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Opinion| Bidenâs internal failures dominate NATO summit
The US president added that NATOâs strategy responded to global changes and threats from Russia and China, adding: âI told Russian President Vladimir Putin that his invasion of Ukraine would make NATO more united, and this is what happened.â Â
Opinion| NATO and the American desire to confront Chinese influence
This is the first time that this number of countries in the Asia-Pacific region have been invited to a summit for NATO, which was established in 1949 in order to confront the former Soviet Union in Europe.
NATO says “working hard” on issues concerning Finland, Sweden’s bids
While the parliaments of several NATO member states have already approved the two Nordic countries’ bid to join the alliance, Turkey has so far not given its green light, citing as concerns the two countries’ ties with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) and other groups Turkey labels as terrorists.
Moscow threatens âprecautionary measuresâ if NATO deploys nuclear weapons near Russian borders
Sweden, Finland joining NATO will lead to militarization of northern Europe, says Russian official
US, NATO should hold dialogue with Russia to address Ukrainian crisis: Chinese President
According to the agency, the Chinese president called on his US counterpart to âtake into consideration the global stability, work, and lives of billions of people and think about how to properly address global hot issues.â
Ukraine operation should make Western policies change, otherwise US and NATO will be under threat too: Russian ambassador in Egypt
âWe can speak about operationâs success when we achieve its main goals â complete demilitarisation and denazification of Ukraineâ
Kremlin says it was right to sever ties with NATO
“The aggressive position of NATO has never been a secret. This is a bloc that was created against our country. No peace-loving statements, no camouflage of this aggressive orientation can hide its true purpose,” Peskov told a Russian TV program.
Irresponsible withdrawal of US, NATO forces from Afghanistan to lead unrest: Pakistani FM
Addressing a press conference here, the official called for a responsible and orderly withdrawal of the troops without leaving a vacuum for the militant element to play havoc and create a chaotic situation for the region.
The Afghan Quagmire
 New York –It is impossible to win a war that you cannot define. That seems to be the main lesson to be drawn from Afghanistan, where a so-called victory seems ever more unreachable. It is also the conclusion of several experts on the region, who fear US forces would be mired forever in that unjustly …
Egypt is most important country for US outside of NATO members: US official
Egypt and America will work together to find a solution for the Libyan crisis, says state department source
Whither the Muslim Worldâs NATO?
Controversy and uncertainty over the possible appointment of a Pakistani general as commander of a 40-nation, Saudi-led, anti-Iranian military alliance dubbed the Muslim worldâs NATO goes to the core of a struggle for Pakistanâs soul as the country reels from a week of stepped up political violence. It also constitutes a defining moment in Saudi …
Turkey’s NATO officials seek asylum in Germany amid Erdogan crackdown
The majority of Turkish officials, reported to be military employees at NATO bases in Germany, have refused to return to Ankara despite orders.
Opinion: Black Sea – no place for provocations
Following Russia’s annexation of Crimea, the Black Sea has become a strategic priority for NATO. Now troops will be stationed there.
NATO secretary general: ‘We are not in a Cold War’
As tensions rise between Russia and the West, NATO’s Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg told “Conflict Zone” why he believes there is no new Cold War.
NATO appoints Arndt Freytag von Loringhoven as first intelligence chief
NATO has appointed former BND deputy Arndt Freytag von Loringhoven to be the alliance’s first intelligence chief.
World powers back Erdogan over coup attempt
The Turkish government has faced a deadly coup attempt from elements in the nation’s military. Responding to the unrest, foreign leaders slammed the violence and publicly supported Erdogan’s administration
NATO and Russia want dialogue, not a new Cold War
The NATO summit in Warsaw is deciding on new troops for Eastern Europe. Russia is to be both deterred and invited to dialogue. Putin says he’s ready to talk and picks up the phone. Bernd Riegert reports from Warsaw.
NATO giant ‘taking time to emerge from its slumber,’ says retired General Shirreff
Retired British and NATO General Richard Shirreff briefs DW on the NATO summit, and his cautionary work of fiction that envisages a full-scale war with Russia. His verdict: the alliance isn’t yet doing enough.
Estonian PM: ‘Putin’s aggressive behavior made Russia a threat’
On the eve of the bi-annual NATO Summit, Estonia’s Prime Minister Taavi Roivas talks Brexit, European unity and security. Can NATO’s eastern states defend themselves against Russia?
Russia must be ready to face ‘aggressive actions’ from NATO, says Putin
In a speech to parliament, President Vladimir Putin said combat readiness must be boosted in response to NATO’s “aggressive actions” near Russia’s borders. He has called for unity in the fight against terrorism.
Israel opens NATO mission as relations with Turkey thaw
Israel will open a NATO mission at alliance headquarters. Closer cooperation between the Jewish state and NATO had been blocked by a feud between Turkey and Israel, which are now on the cusp of normalizing relations.
Brexit is not Brexit when it comes to security
We are unlikely to see a fundamental weakening of European security should UK voters choose to leave the European Union, argues Thorsten Benner, director of the Global Public Policy Institute in Berlin.
NATO’s Stoltenberg warns of Russian expansionism outside its borders
NATO General Secretary Jens Stoltenberg has warned that Russia is trying to “build a sphere of influence through military means.” His comments come a day after the alliance deployed four battalions in eastern Europe.
NATO beefs up presence in Eastern Europe
NATO has started a military build-up in Eastern Europe aimed at deterring Russia. The troops pose no threat to Moscow, but they are a reassurance for the Baltic region. DW’s Bernd Riegert reports from Brussels.
NATO wishes no conflict with Russia, but will protect members
Ready for dialogue, but showing strength: Thatâs the strategy for Russia that NATO is expected to confirm at a summit in July. Germany and NATO also want to increase cooperation in fighting human traffickers. Alea iacta est. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has left no doubt about the organization’s plans to boost its presence in …
New NATO military chief: Thoughtful, but no pushover
Having served in Korea and Afghanistan, NATOâs new military chief Curtis Scaparrotti is well prepared for the role. He is a thoughtful person, said a former comrade, but that shouldnât lead Russia to underestimate him.
We warned NATO against intervention in Libya and Iraq: Putin
Putin speaks on Western involvement in Libya and Iraq as conflict in regions continues
NATO invitation to Montenegro provokes Russia
It is an attempt to control last unoccupied spot on Ionian-Adriatic Pipeline, says analyst
US foreign minister urge NATO to step up fight against IS
British Parliament will vote Wednesday on whether or not UK will carry out air strikes against IS in Syria
The Turkish bluff in the new Great Game
By Omar Ghannam
