Zapad-2025: Russia and Belarus Kick Off NATO-Border Drills After Drone Incident
Russia and Belarus kick off Zapad-2025 drills near the NATO border after a drone incursion over Poland, fueling regional tensions and strategic simulations.
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UN Security Council to Meet Over Poland Drone Raid Blamed on Russia
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting after Poland accused Russia of a drone raid, as NATO allies rally to strengthen Warsawâs air defenses.
Poland Shoots Down Massive Swarm of Russian Drones
Poland shot down a swarm of Russian drones after repeated airspace incursions, triggering NATO’s first engagement in allied skies and swift global reactions.
Putin Warns Western Troops in Ukraine Would Be ‘Legitimate Targets’
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Whatâs on the Table in Trump-Zelenskyy White House Summit
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Trump Signals US Arms Aid to Ukraine, Warns Russia of Sanctions
President Trump vows to send billions in US weapons to Ukraine via NATO, threatening severe tariffs on Russia if no ceasefire in 50 days.
Chinese Mainland Accuses NATO of Defamation Over Asia-Pacific Expansion
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun accuses NATO of âdefamingâ the Chinese mainlandâs military development to justify Asia-Pacific expansion and calls for peace talks.
NATO Eyes 5% GDP Defense Goal by 2035, Ramps Up Ukraine Support
NATO agrees to ramp up defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, split between core defense (3.5%) and infrastructure (1.5%), while reaffirming ironclad support for Ukraine.
Global Poll Exposes NATO’s 5% Defense Spending Rift
CGTN poll reveals deep divisions over NATO’s 5% GDP defense spending target, with most respondents warning it may spark an arms race and strain US-EU ties.
NATO Summit Eyes 5% GDP Defense Spending: Global Youth Weigh In
NATO summit plans to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP over the next decade, sparking an opinion poll among young global citizens.