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US intelligence warns of Russian drone operations in Mediterranean

US intelligence has warned European governments of a possible Russian drone operation targeting Spain, France or Italy, raising concerns about a potential new security threat in the Mediterranean. According to…

NATO · 14 Apr 2026 NATO Allies Refuse To Join Trump’s Strait of Hormuz Plan The United States’ NATO allies signalled they will not take part in President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a blockade on the… Diplomacy · 10 Apr 2026 What to Know About the Strait of Hormuz Under the Cease-Fire The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most sensitive maritime corridors in the world, and recent developments following a fragile cease… WHO · 3 Sep 2025 WHO calls for urgent action on mental health The World Health Organization reports that over 1 billion people worldwide are living with mental health disorders, with anxiety and depression creating… International Criminal Court (ICC) · 1 Jul 2025 ICC hit by cyberattack around NATO summit The International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed it was targeted by a “sophisticated and targeted” cyberattack, coinciding with last week’s NATO summit… Belgium · 23 Jun 2025 NATO allies agree to 5 percent defense spending goal NATO raises defense spending target to 5%; Spain declines compliance commitment. Russia · 10 Jun 2025 Russia could be ready to attack Nato within five years, says secretary general Nato plans to increase military spending to 5% to address potential Russian threats. USA · 5 Jun 2025 NATO allies cannot rely on America for their defense, warns US defense chief NATO allies must increase their defense contributions, as reliance on the U.S. is unsustainable, Hegseth stated. USA · 3 Jun 2025 Former German FM Baerbock elected president of UN General Assembly Annalena Baerbock elected President of UN General Assembly amid global challenges. Switzerland · 11 Dec 2024 Human trafficking rises sharply after dropping during pandemic, UN says Human trafficking has surged due to crises, with 69,627 victims identified in 2022, primarily women and children, according to UN report.