Tag: Europe
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is “going to have to re-examine” its relationship with NATO following the Iran conflict, citing concerns over access to allied bases and airspace. Speaking to Sean Hannity on Fox News, Rubio said the alliance had historically enabled the US to project military power globally through European bases.…
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer addressed the nation on the ongoing Middle East conflict, emphasising that Britain will not become directly involved. He highlighted the importance of de-escalation and ensuring the safe passage of energy through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it “such a vital route for energy.” Speaking at a press conference on 1…
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The UK government has agreed to pay France £16.2m to extend beach patrols for two months, as negotiations continue over a renewed deal to curb small boat crossings in the English Channel. The extension follows a £476m UK-France agreement signed in 2023, which funded increased French enforcement against migrant smuggling networks. Talks are ongoing, with…
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Zambia and Sweden have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing structured, high-level political consultations to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreement was signed in Stockholm on 30 March 2026 by Mulambo Haimbe, Zambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Maria Malmer Stenergard, Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs. It formalises regular dialogue on trade,…
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at Downing Street on Tuesday (31 March), signalling a potential shift in UK–Syria diplomatic engagement. Both leaders described the meeting as a significant moment for bilateral relations. Discussions focused on regional stability amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, with emphasis on avoiding escalation and restoring…
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has outlined a joint initiative with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to support the voluntary return of Syrian refugees from Germany to Syria, alongside reconstruction efforts. Speaking in Berlin, Merz said many Syrians had contributed to German society but indicated most wished to return and assist in rebuilding infrastructure, including schools and…
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reiterated that the UK will not enter the Iran conflict, stating it is “not our war and we are not going to be dragged into it.” Speaking at the launch of Labour’s local election campaign in Wolverhampton, Starmer positioned the government’s stance against that of political opponents, stating that…
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European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has said criticism of Europe is “vastly excessive”, defending the region’s economic and social model in a recent interview with The Economist. Lagarde argued that expectations of Europe are often unrealistic, even as she acknowledged the region lags behind the United States in GDP and productivity. She highlighted Europe’s…
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Ukraine–Qatar defence cooperation has been formalised following a visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Doha, as Kyiv expands security partnerships across the Gulf. The agreement, confirmed by the Qatari defence ministry, focuses on military technology collaboration, joint investment, and expertise-sharing in counter-drone and missile defence systems. It follows similar arrangements with Saudi Arabia and the…
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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a defence cooperation agreement, establishing a framework for future contracts, joint technology development, and investment, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy said the framework agreement was signed ahead of a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. “We are ready to share our expertise and systems with Saudi…
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