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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Militarization of the Current Cult: Trump is Squandering Tomorrow's Security Today

This opinion piece critiques the reckless use of military resources under Trump's leadership, warning of dire consequences for future conflicts.

Mar 22 • 22:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Driving is not our armament, Hampl criticizes government spending on defense

Czech political figure Hampl has criticized the government's defense spending, equating it to unnecessary militarization.

Mar 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Malić responded to Kekin regarding her criticism of the Croatian Army: Here’s what he said

Gordan Malić and Ivana Kekin engage in a public disagreement over the portrayal of the Croatian Army in schools and the legacy of World War II partisans.

Mar 21 • 21:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Russia uses failed exams to funnel students into army in occupied territories, militarizing Ukrainian youth, lawyer says

Russia is allegedly pressuring Ukrainian students in occupied territories to join the military if they fail exams, according to a lawyer.

Mar 20 • 15:43 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Viktoria Ladõnskaja-Kubits: The Changed Language of Political Leaders Signals a Dangerous Trend Towards War

Political leaders' changing language reflects a troubling trend towards increased militarization, according to columnist Viktoria Ladõnskaja-Kubits.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Kekin against introducing children to the Croatian Army, while attending the Trnje bonfire commemorating partisans?!

Ivana Kekin criticizes the Croatian government's militarization of society and the introduction of elementary school students to the Croatian Army, while simultaneously her party organizes a commemoration for partisans accused of war crimes.

Mar 20 • 07:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The Kurdish Militias of Iran Await the Weakening of the Regime to Intervene

Iranian Kurdish militias are on standby to act against the regime when it weakens, despite U.S. President Trump's shifting strategies and opposition from Turkey.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Çelik's Attacks on Greece: 'Instability' from the Militarization of Islands – Scenarios of Agreement with Israel

Turkish government spokesman Omer Celik criticized Greece, Cyprus, and Israel for their actions in the Eastern Mediterranean, warning against instability due to the militarization of islands.

Mar 17 • 19:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Provocative Celik: 'The militarization of Greek islands and the close cooperation between Greek Cypriots and Israel is a source of instability'

Omer Celik claims the Greek militarization of islands and collaboration with Israel are destabilizing factors in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Mar 17 • 18:22 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Mr. Nobody vs Putin, the Oscar-winning documentary is not liked in Russia: 'Antipatriotic'

The Oscar-winning documentary 'Mr. Nobody vs Putin' has faced backlash in Russia, being labeled as 'antipatriotic' by critics.

Mar 16 • 07:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Expert Slams Putin's Billion-Dollar Investment: "It's Going Straight to Hell"

A recent survey indicates that 79% of Russians under 25 favor peace negotiations with Ukraine, suggesting disillusionment with Putin's militarization efforts.

Mar 15 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Anti-Ship Missiles: Japan Re-Arms Against China and North Korea

Japan is enhancing its military capabilities by stationing new anti-ship missiles on its southern islands, amid local opposition and accusations of militarization from China.

Mar 15 • 14:02 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Canada unveils Arctic militarization plan

Canada has announced a multi-billion dollar plan to strengthen its military presence in the Arctic amid rising tensions with Russia and NATO's military buildup in the region.

Mar 13 • 14:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The era of decisions without humans

The militarization of artificial intelligence poses significant political and moral challenges amidst ongoing negotiations at the UN regarding autonomous weapons.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor. DN's position on nuclear weapons is alarming

A letter to Dagens Nyheter expresses concern over the newspaper's stance on nuclear weapons and urges Sweden's military leadership to heed academic perspectives against nuclear armament.

Mar 12 • 07:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard: The Backbone of a Militarized State

In response to recent airstrikes, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard deployed forces in Tehran to establish control and instill fear among the populace.

Mar 9 • 12:54 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Asta Skaisgirytė: Lifting sanctions on Russia would be a bad thing for us and for the entire West

Asta Skaisgirytė warns that removing sanctions on Russia would enable further militarization and aggressive actions and urges the EU to adopt a 20th sanctions package.

