Brussels 15.12.2020 Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg had discussions at the European Commission on Tuesday, 15 December 2020, about how to further strengthen NATO’s cooperation with the European Union. Today’s meeting of Commissioners:-Exchange with @JensStoltenberg-New digital rules to protect users & ensure fair, open digital markets-Strengthening Europe against cyberthreats-Tackling non-performing loans so banks continue lending to…
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NATO2030: Foreign ministers focus on future
Brussels 01.12.2020 NATO Foreign Ministers met virtually on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 to discuss key issues for the Alliance. They include an outside expert panel report on how to further adapt NATO for the future, Russia’s military build-up and NATO’s training mission in Afghanistan. #NATO #ForMin met virtually to discuss key security issues. They include:…
EU defence progress
Brussels, 20.11.2020 The Council approved conclusions on the Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) Strategic Review 2020. The review assesses the progress made on PESCO and provides guidance for the next phase (2021-2025) on the overall aim, policy goals, incentives and projects. (Image: Dassault Rafale factory, France). Today, EU Defence Ministers discuss how the EU can become…
NATO condemns Novichok attack on Navalny
The North Atlantic Council met on 4 September 2020 to address the assassination attempt on Russian opposition politician Alexey Navalny. Germany briefed Allies on the toxicology findings of their specialist laboratory. “There is proof beyond doubt that Mr. Navalny was poisoned using a military-grade nerve agent from the Novichok group,” said NATO Secretary General Jens…
Crimea: Putin attends keel-laying ceremony
President Vladimir Putin attended the keel-laying ceremony for the Russian Navy’s first helicopter carriers warships at the Zaliv Shipyard in Kerch, Crimea, on Monday July 20. #Керчь: Владимир Путин посетил судостроительный завод «Залив» и принял участие в церемонии закладки боевых кораблей ВМФ https://t.co/oi5HCxbvM3 pic.twitter.com/9slKFo9jMP — Президент России (@KremlinRussia) July 20, 2020 Together with the general…
Russian defense reporter accused of espionage
The arrest of former journalist has caused major outcry among independent media outlets in Russia. Ivan Safronov, accused of spying for the Czech Republic and the United States, was arrested on July 7 by Russia’s security service, the FSB, which has accused him of state treason, the charges foreseing prison sententse from 12 up to…
Stoltenberg calls Russia to respect Open Sky
NATO Allies met today to discuss the Open Skies Treaty. “We are firmly committed to the preservation of effective international arms control, disarmament, and non-proliferation. We all agree that all states party to the Open Skies Treaty must fully implement their commitments and obligations. All NATO Allies are in full compliance with all provisions of…
EU maintains operational presence
EU Defence Ministers discussed the security and defence implications of the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing in particular on the crucial role played by armed forces in supporting civilian actors and providing cross-border support among member states. In this context the Task Force that was established at the last video conference of Defence Ministers on 6 April…
NATO Stoltenberg adresses COVID19 crisis
The alliance’s defence ministers met on April 15 to discuss the long-term implications of the COVID-19 pandemic that has left 1,878,489 infected globally, according to the latest estimates by the World Health Organisation (WHO) release. #NATO Secretary General @jensstoltenberg says Allied military forces have delivered ⤵️ 1️⃣ +100 supply missions flown 🛫 2️⃣ 25 field…
NATO COVID19 response
NATO Foreign Ministers directed NATO’s top commander, General Wolters, to coordinate the necessary military support to combat the coronavirus crisis and to start using fast-track paths through Europe’s airspace for military flights carrying medical supplies, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on Thursday (2 April 2020). Foreign Ministers agree measures to help #coronavirus response. #COVID19…
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