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Croatian president says he halted military cooperation with Israel over 'unacceptable conduct’

Croatian president says he halted military cooperation with Israel over 'unacceptable conduct’

Zoran Milanovic cites 'unprecedented violations of international humanitarian law' as defense minister signals continued industry engagement

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EU fails to reach agreement on new sanctions package against Russia
23.02.2026

EU fails to reach agreement on new sanctions package against Russia

Kaja Kallas says outreach is ongoing with Hungary and Slovakia, who oppose the package, signaling that bloc could turn to using Russian frozen assets if needed

Joint UK-US Diego Garcia military base delays runway repairs until April
23.02.2026

Joint UK-US Diego Garcia military base delays runway repairs until April

Latest NOTAM says runway 13/31 will be closed for repairs for approximately 80 working days

European Parliament freezes US trade deal approval over Trump tariff decision
23.02.2026

European Parliament freezes US trade deal approval over Trump tariff decision

Trade committee chair calls for 'clarity, legal certainty' before any further steps can be taken

Russian president has 'already started' World War III: Zelenskyy
23.02.2026

Russian president has 'already started' World War III: Zelenskyy

'Stopping Putin today and preventing him from occupying Ukraine is a victory for the whole world,' says Ukrainian president

Italy calls for transatlantic cooperation following Trump’s tariff decision
23.02.2026

Italy calls for transatlantic cooperation following Trump’s tariff decision

‘We received assurances from the American side of their intention not to create instability for our companies,' says Italy's foreign minister