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.
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.
Poland invokes NATO's Article 4, demanding urgent consultations after a Russian-made drone violates its airspace and crashes near a key town. The incident raises fears of escalation and tests the Alliance's collective defence pledge.
Poland activates fighter jets after Russian-launched drones violate its airspace during a massive assault on western Ukraine. NATO allies are investigating the serious border incident.
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.
Exclusive analysis: A Russian-made drone's strike on Polish soil marks a perilous escalation in the Ukraine war, testing NATO's collective defence pledge and pushing the alliance towards a critical juncture.
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.
Ukraine's capital endures its most intense drone bombardment of the war, with critical infrastructure and residential areas hit in a massive overnight attack.
Shocking new footage captures the moment Russian missiles slam into a Ukrainian government building in central Kyiv, in a major escalation of attacks on the capital.
Russian President Vladimir Putin escalates tensions, declaring any Western military personnel in Ukraine as legitimate targets, following reports of US and NATO deployments. This stark threat marks a dangerous new phase in the Ukraine conflict.
Vladimir Putin issues stark threat to NATO, vowing to target any Western coalition troops sent to Ukraine. The Russian leader's declaration escalates tensions amid ongoing conflict and stalled peace talks.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held a crucial call with former US President Donald Trump, seeking to forge a new international coalition to support Ukraine, as a potential second Trump administration threatens to withdraw US backing.
French President Emmanuel Macron discloses a shocking private conversation with Donald Trump, alleging the former US President proposed a deal to block US aid to Ukraine unless Russia agreed to end the conflict. The revelation raises serious questions abo
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.
Exclusive report details Donald Trump's alleged secret peace plan for Ukraine, involving significant territorial concessions to Russia. Leaked maps and insider sources reveal a proposal that would redraw borders in Putin's favour, bypassing Kyiv and causi
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.
A classified European plan detailing a strategic military roadmap for the potential deployment of Western troops to Ukraine has been uncovered, signalling a major escalation in the continent's stance against Russian aggression.
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.
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.
Exclusive live updates from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant as Russia reports massive coordinated drone strikes, sparking fears of a catastrophic nuclear incident in occupied 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
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.
A massive Russian missile assault has struck central Kyiv, resulting in a significant number of casualties and widespread destruction. Emergency services are responding to the aftermath of one of the most severe attacks on the Ukrainian capital in recent
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appoints Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna as Ukraine's next ambassador to the United States, strengthening diplomatic ties during critical phase of war.
Buckingham Palace extends a formal invitation to President Zelensky to mark Ukraine's Independence Day in Britain, signalling a major diplomatic show of solidarity against Russian aggression.
The family of a British humanitarian volunteer has confirmed his death in eastern Ukraine's Donbas region. The UK Foreign Office is providing support and investigating the circumstances.
A resourceful mechanic from Devon has converted his Toyota Hilux into a rugged aid vehicle, braving warzones to deliver critical supplies from the UK to Ukraine's front lines.
A humanitarian aid mission from Devon to Ukraine was violently ambushed, leaving volunteers injured and vehicles destroyed. The brave team shares their harrowing ordeal.