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Europe readies itself for greater defence spending
US policy towards Ukraine may require Europe to assume the full burden of its defence, and intelligence suggests it needs to prepare to face Russia
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US switches stance in Ukraine war, seeking $500bn in payback
A war of words has broken out between Trump and Zelenskyy, while Europe feels the US is no longer a dependable ally
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Can Greece thrive with a shrinking population?
Greece’s population decline, its need for growth and the imperative of a balanced budget are taxing government ingenuity
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North Koreans ‘disappear’ amid heavy Russian casualties in Ukraine war
Ukraine’s stout defence is taking a growing toll for every square kilometre Russia seizes
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As the US spirals, Europe’s moment beckons. Will it stand up?
Many of the continent’s leaders are discussing higher defence spending, deeper capital markets and looser internal competition rules as necessary to…
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Russia has launched a frenetic battle for Ukraine’s Pokrovsk
Russia has concentrated troops in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, hoping for a decisive breakthrough before possible talks begin
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Greece aligns with Trump on gas exploration
The government is trying to humour the new president on energy, reminding him that Greece has an important role to play in SEE
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