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NATO suspects Iranian attack on Turkey

NATO believes that Iran is behind an attack on Turkey. This assessment comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region. The situation is being closely monitored by NATO and its allies. Further details on the attack and NATO's response are not yet available.

—Politico Europe

Finland to allow import of nuclear weapons

Finland is set to ease its ban on nuclear weapons, allowing the import, transport, and storage of nuclear armaments on its territory, according to Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen. This decision is driven by Finland's membership in NATO and its need to revamp its defense plans, particularly given its shared border with Russia. The move is seen as a response to the current geopolitical context, with Finland aiming to strengthen its national defense.

—Politico Europe

Germany’s privacy chief gets sidelined as intel services bulk up

Germany's privacy regulator warned Thursday that it lacks oversight of the country's intelligence services just as Berlin moves to grant sweeping new powers to its spy agencies—a historic shift breaking with decades of strict post-WWII constraints. The development reflects growing European concerns about potential U.S. intelligence sharing cutbacks under the Trump administration, prompting Germany and other European nations to bolster independent intelligence capabilities and cross-border cooper

—TASS Russian News

Zelensky likely to be invited to NATO summit but excluded from working meetings — agency

Ukrainian President Zelensky is likely to be invited to the NATO summit in the Hague, but may be excluded from working meetings. The decision is influenced by the desire of most NATO member states to have Zelensky present, while avoiding upsetting US President Donald Trump. This development reflects ongoing tensions within the NATO alliance, particularly with regards to US involvement and influence.

—TASS Russian News

NATO’s Baltic exercises are part of preparations for military clash with Russia — diplomat

NATO's Baltic exercises are being seen as preparations for a potential military clash with Russia, according to diplomat Alexander Grushko. Grushko described the exercises as 'extremely provocative'. The move is likely to increase tensions between NATO and Russia.

—Deutsche Welle

Iceland mulls joining the EU amid strained US relations

Iceland is considering accelerating a potential referendum on European Union membership amid deteriorating relations with the United States. As a close EU partner but non-member, Iceland's government may bring the membership question to voters sooner than anticipated, driven by concerns over strained transatlantic ties under the current US administration.

—RT International

Moscow warns of worrying NATO buildup in Arctic

Russia's ambassador to Norway has accused NATO of using maritime power to restrict Russia's freedom of navigation in the Arctic, warning of a concerning military buildup in the region. The statement reflects escalating tensions between Moscow and the Western alliance over strategic access and influence in the Arctic. This adds to broader NATO-Russia friction in a region of growing strategic and economic importance.

—TASS Russian News

Slovak parliament mandates Cabinet vote against new anti-Russian sanctions — news agency

The Slovak parliament has mandated a cabinet vote against new anti-Russian sanctions, an initiative led by the Slovak National Party, a member of the ruling government coalition. The move signals continued friction within the EU and NATO over the sanctions regime against Russia, with Slovakia positioning itself as a dissenting voice among Western allies. This reflects deepening divisions in European unity on the Russia policy front.

—War on the Rocks

Greenland Is Strategic. Annexation Is Not

A policy analysis piece argues that while Greenland holds increasing strategic importance due to Arctic warming and geopolitical competition, US annexation would undermine Denmark's territorial integrity and damage NATO alliance cohesion. The author advocates for enhanced American military presence in Greenland through improved air and missile defenses, potentially reopening closed bases and deploying additional troops, without pursuing territorial acquisition.

The Sound of Munich: Autonomy, Anxiety, and the Twilight of Transatlantic Order

An analysis piece from the Munich Security Conference examines the deepening crisis in transatlantic relations, with European leaders expressing anxiety over the shifting U.S. posture toward NATO and the broader Western alliance. The conference brought together heads of state and senior officials for intensive bilateral meetings amid growing concerns about European strategic autonomy. The piece reflects broader tensions between Washington and European capitals over defense commitments and geopol

Sweet Nothings: Rutte’s Trump-Whispering Is Counterproductive

An opinion piece from War on the Rocks critiques NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's approach to managing relations with President Trump, arguing that his flattery-based diplomacy is ultimately counterproductive. Rutte received public praise from Trump at Davos and reportedly used his personal rapport with the president to help broker a framework deal on Greenland, temporarily easing U.S.-European tensions. The article questions whether this 'Trump-whispering' strategy serves NATO's long-term in

Golden Dome missile shield project turns space into arena of armed confrontation — Ryabkov

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has criticized the US Golden Dome missile shield project, warning it transforms space into an arena of armed confrontation. Ryabkov argued the initiative provokes escalation, fuels an arms race in space, and undermines mutual trust while creating serious obstacles to international cooperation on peaceful space exploration.

BONUS In Brief: Vibes Out of Munich

The 62nd Munich Security Conference (Feb. 13-15) brought together world leaders and specialists to discuss the state of the trans-Atlantic relationship. Key themes included European interest in 'derisking' from U.S. reliance and broad acknowledgment that the post-WWII liberal world order has ended. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered some reassurance by emphasizing that the U.S. and Europe 'belong together,' though reactions among attendees were mixed.

—RT International

As Trump Bashes Spain on Military Spending, German Chancellor Merz Looks On

U.S. President Trump publicly rebuked Spain and Britain over military spending during an Oval Office meeting attended by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Merz, who has championed greater European unity, did not publicly object to Trump's criticism of NATO allies. The episode highlights ongoing transatlantic tensions over defense burden-sharing within the alliance.