Rutte the 'Trump whisperer' faces a fresh test as Trump turns on NATO over IranNATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte faces Donald Trump's frustration regarding the U.S.-Israel war on Iran. Trump criticises allies and quest...
09 Apr, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Trump threatens tariffs on Spain over refusal to boost NATO defense spendingPresident Donald Trump threatened trade penalties, including tariffs, against Spain for its refusal to increase defense spending to 5% of G...
15 Oct, 2025, 02.33 PM IST
Trump floats dropping Spain from NATO allianceU.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested NATO could consider removing Spain from the alliance due to its refusal to meet a propose...
10 Oct, 2025, 12.15 PM IST
NATO allies agree to hike defence spending, reaffirm collective defenceNATO allies have committed to significantly increasing their annual defence spending, aiming for a total of 5% of GDP by 2035. This pledge ...
26 Jun, 2025, 12.24 PM IST
NATO chief sees as 'transformational' summit ahead despite stark differences over defence spendingNATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte anticipates a "transformational summit" with increased defense spending targets, potentially reaching 5% ...
26 Jun, 2025, 12.21 PM IST
Trump says Spain will pay more in trade deal after refusal to meet NATO defense spending targetsPresident Trump declared the U.S. would penalize Spain with increased trade costs due to their refusal to meet a 5% GDP NATO defense spendi...
25 Jun, 2025, 09.53 PM IST
NATO leaders gather for what could be a historic summit, or one marred by divisionsNATO leaders are convening in The Hague amidst internal disagreements over defense spending targets, with Spain rejecting the proposed 5% G...
24 Jun, 2025, 08.46 AM IST
NATO leaders are set to agree on a historic defense spending pledge, but the hike won't apply to allNATO's chief emphasizes that all member nations must commit to a significant defense spending increase, aiming for 5% of GDP, to bolster co...
24 Jun, 2025, 07.13 AM IST
NATO boss warns Russia of ‘devastating’ consequences should Putin attack allianceNATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued strong warnings to Russia, identifying it as the most immediate threat to the alliance, and ac...
23 Jun, 2025, 07.37 PM IST
NATO leaders gather Tuesday for what could be historic summit, or one marred by divisionsNATO leaders are convening in The Hague amidst internal divisions over defense spending targets, with Spain rejecting the proposed 5% GDP c...
23 Jun, 2025, 10.56 AM IST
NATO agrees 5% spending deal, overcoming Spain block: diplomatsNATO members have committed to increasing defense spending following Spain's decision to withdraw its objections, averting a potential disr...
22 Jun, 2025, 10.14 PM IST
The success of a key NATO summit is in doubt after Spain rejects a big hike in defense spendingNATO summit faces uncertainty as Spain declines to meet Trump's defense spending demand. Spain cites economic reasons and EU security effor...
20 Jun, 2025, 04.57 PM IST
The reason why Donald Trump left G7 early: Miffed with Emmanuel Macron and did not want to meet ZelenskyyTensions arose at the G7 and NATO summits as Trump departed early due to disagreements with Macron and disinterest in meeting Zelenskyy. Sp...
19 Jun, 2025, 10.05 PM IST
Why meeting Trump's military spending target could be tough for NATO's lowest spenderSpain, facing pressure to increase its defense spending in line with NATO targets, struggles due to political and historical factors. Despi...
23 Jan, 2025, 05.36 PM IST
Trump mistakes Spain for member of BRICS bloc, repeats threat of massive tariffsUS President Donald Trump mistakenly identified Spain as part of the BRICS bloc, leading to confusion and potential tariff concerns in Madr...
21 Jan, 2025, 09.45 PM IST
World War III predictions coming true? NATO plans big spending hike on missiles, radars, and jets to counter Russian threatNATO is deliberating a substantial increase in its defence spending benchmark, potentially raising the target from 2% to 3% of GDP by 2030....
12 Dec, 2024, 02.38 PM IST
NATO Membership and Defence Spending: Key facts you need to knowSweden officially became a member of NATO, joining Finland in the alliance's largest expansion since the 1990s. This move comes amid rising...
25 Apr, 2024, 06.11 PM IST