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Rutte to Trump: North Korean troops in Ukraine war threaten US too

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said the latest developments in the war on Ukraine should convince Donald Trump to engage with the alliance.

Belgium

What will Trump's return to the White House mean for NATO?

Donald Trump's US election victory will cause alarm among the alliance's European members on issues from defence spending to support for Ukraine.

Russia

North Korean official goes to Moscow as Pyongyang deploys its troops

The visit of North Korea’s Foreign Minister to Russia coincides with reports of North Korean troops in Ukraine, sparking fears over increased military collaboration.

Europe News

North Korean troops in Kursk a ‘significant escalation’: NATO chief

The new NATO chief confirmed Pyongyang has deployed troops to the Russian border region, branding it a sign of Putin’s "growing desperation".

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Europe News

At least two killed in latest round of Russian strikes on Ukraine

At least six people were injured in a Russian strike on a Kharkiv apartment building, while two men were killed in Kherson.

Lithuania

Lithuanians take to polls in 2nd round of parliamentary elections

This year, for the first time, people aged 21 can also run for a spot in the parliament.

The Europe Conversation

Ukraine must be allowed into NATO, Lithuanian defence minister says

Lithuanian Defence Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas told Euronews' The Europe Conversation that Ukraine's path to NATO membership should not be in doubt.

Business

Germany and UK take aim with 'landmark' deal to make artillery guns

The new defence agreement will bring jobs to the UK as the Labour government seeks to build closer ties with European allies.

Europe News

Lithuanian Defence Minister says Ukraine should be in NATO

Lithuania's Defence Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas told Euronews that letting Ukraine into NATO is the only way to prevent Russian aggression, as Ukraine's Western allies are hesitant about allowing the war-torn country in the alliance.

Europe News

Ukraine's struggle with weapon supply hampers battlefield efforts

Ukraine is actively recruiting more men and women but needs more weapons, Oleksandr Korniyenko, the first deputy chairperson of the parliament in Kyiv, told Euronews.

Ukraine

France pledges support for Ukraine's proposal to end war with Russia

A key element of Ukraine's 'victory plan' would be a formal invitation into NATO, which the West has been reluctant to consider until after the war ends.

World News

Zelenskyy stresses NATO unity for Ukrainian cause

After meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that unity within NATO is crucial for bolstering Ukraine’s strength, with Rutte reassuring that the alliance would remain united.

Europe News

North Korean support to Russia is 'first step to world war': Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy was in Brussels on Thursday to present his Victory Plan to European Union leaders and reiterate calls for additional support.

Europe News

Zelenskyy's 'victory plan': What’s the deal with Ukraine and NATO?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented Ukraine's much-anticipated 'victory plan' at the parliament in Kyiv on Thursday. What is in there, what isn’t, and what does NATO have to do with all this?

Europe News

NATO chief affirms alliance's readiness against any enemy

Mark Rutte, who took over the helm of NATO earlier this month, said that the alliance will 'do whatever is necessary' to address any threats and also pledged continued support for Ukraine.

Ukraine

NATO vague on Ukraine's membership as Zelenskyy reveals plan

Though Russia’s gains have been incremental, its steady forward movement is slowly progressing — and Ukraine is pleading for Western help on a larger scale.

Europe News

Russia could attack NATO by 2030, German intelligence chief warns

A group of German intelligence officials warned the Bundestag against Russia's "aggressive actions," with the conflict having the potential to spill out into NATO countries.

Europe News

Poland accelerates efforts to defend borders with Russia and Belarus

Poland's Prime Minister announced on Monday that the so-called "East Shield" project will begin construction by the end of this year.

Europe News

Social Democrats seek out coalition after winning Lithuania's election

On the campaign trail, the Social Democrats pledged to tackle rising inequality by hiking taxes on wealthier Lithuanians to pump more money into sectors like healthcare.

Europe News

Zelenskyy meets UK and NATO leaders to discuss 'victory plan'

The Ukrainian president is working hard to shore up European backing for his country's war effort.