies.
Tajani: The missions 'Shields' and 'Atalanta' cannot reach the Strait of Hormuz
Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasized the importance of diplomatic efforts over military missions concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
Media: Ukraine has no good alternative to replace the EU's 90 billion euro loan
Ukraine faces potential financial instability without the EU's 90 billion euro loan, currently blocked by Hungary.
When the crisis erupted in the Middle East, the EU was dealing with the Industrial Accelerator Act
The EU's focus on the Industrial Accelerator Act stands in stark contrast to escalating military actions in the Middle East involving the US and Israel against Iran.
Kallas suggests redirecting the EU Naval Mission from the Red Sea to the Strait of Hormuz
Kaja Kallas proposes redirecting the EU naval mission from the Red Sea to the Strait of Hormuz to enhance security for oil and gas tankers.
Former EU Chief Diplomat Borrell: EC Leader Unduly Favors the U.S. and Israel
Former EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell criticized the European Commission's leadership for favoring U.S. and Israeli interests over international law regarding military actions against Iran.
Researcher: Securing the Strait of Hormuz would be risky for European countries
A researcher warns of the risks associated with a potential European military operation in the Strait of Hormuz, as EU foreign ministers discuss maritime security measures.