The backstory: How battle in Egypt's desert turned the tide of World War II “This is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is perhaps the end of the beginning.” The Times of India · Oct 23
Rival factions, civil war & shadow of terror: Why Libya is still broken 15 years after Gaddafi's bloody end Since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has been trapped in a cycle of political strife and disunity. Although a UN-backed agreement was reached with hopes of conducting elections, various administrations maintain control over separate regions. By April 2026, a unified national budget was achieved, yet obstacles to… The Times of India · Oct 22
Mark Carney lands in Turkey to forge a new partnership as Canada looks beyond the US Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Turkey for a two-day visit to forge a new partnership The Independent UK · Oct 22
Ireland votes to end UN approval requirement for overseas peacekeeping missions Irish lawmakers voted Wednesday to scrap a requirement for UN approval before deploying military peacekeepers overseas, approving the controversial legislation by 79 votes to 71. Opposition lawmakers warned the move threatened Ireland’s longstanding military neutrality. Ireland is not a NATO member but has traditionally participated in international peacekeeping missions. France 24 · Oct 22
Royal Navy lacks resources to counter Russian threat in high north, MPs warn Committee cites shortfalls of submarines and warships and says ‘dramatic progress’ needed by end of decade The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
How the Mecca defense agreement between Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia will work Turkey has submitted a mutual defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to its parliament for ratification The Independent UK · Oct 21
Putin Directly Ordered a Stepped-Up Sabotage Campaign Against NATO Countries This Year: Report The failed attack at Germany's Leipzig-Halle Airport earlier this year was the first of the campaign. International Business Times · Oct 21
European Donald on a mission to mould ties with India Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk is visiting India to enhance strategic partnerships in trade and technology. The visit includes talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding security and economic collaborations. Business programs in New Delhi and Bengaluru are planned to stimulate investment and innovation. Both countries aim to develop a… The Economic Times · Oct 20
EU pushes for stronger Arctic presence amid Russian pressure and US uncertainty The European Union has unveiled a new Arctic strategy, setting out plans to strengthen its presence in the far north as melting sea ice opens new shipping routes and competition intensifies over resources, infrastructure and security. Radio France Internationale · Oct 20
Nato increases Black Sea deployment amid escalating deadly Russian attacks Mounting anxiety as Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches Nato’s borders with targeting of vessels transporting agricultural cargo The Guardian - UK · Oct 20
EU reveals new Arctic strategy amid Russia threat and Trump's Greenland interest Melting ice is opening up new shipping routes The Independent UK · Oct 20
The backstory: When West 'tricked' Russia to overthrow Gaddafi's regime in Libya The beginning of the end of Gaddafi's regime began at the UN security council, where Russia, the United States, Britain, France and China can each block a decision with a veto. However, the regime's fate in Tripoli was sealed with a trick. On March 17, 2011, with Gaddafi’s forces turning… The Times of India · Oct 20
Badenoch takes aim at Healey over public finances ahead of Budget Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said Labour was seeking to kick tough decisions on spending into the long grass. Evening Standard · Oct 20
The ‘Finger cutter’ and the ‘Brazilian Escobar’: the men accused of bringing cocaine cartels to Europe A Belgian criminal organisation’s links with a Brazilian cocaine gang have been the focus of a major trial in Brussels, where smuggling links have been alleged between European players and the drug cartels of Latin America The Guardian - UK · Oct 20
The Economic Times · Oct 19 Why Pete Hegseth’s remarks on Nato’s Afghanistan role have drawn UK rebuke and raised fresh questions over US-Europe relations US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth questioned the combat contributions of NATO allies in Afghanistan during a recent speech. His comments prompted a response from the British government defending the sacrifices of its troops, which included over 450 deaths. The controversy comes amid broader tensions regarding US support for Ukraine against…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 19 The Guardian view on Trump and Putin: Ukraine’s future is not theirs to bargain away Editorial: Russia wants America and China to decide Ukraine’s future without Kyiv. Europe must challenge this dangerous return to diplomacy of the strong for the strong
The Guardian - UK · Oct 19 Hegseth wrong to say most non-US Nato forces in Afghanistan did not fight, says No 10 Downing Street emphasises sacrifices of UK troops and reasserts ‘unwavering’ support for Ukraine amid softening US policy towards Russia
International Business Times UK · Oct 19 Drones Turn the Black Sea Into Earth's Deadliest Waters as Suspected Russian Strikes Creep Toward NATO Shores At least six commercial vessels were targeted in the Black Sea within 10 days, leaving seafarers dead or missing and prompting NATO allies to strengthen regional defences.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18 Intensifying drone attacks on ships in Black Sea bring war ever closer to Nato shores Six attacks in 10 days by suspected Russian drones mark dramatic escalation in maritime conflict
Radio France Internationale · Oct 17 Shipping attacks threaten Turkey's resolve to keep warships out of Black Sea A wave of deadly attacks on cargo ships in the waters of NATO members Bulgaria and Romania has jolted the alliance into calling an emergency meeting on Black Sea security. Yet any move to send NATO ships hinges on Turkey reversing its steadfast refusal to allow warships into the Black…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 17 Britain’s biggest warship HMS Prince of Wales returns to North Atlantic BRITAIN'S biggest warship HMS Prince of Wales is set to return to the North Atlantic, the Royal Navy has said
Evening Standard · Oct 16 British troops to take part in major Ukraine-facing wargame next month Donald Trump has meanwhile placed himself at loggerheads with allies over the conflict by refusing to say President Putin sparked the Ukraine war.
Evening Standard · Oct 16 Trump declines to blame Putin for Ukraine war, amid transatlantic tensions Britain and most other Nato members have been clear in putting the fault on the Russian leader, who launched the 2022 invasion.
The Independent UK · Oct 16 Drone strikes in the Black Sea raise fears of Russian escalation to test NATO's response Drone attacks on cargo ships in the Black Sea this month have raised concerns among NATO members
France 24 · Oct 15 Zelensky rallies European allies as US support for Ukraine wanes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump’s demands to stop. Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated in recent days over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications.