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Trump to meet NATO secretary general as plan takes shape for Ukraine weapons sales
World | Jul 14, 2025, 06:48 AM ISTRutte will be in Washington on Monday and Tuesday and plans to hold talks with Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as well as members of Congress.
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Ukrainian pilot killed as F-16 crashes during Russia's largest aerial attack of the war
World | Jun 29, 2025, 05:25 PM ISTUkrainian authorities say the frequency and intensity of such attacks have grown in recent weeks. Despite efforts by the United States and European powers to broker dialogue, the war now in its third year continues to escalate, both in the air and on the ground.
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NATO chief calls Trump ‘daddy’ while appreciating his role in Israel-Iran ceasefire efforts | Watch
World | Jun 25, 2025, 08:32 PM ISTMark Rutte commended Donald Trump’s recent military action against Iran’s nuclear sites, calling the operation, which involved the deployment of 14 heavy bunker-busting bombs-'extremely impressive.'
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Trump meets Zelenskyy on sidelines of NATO Summit, both leaders discuss potential ceasefire
World | Jun 25, 2025, 11:56 PM ISTAfter meeting Trump, Zelenskyy said both leaders discussed achieving a ceasefire and a real peace. "We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer," he said.
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Why is NATO raising defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP? Explained
Explainers | Jun 25, 2025, 11:58 PM ISTAt a summit in The Hague, NATO members pledged to raise defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP by 2035, a major increase from the previous 2 per cent goal. The decision aims to counter growing threats from Russia, modernise military capabilities, and lessen reliance on the US.
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Trump administration presses NATO allies to boost defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP
World | May 13, 2025, 11:24 PM ISTThe Trump administration is pressuring NATO allies to boost defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP, ahead of a key summit in June.
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Senate confirms Matt Whitaker as Trump's ambassador to NATO: All you need to know about him
World | Apr 02, 2025, 11:26 AM ISTDuring Trump's first term, Whitaker, the newly appointed US ambassador to NATO, had been chief of staff to Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Later, he was appointed as acting attorney general after Sessions was fired.
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Donald Trump confident of annexing Greenland, says NATO chief Rutte could be ‘instrumental’
World | Mar 14, 2025, 06:57 AM ISTOn March 10, Trump threatened to take over Greenland. In a post shared on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that the US supported Greenland's right to determine their own future, but it could also join the US if they wanted.
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Zelenskyy Prepared to Sacrifice Presidency for Ukraine's NATO Future
News | Mar 04, 2025, 11:33 AM ISTUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that he is ready to resign immediately if it guarantees Ukraine's NATO membership. He highlighted that securing Ukraine’s safety and its integration into the alliance is his utmost priority, even if it means stepping down from office.
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Can Europe stand alone against Russia? A comparative analysis of economy, military and nuclear power
Explainers | Mar 03, 2025, 02:28 PM ISTEurope, despite its economic and military strength, cannot stand alone against Russia due to its reliance on NATO and the US. Strengthening defence spending and unity is crucial for future autonomy.
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'Restore relationship with Trump': NATO chief Mark Rutte to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
World | Mar 02, 2025, 09:23 AM ISTThe statement of NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte comes a day after an extraordinary diplomatic meltdown when US President Donald Trump and his Deputy JD Vance blasted Zelenskyy in the Oval Office on live television for not being grateful enough for US support.
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Zelenskyy 'ready' to quit as President if Ukraine gets Nato membership
World | Feb 23, 2025, 09:39 PM ISTPresident Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is willing to step down 'immediately from his post if it secures Nato membership for Ukraine
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Zelenskyy calls for creation of 'armed forces of Europe' to counter Russia, says 'the time has come'
World | Feb 15, 2025, 09:18 PM ISTAs the US increases pressure on Europe to increase its military expenditure, the future of NATO remains unclear. In the latest development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pitched the idea of the creation of the “armed forces of Europe”.
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Donald Trump urges NATO nations to increase defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP
World | Jan 24, 2025, 08:34 AM ISTDoanld Trump also highlighted the disparity in financial contributions, noting that the US has spent USD 200 billion more than NATO on the conflict.
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NATO chief warns of credibility loss as Trump seeks 'deal' to end Russia-Ukraine conflict
World | Jan 23, 2025, 03:27 PM ISTNATO Chief Mark Rutte has said that if a deal is reached between Russia and Ukraine that is aligned more towards Moscow, Putin and his allies, including China, North Korea, and Iran will have the last laugh, which NATO finds hard to accept.
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NATO chief announces launch of a new mission in Baltic Sea region to protect undersea cables
World | Jan 14, 2025, 04:55 PM ISTThe latest decision was taken by the US-led Western nations' military alliance after several incidents in the Baltic region heightened concerns about possible Russian activities.
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Trump appoints US envoys to Canada and NATO, adding loyalists lacking subject expertise | READ
World | Nov 21, 2024, 01:47 PM ISTWhitaker, who served as acting attorney general for three months during Trump's 2017-2021 term, has been actively involved with the America First Policy Institute, a right-leaning think tank that has been working to shape policy for Trump's second term.
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German chancellor fires finance minister resulting in govt collapse, what's next for Scholz? READ
World | Nov 08, 2024, 12:19 PM ISTThe situation came to a head on Wednesday night when Scholz announced he was firing Finance Minister Christian Lindner. The move effectively meant the collapse of the chancellor's coalition.
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US Election 2024: What Donald Trump victory would mean for America and rest of the world | ANALYSIS
World | Nov 01, 2024, 03:24 PM ISTThe US is deeply divided on many fundamental questions, from taxation, immigration, abortion, trade, energy and environmental policy, and its role in the world. Trump claimed he would fix these issues if he came to power. But, is it? READ HERE
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West's approval of use of long-range missiles by Ukraine will mean it is at war with Russia: Putin
World | Sep 13, 2024, 12:01 AM ISTRussia would be forced to take what Putin called "appropriate decisions" based on the new threats."If this decision is taken, it will mean nothing less than the direct involvement of NATO countries, the United States and European countries in the war in Ukraine," said Putin.