DARK SECRETS: 36 | Vintage Vibes

EU leaders look to little-known mutual assistance pact amid Trump Nato jibes

Members to plan how to assist each other in event of attack as transatlantic alliance faces worst crisis in its history

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24

UK position on Falklands will not change, No 10 says after leaked Pentagon memo

Internal email proposes US should reassess support for UK claim to islands because of lack of support for Iran war

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24

Pentagon Reportedly Considering Suspending Spain From NATO Due To Frustration Over Iran War

The Pentagon is considering a range of options to show its discontent to NATO over what it claims is its lack of aid during the Iran war, according to a new report.

International Business Times · Apr 24

Pentagon floats suspending Spain from Nato and punishing other allies over perceived lack of support in Iran war

The Trump administration renewed its verbal attacks on Nato and ‘free riding’ countries Friday

The Independent UK · Apr 24

In Baltic skies, NATO and Russian pilots size each other up warily but without a tilt into war

In Baltic skies, there's a regular ballet of posturing between pilots from NATO nations and Russia

The Independent UK · Apr 24

France and Germany will continue fighter jet project, following timeline dispute

France and Germany will continue to work on the contentious ​joint Franco-German FCAS fighter jet project, officials confirmed on Friday, after doubt was cast over the future of Europe's largest defence initiative.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 24

‘Naughty or nice?’: Trump ranks Nato allies in tiers based on defence spending and support in Iran war

The White House has reportedly created a 'naughty and nice' list for Nato allies, ranking them on contributions and support during the Iran war. This initiative aims to pressure nations that did not align with US positions, potentially impacting future military cooperation and strategic support.

The Times of India · Apr 23

UK Allies Trigger 'Crisis Testing' Over Concerns US Commitment to NATO is Diminishing Under Donald Trump

EU leaders meeting in Cyprus are quietly stress‑testing their mutual‑defence clause as doubts grow over how far the United States, under Donald Trump, can be relied on to uphold NATO commitments.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Russia vs NATO: New Spy Report Flags 12-Month Threat Timeline, Warns of Cyberattacks and Nuclear Pressure Risks

The Netherlands' MIVD warns of potential Russian hybrid warfare and nuclear threats against NATO post-Ukraine war, highlighting risks to European security and cyberattacks.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Britain’s military dependence on US ‘no longer tenable’, says former Nato chief

George Robertson says diplomatic tone from White House is at ‘historic low’ and two allies are likely to keep diverging

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22