Britain to Boost Falklands Defenses, Argentina Eyes Russia
Britain will spend more to defend the Falklands as Argentina seeks military support from Russia.
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Sweden to Boost Defense, Remilitarize Gotland
Sweden will finance expanded submarine operations and a permanent military presence on Gotland.
Juncker’s European Army Is Not Going to Happen
Nobody other than the president of the European Commission is interested in militarizing the EU.
Despite Lull in Fighting, Ukraine Fears Rebel Attack
Ukraine continues to withdraw from the frontlines but fears another assault on the port city of Mariupol.
Cyprus Signs Deal Allowing Russian Ships to Use Ports
Cyprus and Russia both play down the significance of the pact, saying it shouldn’t worry anyone.
Egypt Strikes Libya Islamists, Italy Wary of Intervention
Egypt calls for an international effort to “defeat terrorism” in Libya. Italy isn’t so sure.
Support for Arming Ukraine Rises, Risks Remain
The United States are thinking again about giving weapons to Ukraine, even if it could provoke Russia.
Islamic State Militants Target Kurds Across Iraq
Islamist militants launch a wave of attacks on Kurdish positions around the city of Kirkuk.
Mariupol Offensive Suggests Russia’s Ambitions Broad
An attack on the port city of Mariupol suggests Russia’s land grab in Ukraine is far from over.
Lack of Maritime Patrol Aircraft Reinforces British Defense Flaws
Lacking adequate anti-submarine capabilities of its own, Britain is forced to rely on allies.
North Europe Deepens Defense Cooperation Against Russia
Britain, the Baltic and Nordic countries step up intelligence sharing and ccross-border air force training.
West Sees Russian Troops in Ukraine, Fears Mariupol Attack
NATO observes Russian military equipment moving into Ukraine, possibly to support an attack on Mariupol.
Renewed Fighting in Donbas as Russia, Ukraine Trade Barbs
Both sides accuse the other of violating a ceasefire, leading to a new round of fighting in southeastern Ukraine.
Submarine Hunt Underscores Nordics’ Russia Fears
A submarine search has triggered Sweden’s biggest military mobilization since the Cold War.
Syrian Rebels Find Evidence of Russian Presence in Army Base
Rebels say they have found proof of a Russian intelligence or special forces presence in Syria.