UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps is facing his first major challenge head-on: overhauling the nation's struggling defence capabilities-once called a "national embarrassment"-to rebuild trust with NATO allies amid rising security threats
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Italy and Germany have taken a bold stand in support of Israel during the heated EU sanctions discussions, urging caution and the importance of open dialogue. Their position highlights the sharp divisions within the bloc over how best to address actions impacting the Middle East
Italy and Malta are now in the EU spotlight as recent threats and attacks endanger journalist safety. The European Commission urges both governments to strengthen protections and boldly uphold press freedom amid mounting challenges