NATO picks Dutch PM and vocal Putin critic Mark Rutte as next chief

Outgoing Dutch PM Mark Rutte urges support for Ukraine, EU and NATO

Rutte urged the Dutch to support Ukraine in his final speech on Sunday, before an inward-looking new government takes over the Netherlands on Tuesday.

State of the Union: Rutte new NATO chief, EU accession talks with Ukraine

This edition of State of the Union focuses on Mark Rutte's appointment as the next NATO secretary general and the opening of EU accession talks with Ukraine

Putin’s Nuke Threat: Putin Vows To Make New Nuclear Missiles And Place Them Near NATO Nations

Earlier this month, Putin warned the West that Moscow might supply arms to other countries capable of striking Western targets. This was a response to NATO countries providing Ukraine with long-range missiles used against Russian targets. #Putin #NuclearThreat #PutinNukeThreat #NATONuclearThreat #NuclearWar #Russia #NATO #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #Security #Military #NuclearWeapons #Defense #GlobalPolitics #Diplomacy #PutinSpeech #MissileDeployment #WorldNews ~HT.178~GR.125~PR.152~ED.194~

Russian Forces Bombard Ukrainian Airbases Set to House Western Fighter Jets With Missiles, UAVs

Russian forces have targeted Ukrainian airbases slated to accommodate Western-supplied fighter jets, including US-designed F-16s, according to a statement from Moscow's Defense Ministry. On Thursday morning, the Russian military launched a coordinated strike using long-range sea-based weapons, Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles. The ministry claimed the attack successfully hit the "airfield infrastructure of Ukraine, planned to accommodate aircraft from Western countries." #UkraineConflict #RussianStrike #WesternJets #F16s #MissileAttack #UAVStrike #DefenseMinistry #AirbaseBombardment #MilitaryTensions #HypersonicMissiles #KinzhalMissiles #AerialWarfare #NATO #SecurityAgreement #MilitaryConflict ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.102~GR.124~

Ukraine's NATO membership is 'our duty', Estonian PM Kallas says

The Estonian leader is one of Europe's most outspoken critics of Moscow and is tipped to become the new EU’s foreign policy chief, taking over from Spain's Josep Borrell.

Iran Issues Dire Warning: 'Obliterating War' Threat to Israel Over Lebanon Attack; Tensions Soar

Iran has issued a stern warning to Israel against initiating full-scale military aggression in Lebanon, threatening an "obliterating war" and emphasizing that all options, including involving all resistance fronts, are on the table. The situation has escalated following Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's indications of preparations for operations on the Lebanese border, leading to daily exchanges of fire. Israeli forces have targeted several Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, intensifying fears of a broader conflict. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that while Israel prefers a political solution, it is prepared for war with Hezbollah. Hezbollah’s leader, Nasrallah, warned that any Israeli offensive would result in a war without restraint. The volatile situation has prompted countries like Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, and the US to advise their citizens to avoid traveling to Lebanon. The international community is closely monitoring the escalating tensions, with concerns about Iran's alignment with armed groups across the region and Israel's military readiness to inflict significant damage on Lebanon. #IranWarning #ObliteratingWar #IsraelLebanonConflict #MiddleEastTensions #Hezbollah #Netanyahu #YoavGallant #Nasrallah #LebanonCrisis #MilitaryAggression #BorderConflict #InternationalConcern #Geopolitics #WarPreparedness #PeaceAndStability ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~

Tugendhat defends defence policies amid recruitment woes

Conservative Security Minister Tom Tugendhat defends the government's defence policies amid record-low armed services recruitment. He highlights substantial investments in nuclear technology and advanced equipment like the DragonFire laser system. Tugendhat also expresses the commitment to veterans and criticises Labour for lacking similar support. He underscores the need to enhance recruitment, particularly for the Army, Air Force, and Navy, to ensure national security against threats like those from Vladimir Putin. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

"Russian President has more important works to do": Kremlin's Stance on Biden-Trump Debate

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismisses interest in U.S. presidential debate, emphasizing Russian priorities amid global affairs. Get insights into Putin's stance on Biden vs. Trump clash. #Kremlin #Putin #BidenTrumpDebate #RussianPolitics #InternationalNews #VladimirPutin #VolodymyrZelensky #BidenTrumpDebate #RussiaUkraineWar ~PR.274~ED.103~

Putin calls for production of missiles previously banned under 1988 treaty

At the UN Security Council on Friday, a representative from Conflict Armament Research said his organisation had detailed the components of missiles used against Ukraine and says the evidence shows they originated in North Korea.