Mar 9 • 07:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ankara on Patriot in Karpathos: We will not allow faits accomplis

Turkey has reiterated its objections to the transfer of Patriot missile systems to Karpathos, citing concerns over militarization and regional tensions.

Mar 5 • 09:34 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Athens responds to Ankara regarding Patriot: The defense of the islands is non-negotiable

Greece firmly asserts its defense rights in response to Turkey's claims regarding the militarization of Aegean islands after the transfer of Patriot missiles to Karapathos and Cyprus.

Mar 5 • 09:07 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Rebuild the International Peace Movement Again

The article calls for a revitalization of the international peace movement, which has diminished since the Cold War despite increasing global militarization and conflict.

Mar 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

‘When You Fly a Drone for the First Time, It’s Cool’: Drone Operation Enters Russia’s School Curriculum

Drone operation has officially been incorporated into Russia's school curriculum as part of the push for militarization of education in response to the conflict in Ukraine.

Mar 3 • 17:24 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Iran, the Guardians against a 'Venezuelan' negotiation with the US: the regime militarizes

The article discusses the potential power vacuum in Iran following Supreme Leader Khamenei's declining popularity and the implications of a militarization by the regime amid talks with the US.

Mar 2 • 08:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Observatory Highlights Israeli ‘Hell’ and the Militarization of Football in America

The article discusses the severe conditions faced by Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, referred to as 'hell on earth' by a human rights organization, and touches on the torture of journalists as reported in a recent investigation.

Feb 23 • 18:31 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian textbooks, cadet classes and youth militia: state of schools in temporarily occupied territories

Russian authorities are enforcing a curriculum in occupied Ukrainian territories that indoctrinates children with loyalty to the Russian state, affecting over 582,000 students.

Feb 23 • 15:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

How Putin's Child Army is Growing. "The Army Does Not Overlook Even Newborns"

The article discusses the militarization of youth in Russia, particularly in the context of indoctrination efforts that have intensified since the invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 22 • 07:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

School of Propaganda. "Mr. Nobody versus Putin", or how the system educates children for war

The article discusses the documentary "Mr. Nobody versus Putin" which highlights the militarization of children in Russia through the experiences of a teacher in a toxic environment.

Feb 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Military: Narratives of an Aggressive Lithuania Strengthened in the Public Sphere of Russia and Belarus

Lithuanian military analysts warn that narratives promoting an aggressive Lithuania are rising in Russia and Belarus, particularly concerning NATO militarization and a military conflict provoked by the establishment of a training ground in Kapčiamiestis.

Feb 17 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump's Pressure and Increased Militarization Cause Divisions in Europe

The speech by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at an annual conference underscores the growing military presence in Europe amid pressures from the Trump administration, leading to divisions within the region.

Feb 17 • 11:21 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

The war party takes Munich

The Munich Security Conference highlighted a troubling commitment by Western European leaders to militarization and confrontation with Russia, lacking innovative solutions for peace.

Feb 16 • 20:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica to Enhance Security but Avoid 'Militarization' Image

The Vatican is enhancing security measures at St. Peter's Basilica after recent vandalism incidents while striving to maintain a non-militaristic appearance.

Feb 16 • 16:03 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

UK and German officials warn of ‘hard choices’ for militarization

UK and German military leaders emphasize the need for NATO countries to make difficult financial decisions to bolster defense against perceived threats from Russia.

Feb 16 • 11:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Latvian Intelligence Chief: Russia May Remain on a War Footing Even After the Ukraine Conflict

Latvian intelligence chief states that Russia will continue to militarize its economy post-Ukrainian conflict.

Feb 15 • 13:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"The Militarization of Artificial Intelligence" Sparks Social Media Outrage After Reports of Its Use in Maduro's Arrest

Reports reveal that artificial intelligence technology may have been used in the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, igniting widespread concern on social media about the militarization of AI.

Feb 15 • 08:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
World

"Militarization of Greenland". Lavrov threatens military reaction from Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned of a military response from Moscow regarding the militarization of Greenland.

