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Ukraine weapon switcheroos are flushing Soviet arms out of Europe
As some Eastern European nations send their Soviet-era kit to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s attack, the new weapons those nations stand to get in return from the United States and its allies could shape the continent’s arsenal for years to come.
European military exercises like the Army’s massive Combined Resolve XII are crucial, general says
The U.S. needs more than words as adversaries like Russia seek to undermine partnerships across Europe, military leaders say.
By Diana Stancy
Army training, weapons money aimed at countering Russia in North Macedonia
The Army is helping North Macedonia prepare for threat from Russia.
By Todd South
Inside America’s multimillion-dollar plan to get allies off Russian equipment
The State Department has quietly launched a new fund to help allies in Europe buy American defense goods - and may look to expand it around the world.
By Aaron Mehta
Macedonia takes a big step to becoming NATO’s 30th member
There still remains is a long road ahead for Macedonia before it becomes a full alliance member.
By Aaron Mehta
Mattis condemns Russian influence-peddling in Macedonia
U.S. plans to expand its cooperation with Macedonia, defense secretary says.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Allies slowly taking back some detainees from Syria fighting
Succumbing to months of pressure from the United States, several allied nations have taken custody of a few dozen foreign fighters detained in Syria and brought them home to face justice.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Congress would stop Trump from leaving NATO, key senators say
“If they were seriously planning on withdrawing from NATO, I think it would create a unifying event unlike anything you’ve seen in U.S. history,” says Republican Sen. Thom Tillis.
By Joe Gould
Bosnia faces its ‘greatest challenge’ since 1990s war, and Putin’s not helping
Ongoing political tensions leading into elections later this year in Bosnia could further destabilize the Balkan region and offer opportunities for Russia to sow chaos, experts told Congress.
By Todd South