US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to PolandThe Pentagon has canceled plans to temporarily deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, a decision that raises questions about President T...
15 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Spain is 'reliable' NATO member, PM Sanchez says after reported US ouster threatSpain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez affirmed his nation's reliability within NATO. This comes after reports suggested the United States co...
25 Apr, 2026, 08.31 AM IST
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or Bankrupt - Part 54: Will manufacturing capability help this firm move into defence space?The auto ancillary sector is being forced to answer a difficult question: When technology changes, which suppliers remain relevant and whic...
15 Apr, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
Nearly all European allies responding to Trump’s requests amid Iran crisis: NATO chiefNATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated US leadership remains vital for the alliance. He noted Europe is increasing its defense spending a...
09 Apr, 2026, 09.12 PM IST
Trump’s NATO threat could be India’s biggest defence breakUS President Donald Trump's remarks on NATO create a significant opportunity for India. Europe is seeking new defence partners as it rethin...
01 Apr, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
Macron expresses 'solidarity' with Spain after Trump threat: PresidencyFrance's President Emmanuel Macron Wednesday told Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez he stood by him after President Donald Trump threate...
04 Mar, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Trump says US will cut all trade with SpainIn a bold geopolitical maneuver, President Donald Trump has announced an immediate cessation of trade with Spain. This decision comes on th...
04 Mar, 2026, 01.14 AM 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 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
Spain's Sanchez vows to launch plan for defence boost by summerPrime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced that Spain will outline and begin implementing a plan to boost its defence sector before summer. Aim...
26 Mar, 2025, 05.48 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
Spain's Indra sees revenues, profitability soaring on European defence spendingIndra, a Spanish defense and technology company, anticipates a rise in European defense spending, particularly on high-tech solutions, whic...
06 Mar, 2024, 07.05 PM IST