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Iranpress: NATO Showcases Nuclear Drill to Media Amid Rising Russia Tensions

NATO Showcases Nuclear Drill to Media Amid Rising Russia Tensions

Wednesday, 22 October 2025 08:41

NATO launched its annual nuclear exercise, Steadfast Noon, this week with a rare display of transparency, inviting journalists to observe parts of the tightly controlled operation as tensions with Russia continue to escalate.

Iranpress: Russian Drones Breach Polish Airspace, NATO Jets Scrambled

Russian Drones Breach Polish Airspace, NATO Jets Scrambled

Wednesday, 10 September 2025 09:50

Multiple Russian drones breached Polish airspace early Wednesday, prompting the Polish Air Force and NATO allies to scramble F-16 and F-35 fighter jets in response.

Iranpress: Russia Downs Ukrainian F-16, Over 200 Drones in Retaliatory Defense Operation

Russia Downs Ukrainian F-16, Over 200 Drones in Retaliatory Defense Operation

Sunday, 13 April 2025 21:10

Russia says it has shot down a Ukrainian F-16 fighter jet and over 200 drones in a single day, amid ongoing Western support for Kyiv’s war efforts.

Iranpress: Baltic States Militarize Eastern Borders Amid Rising NATO Tensions

Baltic States Militarize Eastern Borders Amid Rising NATO Tensions

Monday, 07 April 2025 21:51

Baltic nations have announced a decade-long military fortification plan along their eastern borders, citing fears of a potential Russian offensive—but critics argue such moves may only escalate tensions in the region.

Iranpress: U.S. Could Withdraw Troops From Central, Eastern Europe: Bild Reports

U.S. Could Withdraw Troops From Central, Eastern Europe: Bild Reports

Saturday, 22 February 2025 18:37

Western security services and politicians are worried about a potential exit of U.S., troops from NATO member states in Central and Eastern Europe, Bild reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed sources.

Iranpress: World newspapers: Western Allies Seem on Brink of Fatal Rift

World newspapers: Western Allies Seem on Brink of Fatal Rift

Monday, 17 February 2025 21:28

Europeans fear Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to split NATO.

Iranpress: U.K. Government Confused Over U.S. Stance on Ukraine’s NATO Membership

U.K. Government Confused Over U.S. Stance on Ukraine’s NATO Membership

Friday, 14 February 2025 17:16

While the U.S. declares Ukraine’s NATO membership impossible, the U.K. insists that Kyiv’s accession is "irreversible," highlighting divisions within Western allies over the future of Ukraine’s geopolitical alignment.

Iranpress: Europe Urges Trump: We Must Be Part of Ukraine Negotiations

Europe Urges Trump: We Must Be Part of Ukraine Negotiations

Thursday, 13 February 2025 14:01

Following a surprise phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, European countries issued a statement to the White House asserting that they must be part of the negotiations regarding Ukraine.

Iranpress: EU Security Is No Longer Our Priority: U.S. Defense Secretary

EU Security Is No Longer Our Priority: U.S. Defense Secretary

Wednesday, 12 February 2025 21:00

In a controversial statement, U.S. Defense Secretary Peter Hegset declared that the security of Europe is no longer a priority for the United States, shifting focus to threats against America, particularly from China.

Iranpress: U.K. to Increase Military Budget Amid NATO Pressures

U.K. to Increase Military Budget Amid NATO Pressures

Wednesday, 05 February 2025 07:20

London (IP) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to raise the U.K.'s military budget from 2.3% of GDP to 2.5%, emphasizing the need to strengthen the country's defense capabilities and NATO in the face of emerging threats.

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