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Norway raises security concerns over Manhattan-sized Arctic land sale as tensions rise

Norway weighs blocking a €300M sale of 23 square miles of land over security concerns as international buyers seek foothold in strategic Svalbard territory.

Opinion April 10

Global system took advantage of America on trade and defense. That free ride is over

The global free ride has to end. After WWII, the US allowed nations like Germany, France and Japan to rebuild through special trade and defense deals. Now, they need to be fair to America.

Politics April 8

Trump admin fires Navy admiral at NATO targeted by conservative group

The Trump administration has sacked a senior NATO official who was recommended by a conservative research group to be fired as part of a broader effort to purge of wokeness from the Pentagon.

NATO April 3

Rubio demands NATO pony up, dismisses 'hysteria' over US role under Trump

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told NATO allies they must make hard choices and increase defense spending to 5% to bolster capabilities in face of emboldened adversaries.

NATO April 3

Rubio arrives in Brussels for NATO talks amid unease over Trump’s agenda

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived at in Brussels Thursday for talks that allies hope will shed light on the U.S.’ future plans in Europe.

Russia April 1

Putin conscripts 160K men as Russia eyes Ukraine offensive

Russia's largest military draft in 14 years sees 160,000 men called up as Putin plans a spring offensive on Ukraine. Despite stalled U.S. ceasefire talks, the Kremlin insists conscripts won't fight.

Germany March 29

Trump effect forces Germany to reprioritize defense as nation plays catch-up in military spending

In his second term as president, Donald Trump is pushing American allies, including Germany, to do more to fund their militaries and pay their fair share to fund defense.

Greenland March 28

Denmark in Trump's crosshairs as Vance makes ambitious appeal to Greenland

Vice President Vance looked to appeal to Greenland by urging it to side with the US, not Russia or China, after it seeks independence from Denmark.

NATO March 26

NATO leader warns Putin against attacking Poland, says retaliation would be 'devastating'

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization said the alliance will respond accordingly if ending the war in Ukraine leads to a settlement favorable to Moscow.

Ukraine March 17

Russia wants 'ironclad' guarantee that Ukraine will be barred from NATO: official

Russia is seeking an "ironclad" guarantee that Ukraine is barred from NATO and foreign troops stay out, a deputy foreign minister for the Kremlin said.

White House March 15

Here's what happened during President Donald Trump's eighth week in office

President Donald Trump blasted former President Joe Biden’s Department of Justice, accusing the agency of becoming the “department of injustice."

White House March 14

'We have never been this close to peace' since Russia invaded Ukraine, Leavitt tells reporters

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt discussed the administration's moves to end the Russia-Ukraine war, saying that "we have never been this close to peace."

White House March 13

Trump praised for getting NATO allies to bolster defense spending: 'really staggering'

President Donald Trump has long advocated for NATO allies to ramp up defense spending to between 2% to 5% gross domestic product.

White House March 13

Trump remains optimistic about odds of acquiring Greenland: 'I think it'll happen'

President Donald Trump’s remarks coincide with a visit from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, who said he didn’t want to “drag NATO" into the conversation.

Trump's First 100 Days March 13

Trump 'hopes' Putin agrees to ceasefire as Moscow signals no truce yet

President Donald Trump said he "hopes" Russia agrees to a ceasefire deal after Ukraine accepted the terms earlier this week and warned it would be a "very disappointing moment for the world" otherwise.

NATO March 13

Poland calls on US to place nukes within its borders amid Russia threat

Polish President Duda has once again called on the US to place its nuclear arms within its borders to better deter Russia, mirroring talks with France amid security concerns.

Europe March 11

Europe steps up to fund its own defense, provide security for Ukraine after Trump threats

French President Emmanuel Macron led a gathering of Europe's defense chiefs as the continent has moved to step up its own defense and meet NATO spending requirements.

Opinion March 11

4 signs that show Trump’s foreign policy remains staunchly anti-Russian

I served in Eastern Europe during the majority of Trump’s first term, and witnessed the unrelenting and effective anti-Russian and pro-NATO policies he had U.S. diplomats implement.

Opinion March 5

Trump’s 'China First' record: Selling the West’s economy and national security out to Beijing

Instead of putting America First, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are putting China First, gutting assets we need in order to stay ahead of them.

Senate March 3

'AmerExit'? Republicans push for US to leave NATO amid stalled Ukraine peace negotiations

Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, floated several names, including "AmerExit," as he launches a push to withdraw the U.S. from NATO.

Navy March 2

Norway to keep supplying US Navy with fuel despite company boycott call

Norway made clear on Sunday that it has no plans of cutting off the U.S. Navy from fuel supplies despite the threats of a boycott from one of the country's suppliers.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy March 1

Who could lead Ukraine if Zelenskyy resigns?

Uncertainty about whether President Zelenskyy may resign following heated discussion with President Trump or if Kyiv gets NATO membership have left questions on who could lead Ukraine next?

World February 28

Former leader of NATO nation slams President Trump in blunt interview: 'No longer an ally'

Former French President François Hollande asserts that President Donald Trump and his administration are "no longer" allies, saying a U.S.-Europe "divorce" could be on the horizon.

Ukraine February 27

Dan Crenshaw: Europeans can boost defense spending or 'shut up' on Ukraine negotiations

Crenshaw said Europeans haven’t “earned a seat" at the negotiating table and won’t – unless they step up and place 50,000 troops on the border of Poland.

Fox News Flash February 26

Rubio denies Trump is excluding Ukraine from Russia talks, pushes back on NATO criticism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio pushes back on allegations President Donald Trump is excluding Ukraine from peace talks with Russia, dismisses concerns about NATO alliance.

NATO February 25

NATO nation Poland scrambles air defenses as Russia strikes western Ukraine

Poland once again launched air defenses after Russia fired long-range strikes across Ukraine, hitting near the shared border with Poland just hours after leaders met in Kyiv to pledge more support.

Donald Trump February 25

'Trump effect' on display as UK's Starmer boosts defense spending on eve of US visit

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he will increase defense spending to nearly $17 billion annually by 2027, as Russian aggression in Europe remains a chief concern.

Donald Trump February 24

Germany’s new conservative leader looks to ‘achieve independence’ from US

Germany's incoming chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has said an "absolute priority" for him will be to distance Europe from the U.S. following comments by President Donald Trump.

Ukraine February 24

Ukraine enters fourth year of war with Russia: ‘Closer to the beginning than we are to the end’

Security experts are sounding the alarm that negotiations for a ceasefire in Ukraine are not only unlikely to happen in the near future, but there is a lack of clarity on what a deal may even entail.

Fox News Flash February 17

NATO secretary general says European countries have to do 'much, much more' to increase defense spending

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte weighs in on talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine and the future of the military alliance on 'The Story.'