Feb 12 • 04:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Sanna Torén Björling: The comeback of minorities is a sign of the times

Sanna Torén Björling discusses the resurgence of minorities amid global turbulence, highlighting its link to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Feb 12 • 04:34 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Russia threatens to attack Greenland if it militarizes: 'We will take technical-military countermeasures'

Russia warns of technical-military responses if Greenland is militarized against its interests, according to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

Feb 11 • 15:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Greenland: Russia threatens to take ‘countermeasures’ in case of ‘militarization’ of the territory

Russia has warned it will take military countermeasures if Western nations increase their military presence in Greenland, as stated by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

Feb 11 • 12:40 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Lavrov's Message: Nuclear Limits Depending on the U.S. – Countermeasures in Greenland if Necessary

Russia has stated it will continue to adhere to the nuclear limits previously set by the New START treaty with the U.S., while signaling potential military countermeasures in response to any militarization of Greenland.

Feb 11 • 11:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Lavrov Spoke Aggressively: If Greenland is Militarized, Russia Will Take Military Measures

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned that Moscow would take military countermeasures if the West increases its military presence in Greenland.

Feb 11 • 10:32 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

New Anarchist Claims. Target Valsusa for Askatasuna

Anarchists are returning to Valsusa to protest against the presence of Israeli citizens in the area, under the banner of anti-militarization and solidarity with Palestinian resistance.

Feb 11 • 05:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Provocative Celik just before Mitsotakis' visit - raises again the issue of the demilitarization of the islands

Turkey's AKP spokesperson Omer Celik provocatively reiterates the issue of demilitarization of Aegean islands ahead of Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis' visit to Ankara.

Feb 9 • 18:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norwegian defense industry in explosive growth: – Could be bigger than fish

Norway's defense industry is poised for unprecedented growth, potentially surpassing its traditional export sectors like fish due to increased demand amid rising European militarization.

Feb 9 • 12:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Street Art as Revolution: Laika Heads to ICE and Militarized Europe

The political street art of Laika fiercely critiques figures like Trump and Orbán while addressing issues surrounding militarization and immigration enforcement in Europe.

Feb 7 • 17:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Terrifying Change is Happening in Russia – This is What it is About

A significant transformation in military-patriotic education in Russia is being used as a tool for power, according to researcher Jonna Alava.

Feb 7 • 10:35 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Between Supervision and Disintegration.. What Scenarios are Proposed for Iran's Nuclear Devices?

The article discusses critical questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program and presents various negotiation scenarios between Iran's desire for a peaceful program and Western concerns about its militarization.

Feb 6 • 17:15 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
World

The Struggle for Greenland: – Russia will be 'forced' to react

Russia warns against American militarization in Greenland amid discussions of a possible military buildup, with tensions rising as Denmark considers expanding its defense agreement with the U.S.

Feb 5 • 01:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Russia: We are seriously concerned about sending soldiers to Greenland

Russia has expressed serious concern over NATO's announcement to deploy additional troops to Greenland following a meeting of Danish, Greenlandic, and American leaders at the White House.

Jan 15 • 10:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Moscow expresses 'serious concern' over the dispatch of additional NATO forces to Greenland

Moscow has voiced serious concerns regarding NATO's decision to send additional troops to Greenland, criticizing the alliance for opting for rapid militarization of the North instead of constructive work within existing frameworks.

Jan 15 • 09:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The political scientist: "Fiords, ice, and mountains, the occupation of Greenland at risk of disaster"

A political scientist warns that misguided militarization of Greenland could compromise U.S. national security and regional peace, while discussing historical agreements that allow U.S. bases.

Jan 15 • 00:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

It's not just Greenland, the Danes are amassing troops here: 'For the first time in 80 years we are threatened on both sides'

The small Danish island of Bornholm is rapidly transforming into a militarization laboratory in Europe, as troops and military equipment are deployed in response to potential threats from Russia.

Jan 14 • 08:11 UTC

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