Poland Demands That Belarus Expel Russia’s Wagner Fighters
Officials from Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia says the presence of the paramilitary force in Belarus following a short-lived rebellion in Russia poses a threat.
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Lithuania receives 200 JLTV armored vehicles
Lithuanian Defense Minister Arvydas Anušauskas announced that its country is receiving the last 200 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles bought in 2019. He added that starting in 2024, the Lithuanian Defense Forces will begin receiving additional 300 JLTV arm…
Tensions rise as Belarus begins military drills near Poland and Lithuania
Leaders of the two Nato countries say they expect provocations from their neighbouring Russian ally and Wagner fightersBelarus has begun military exercises near its border with Poland and Lithuania, as tensions heighten with the two Nato members over R…
Poland and Lithuania Warn Against ‘Provocations’ From Wagner in Belarus
The notice came a few days after two helicopters bearing Belarusian flags violated Polish airspace.
Lithuania and Poland ‘may close Belarus borders’ due to Wagner fighters
At least 100 mercenaries are in Belarus close to the Polish border, as fears grow they intend to bring crisis to neighbouring countriesRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesPoland and Lithuania are considering closing their respective borders with Be…
Lithuania to buy tanks in record €2 billion order
Lithuania plans to buy main battle tanks from Germany as part of an order worth a total of €2 billion ($2,2 billion), according to the Senior National Security Adviser to the President of the Republic of Lithuania, Kęstutis Budrys. “This will be …
‘Thank you, Ben Wallace!’ Ukraine bemused and irritated by UK’s call for gratitude
The UK defence secretary accused Ukraine of ingratitude for Britain’s military aidUkrainians have reacted with bemusement, mild irritation and irony to Ben Wallace’s notorious comments that the country should be more grateful for the help it is receivi…
Zelensky Leaves NATO Summit With Mixed Results
The Ukrainian leader secured new pledges of weapons and reaffirmed security commitments from Western allies, but it was not clear how significant a boost they could provide for his country’s counteroffensive.
Man Burns NATO Papers in Sweden in Protest Over Alliance Bid
The protest came as Turkey agreed to clear the way for Sweden to join the alliance and after the burning of a Quran in Stockholm.
Zelenskiy forced to recalibrate to avert Nato summit falling-out
Ukrainian president’s frustration threatened to overshadow meeting – and did not go unnoticed by other leadersRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesIt was, by the standards of international summits, an undiplomatic intervention. A clearly frustrated …