The Financial Times reports that major European military powers are in talks to revamp the security framework on the continent, as they are ready to undertake more responsibilities in NATO as the U.S. appears to be disengaging from the military alliance, citing four European officials. Citing a new report, the FT says the UK, Germany, […]

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan urged NATO member states to “unite and create their own center of gravity,” describing Donald Trump’s policies as a “wake-up call” for European security. “The actions of the American president are a wake-up call for us, the NATO member states. We must unite and establish our own center of gravity,” […]

NATO Exercise LIVEX “STEADFAST DART 25 marks a significant shift in European defense strategy, potentially ushering in a new era of increased military self-sufficiency and reduced dependence on the United States

The Minister of National Defense of Greece, Nikos Dendias, contacted NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte over the phone today, (January 29). During their talk, the two officials broached matters expected to be included on the agenda at the upcoming NATO Defense Ministers’ meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, in Brussels. “We discussed issues that will […]

“We are not ready for what is coming our way in four to five years. It is time to shift to a wartime mindset, and turbocharge our defence production and defence spending," Rutte said

The 40-minute working meeting focused on bilateral relations and the good results of recent Positive Agenda and Political Dialogue meetings held in Athens

According to Reuters, during a press conference in Kyiv alongside Antonio Costa, the new President of the European Council, Zelenskyy acknowledged the hesitancy of some NATO members but stressed the critical role of U.S. influence in overcoming this resistance

Mitsotakis highlighted Greece’s role in EU-NATO defense cooperation, and called for increased investment and anti-missile protection.

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) called for a comprehensive approach, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement, respect for international law, and support for Cypriot rights in the pursuit of reunification.

This will be Secretary General Mark Rutte's first trip official visit to Athens in his current role at NATO, and he is scheduled to meet with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Donald Tusk, Poland’s Prime Minister, warned on Friday the conflict was entering a decisive phase, taking on very dramatic dimensions.

Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte, the Alliance's new chief will first visit Ankara a day earlier to meet with Turkish leadership

Impressive Ramstein Flag videos show Alliance warplanes practicing for combat situations over Greek skies; Turkish air force absent after snubbing Athens FIR regulations

The Greek PM was accompanied by Defense Minister, Nikos Dendias, while the US Ambassador to Athens, George Tsunis was also present

Thirteen NATO allies are taking part in them air force training exercise hosted in Greece

The veteran Norwegian politician emphasized that 'allies must be friends' in answering press questions after a farewell address