Why energy security must be NATO's next priority

Energy security for every country is today a very important factor of national security - President Ilham Aliyev

Energy security for every country is today a very important factor of national security - President Ilham Aliyev

NATO, Nixon and Section 1250A

Europe’s current defense arrangements reflect the long‑standing principles of the Nixon Doctrine, which requires allies to handle their own conventional defense supported by the US nuclear umbrella. Times are changing. As Russia’s threats to European security loom large, NATO must prepare for reduced US involvement. While Section 1250A limits US withdrawal from NATO, it doesn’t fully guarantee US nuclear commitments. Europe must act quickly to reform NATO’s unanimity rule, integrate Ukraine’s military might, and secure protection against Russia’s nuclear advantage.

How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond

It is critical to ensure that US and European efforts to strengthen their respective defense industrial bases are reinforcing and mutually beneficial. The post How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Ankara summit should mark 'delivery and implementation' for NATO, says Mark Rutte

Europe's security should remain broad, transatlantic stretching 'from California up to and including Ankara': NATO chief Rutte

Updates: Zelensky arrives in Turkey for NATO summit, says he'll discuss Patriot missiles

We expect a strong and productive NATO Summit. Decisions are needed now that will provide greater protection for our people, more capabilities for our defense, and even stronger security cooperation between Ukraine, Europe, and the United States, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on X.

Can NATO Defend the Arctic as Russia Expands Military Power?

NATO is stepping up efforts to strengthen its Arctic defenses as Russia continues expanding its military presence across the High North. The alliance launched Arctic Sentry, a new initiative designed to reassure the United States that European allies and Canada can take greater responsibility for securing NATO’s northern flank amid growing geopolitical competition. The renewed [] The post Can NATO Defend the Arctic as Russia Expands Military Power? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Turkey Must be ‘Included’ in Europe Security Structures

Turkey must be included in all of Europe’s defense and security structures, says President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a week ahead of a key NATO summit in Ankara. #Turkey

Turkey must be 'included' in Europe security structures: Erdogan ahead of NATO summit

Turkey must be included in all of Europe’s defence and security structures, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Monday, a week ahead of a key NATO summit in Ankara. His remarks come as Europe seeks to revamp its defences in light of the threat from Russia and the risk of a US pullback from NATO, as [] The post Turkey must be 'included' in Europe security structures: Erdogan ahead of NATO summit appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Niksic and Ginkel: Regional Connection Crucial for Energy Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Energy security cannot be separated from economic or national security, as stated today in Tuzla at a conference “Regional Energy Security and Sustainable Investment Cycle,” – Energy transition. The first panel on energy connectivity of the Western Balkans, security of supply, and strategic partnerships was attended by the Prime Minister of the Federation of Bosnia [] The post Niksic and Ginkel: Regional Connection Crucial for Energy Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

Türkiye plays strong, distinctive role in regional energy security

As regional energy security gains significance, Türkiye's strategic location, developing energy infrastructure and experience in market reforms are reinforcing its critical po...

Most Trump supporters still back NATO despite years of Trump's criticism, new poll finds

A new Reagan Institute poll finds 73 of Americans, including 61 of MAGA Republicans, say keeping the U.S. in NATO is important to national security.

Indonesia eyes nuclear power to drive economic growth

The National Energy Council (DEN) is advocating for the strategic adoption of nuclear power, labeling it a necessity to ...

Five NATO nations plan a Patriot missile repair hub inside Europe

The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden signed a joint government-to-government agreement at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum in Ankara, Türkiye, on July 7 to explore building a dedicated PAC-3 missile maintenance facility somewhere in Europe, a move Lockheed Martin says would give NATO its first in-region repair and sustainment hub for []

Germany and US expand missile production in Europe

During the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany and the United States reached agreements to expand the production of AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles and explore opportunities for manufacturing them in Europe. The countries also agreed to establish a European maintenance and repair center for PAC-3 missiles used by the Patriot air defense system, AzerNEWS reports.

