Exclusive: Romania and Poland report suspected Russian drone debris on their territory, raising stark questions about NATO's collective defence and the risks of the war in Ukraine escalating beyond its borders.
Exclusive: Russian drones strike perilously close to NATO territory, targeting Ukrainian ports on the Danube River and forcing Bucharest into emergency talks. Tensions escalate as the alliance faces direct provocations.
Romania reports a Russian drone incursion into its airspace near the Ukrainian border, marking a significant escalation. NATO ally Poland scrambles fighter jets in response, raising tensions in the Black Sea region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for immediate action after Russian reconnaissance drones violate NATO territory, raising fears of further escalation in the Black Sea region.
US Senator Marco Rubio issues a stark warning that Poland is on the verge of a 'red line' and may act unilaterally to down Russian drones violating its airspace, potentially triggering a major NATO confrontation with Russia.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
Exclusive: Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski reveals unprecedented military considerations amid growing fears over Trump's potential return and NATO's future.
Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is set to become the next NATO Secretary General after UK Defence Secretary John Healey threw Britain's decisive support behind his candidacy, solidifying his path to lead the alliance.
Channel 4's broadcast of the critically acclaimed 1993 film 'The War Game' has left audiences stunned, with many taking to social media to declare it the most powerful and harrowing war movie ever created.
Vladimir Putin issues a stark nuclear warning, threatening a global conflict if Western nations permit Ukraine to use their weapons for strikes on Russian territory. The Kremlin's chilling threat escalates tensions to a dangerous new level.
Exclusive intelligence reveals the meticulous planning behind a Russian drone's incursion into Polish airspace, triggering a swift and decisive response from NATO allies and raising serious questions about regional security.
Explosive allegations emerge that Donald Trump allegedly encouraged a Polish leader to launch a drone attack on Russia. The Independent investigates the potential catastrophic implications for NATO and the Ukraine war.
Poland activates its air force after Russian-launched drones target western Ukraine, with debris from a downed UAV landing inside Polish territory near Lviv, raising fears of a direct NATO-Russia confrontation.
Poland accuses Russia of a deliberate act of aggression after its drones breach NATO airspace. The incident occurs as Putin launches 'nuclear strike' drills, marking a severe escalation and testing Western defences.
Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte confronts Chinese officials in Beijing, demanding an immediate halt to military support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Exclusive details on the tense diplomatic exchange.
French President Emmanuel Macron refuses to rule out sending Western troops to Ukraine, creating a stark divide with Donald Trump's NATO threats and marking a pivotal moment in the Ukraine-Russia war.
Argentina extradites 98-year-old former Nazi SS officer Michael Karkoc to Italy, closing one of Europe's last major Holocaust cases after a prolonged legal battle.
Exclusive: Defence Secretary John Healey is considering a major policy shift that would see British military personnel deployed to Ukraine for a formal training mission, a significant escalation of the UK's support against Russian aggression.
As another Kremlin deadline for Ukrainian surrender passes, the Trump administration remains conspicuously silent, raising alarm in Kyiv and European capitals about a major shift in US foreign policy.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's potential return to the White House could embolden Vladimir Putin to escalate drone warfare in Ukraine, risking direct confrontation with NATO forces. Defence experts sound the alarm on Kremlin's shifting tact
Exclusive briefing: European nations are drawing up contingency plans for potential military deployment to Ukraine, while President Zelenskyy pledges a forceful response to recent Russian drone attacks on critical infrastructure.
Exclusive: Andriy Parubiy, former Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council, reveals intelligence pointing to a major Russian offensive planned for late May or early June 2024, urging Western allies for immediate military support.
A brutal Russian missile strike has torn through the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple casualties, and shattered residential buildings. Newly emerged footage captures the horrifying moment of impact and the immediate
NATO fighter jets were placed on high alert as Russia launched a massive drone and missile assault on Ukrainian cities, including a deadly strike on a civilian market. World leaders condemn the 'sheer terror' of the attacks.
European leaders, including UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron, are calling for a major escalation of sanctions against Russia following a devastating missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv. The attack, which killed dozens, has been condemned as
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly told European leaders he would encourage Russia to attack NATO allies who 'don't pay their bills,' a stark revelation that threatens Western unity and emboldens Putin's aggression in Ukraine.
European nations finalise a historic multi-billion euro arms package, procuring thousands of cruise missiles to bolster Ukraine's defence against Russia. The deal, a significant escalation in support, aims to close the critical long-range strike capabilit
Russia's ex-president Dmitry Medvedev issues a stark threat to France, warning that any deployment of troops to Ukraine would be met with a brutal military response, including a potential march on Paris.
As Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is directly challenging Western unity. This analysis examines how the Kremlin is testing Donald Trump's commitment and Europe's staying power in a conflict that threatens global security.