Nato target for defence spending should rise due to 'more dangerous world' , Grant Shapps says
Wednesday, 24 April 2024 Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has said he wants the new Nato target for defence spending to be 2.5% of gross domestic product rather than the current 2%.
Rishi Sunak, Jeremy Hunt and Grant Shapps have been greeted by the British ambassador to Poland, Anna Clunes, at Warsaw Airport.
The prime minister is in Poland to discuss security with his counterpart Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook...
Russian state TV pundit Andrey Sidorov warned that Poland "may cease to exist" if it interferes with Belarus amid the Russia-Ukraine war. This threat follows a pattern of Russian officials suggesting strikes on NATO members supporting Ukraine. Belarusian President Lukashenko also warned of nuclear retaliation if NATO attacks Belarus or Russia. Poland, a NATO member and Ukraine ally, has deployed aircraft to protect its airspace.
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In a dramatic escalation of the conflict, new footage has surfaced showing the destruction of Ukrainian armored vehicles in Russia's Kursk region. The Russian military claims responsibility, stating that drones targeted and eliminated two infantry fighting vehicles and a NATO-supplied armored personnel carrier, along with their crews. This relentless offensive highlights the intensity of the ongoing battle and raises questions about the capabilities of Ukrainian forces amidst significant losses. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the latest developments from the front lines.
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In a chilling announcement, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has threatened a nuclear response if NATO were to attack Belarus, emphasizing that such actions could trigger World War III. As tensions escalate amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis, Lukashenko's warnings highlight the precarious state of international relations. In this video, we delve into the implications of his statements, the role of NATO, and what this means for global security. Join us for a deep analysis of this developing situation!
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The conflict in Ukraine has reached a critical juncture, with US intelligence warning of potential Russian retaliation if Ukraine uses Western-supplied long-range missiles for deep strikes inside Russia. While Ukraine pushes for unrestricted use of ATACMS, Storm Shadows, and SCALP missiles, Western allies hesitate, weighing limited military benefits against severe escalation risks. Putin has cautioned that lifting restrictions would directly involve NATO, prompting Russia to update its nuclear doctrine.
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Defence secretary Grant Shapps says that Jens Stoltenberg, the secretary general of NATO, is delighted with the UK's commitment to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030.
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Grant Shapps comments on Tory MP Mark Menzies losing his whip over allegations he misused campaign funds. The defence secretary defends the Conservatives arguing it is not a ''party issue''. Mark..
Liberal Government pledges billions in new defence spending, that doesn't reach NATO's 2% commitment and also pushes it well past the next election cycle.