Erdogan calls for Aegean negotiations

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday that NATO allies should take into account the concerns of all member states, citing Turkey’s longstanding casus belli against Greece.

NATO needs to create its own defense market

Strengthening defense capabilities is not only about security policy. It is also industrial policy.

Sanctions on Russia are a 'priority' for Ireland's EU Presidency, McEntee says

McEntee is in Brussels to attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers.

The Europeanisation of Nato is ever more important

Transatlantic military alliance will be key to the continent’s future security

NATO reaffirms collective defense, pledges continued support for Ukraine

Ankara, July 8 (SANA) NATO leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the alliance’s principle of collective defense and pledged continued military support for Ukraine in the final declaration of the alliance’s summit, which concluded on Wednesday in Ankara. According to Agence France-Presse (AFP), the declaration stressed that an attack on one NATO member is considered an []

Ankara maintained regional dialogue while firmly anchored in Nato

A Nato ally with one of the alliance’s largest militaries. A rapidly expanding defence industry… and growing strategic ties with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. Those factors are increasingly positioning Turkiye as a key security partner in a region facing mounting geopolitical uncertainty. Nizar Sadawi reports.

Poland says US troop reductions in Europe are 'clearly coming'

Ahead of the NATO summit, Poland's foreign minister told CNN's Jim Sciutto that Europe must take on more conventional defense capabilities while the US continues providing strategic support such as intelligence, logistics and nuclear deterrence.

US expects report from NATO allies on increase in military spending on July 7-8

The NATO countries agreed last year with Washington’s suggestion to increase defense spending to 5 of GDP by 2035

NATO summit begins with focus on U.S. commitment, Ukraine defense

NATO summit begins with focus on U.S. commitment, Ukraine defense

Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit

ANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that NATO allies must lift defence-industry restrictions among them, pressing the case for Ankara to break into some Europe-only initiatives.Restrictions among allies on defence cooperation, especially in the defence industry, must be lifted, Erdogan told the opening of a summit of NATO leaders in Ankara.At a time when a model of cooperation based on common sense and reason is possible, excluding allies that are not members of the (European) Union would lead to artificial divisions in Europe.

NATO vows to crush aggression, approves $50 billion procurements

The Heads of State and Government of the North Atlantic Alliance, NATO, have reaffirmed “ironclad commitment” to their defence under Article 5 of the Washington Treaty and to the transatlantic bond. In the Ankara Summit Declaration issued on Wednesday after their meeting in Turkey, the leaders declared that “an attack on one is an attack [] NATO vows to crush aggression, approves 50 billion procurements

NATO Allies Reaffirm Collective Defense, Urge Freedom of Navigation in Hormuz

Ankara, July 08 (QNA) - The member states of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to the principle of collective defense, in accordance with Article Five of the Alliance's Treaty.

World : NATO Reaffirms Alliance Unity, Collective Defence In Ankara Declaration

GENEVA, July 8 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- NATO leaders on Wednesday reaffirmed their “ironclad commitment” to collective defence and alliance unity, declaring that “an attack on one is an attack on all” in a summit declaration adopted in the Turkish capital Ankara, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.

NATO Reaffirms Defense Commitment

NATO reaffirms unity and Ukraine support while shifting toward greater European responsibility for the alliance’s defense. The post NATO Reaffirms Defense Commitment appeared first on World Politics Review.

Strong Greek footprint in the EU’s new grids package – Interconnections and energy security at the forefront

The EU adopts a new strategy for energy grids, with Greece playing a key role in advancing the view that electricity networks should be treated as a European, rather than purely national, responsibility The post Strong Greek footprint in the EU’s new grids package – Interconnections and energy security at the forefront appeared first on ProtoThema English.

'Lift sanctions, we're ready to ... ': Iran's 'AC suggestion' to Europe amid heatwave

'Lift sanctions, we're ready to ... ': Iran's 'AC suggestion' to Europe amid heatwave