Nato target for defence spending should rise due to 'more dangerous world' , Grant Shapps says

Grant Shapps gives statement following MoD cyber-attack

Grant Shapps has said that “state involvement” in the large-scale cyber attack on the Ministry of Defence cannot be ruled out as speculation continues to grow that China carried out the hack. The defence secretary said there is evidence of “potential failings” of the contractor operating the payroll system that was hacked, “which may have made it easier for the malign actor” to gain access to bank details of veterans. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NATO member Lithuania Defies Russian Nuclear Threats, Commits Troops to Ukraine Training Mission

In defiance of Russia's nuclear threats, Lithuania remains steadfast in its commitment to dispatch soldiers for a training mission in Ukraine, as stated by Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte in an interview with the Financial Times published on Wednesday. Simonyte's remarks come in the wake of the Russian Defense Ministry's declaration of preparations for tactical nuclear weapons exercises, citing Western "threats and provocations." Addressing concerns over potential Russian reactions, Simonyte emphasised that succumbing to such fears would paralyse action, highlighting the recurring spectre of nuclear threats. She reiterated Lithuania's resolve to support Ukraine with troops despite the risks. #NATOMember #Lithuania #DefiesRussianThreats #TroopCommitment #UkraineMission #NATOvsRussia #NuclearTensions #SupportForUkraine #BalticSolidarity #GlobalSecurity #MilitaryAlliance #GeopoliticalConflict #EasternEurope #PeacekeepingEfforts #InternationalRelations ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~

Xi kicks off Serbia visit by slamming 1999 NATO Chinese Embassy bombing

The missile strike in Belgrade in 1999 — which Washington claimed was a mistake — took place during NATO's intervention over Kosovo.

Why is the Chinese president visiting Serbia and Hungary?

Xi Jinping's state visit to Serbia takes place on the 25th anniversary of the bombing of the Chinese embassy by NATO in 1999.

Putin's Fear Rattles NATO: Macron Says Won't Fight Russia After Russia Deploys Nukes Near Kyiv

French President Emmanuel Macron clarified on Monday that the US and its allies have no intentions of seeking regime change in Russia. However, Paris remains committed to supporting Kiev in its ongoing conflict with Moscow, pledging continued aid for as long as necessary. Macron's remarks came during a joint press conference with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Elysee Palace, where they engaged in discussions alongside the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. Among the topics addressed were the Ukraine conflict, bilateral trade, and economic relations between France and China. In his statements, Macron emphasised the importance of dialogue and cooperation in addressing global challenges, underscoring the need for diplomatic solutions to complex geopolitical issues. #Macron #France #Russia #UkraineWar #NuclearDeployment #TacticalWeapons #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #XiJinping #Meeting #PeaceEfforts #ConflictResolution #GlobalSecurity #News ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.124~

243 NATO Jets In Middle East: Iran Fumes After Shocking Details of Involvement In Apr 13 Attack

Discover the intense clash between Iran's Operation True Promise and NATO's defense as 240 fighter jets scramble to protect Israel. Get exclusive insights into the high-stakes confrontation between military powers. #NATO #Israel #IsraelHamasWar #IranianStrikes #OperationTruePromise #IsraelPalestineWar #IsraelIranTensions #Oneindia ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.101~GR.121~