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Trump aide Natalie Harp is given cutting new nickname as unearthed video reveals a key way she serves him

Natalie Harp, an executive assistant to President Donald Trump, has come under public notice for her role as a constant presence at his side, personal letters expressing intense devotion, and involvement in recent security and political matters. Multiple outlets have reported on nicknames given to her by colleagues and observers, as well as questions surrounding her security clearance. White House officials have defended her loyalty and status.

4 outlets · 5 articles Aug 17

NATO has official game plan for war with Russia, Bild reports

Recent reports detail NATO's classified 'Land Warfighting Concept' for potential conflict with Russia, sparking debate over its intent. While Western analysts frame it as a deterrent and evolution of existing strategy, Russian state media highlight it as a provocation. The plan includes forward defense, strikes on Russian territory, and an 'autonomous zone' near borders.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 17

France Scrambled Rafales 39 Times Over the Baltics-One Intercept Revealed a Rare Russian FSB Jet

During a four-month NATO Baltic Air Policing deployment, French Rafale fighters intercepted a Russian Tu-214PU command aircraft linked to the FSB. Aviation analyst Piotr Butowski identified the jet as carrying an unusual laser self-defense system also fitted to planes used by President Putin. The mission logged 540 flight hours and 39 live scrambles.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 17

Putin rushes warships into Baltic Sea

Russia has moved two warships into the Baltic Sea while a new submarine capable of carrying a nuclear tsunami-triggering torpedo began sea trials, according to reports. The deployments come amid escalating rhetoric from Moscow over Western support for Ukraine, though analysts caution that the most extreme threats are unlikely to be carried out.

3 outlets · 3 articles Aug 17

Witkoff, Kushner may bring new proposals on Ukraine to Moscow — expert

Ukrainian President Zelensky outlined a peace plan involving a ceasefire and a free economic zone, while a Russian expert predicted that US envoys Witkoff and Kushner will bring concrete proposals to Moscow. The conflicting statements highlight the wide gap between Kyiv and Moscow's positions.

2 outlets · 3 articles Aug 17

Strait of Iran

Five months into the war, Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has cut oil traffic by 90%, defying US claims of control and prompting cautious NATO-facilitated talks. As Tehran asserts sovereignty over the waterway, the world faces an energy crisis with no easy resolution.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 17

US backs 'Islamic Nato': Trump calls Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact 'big, bold and important step'

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a trilateral defense agreement in Mecca, which US President Donald Trump has called a 'big, bold, and important first step.' The pact creates a collective defense commitment akin to NATO's Article 5, and analysts are weighing its implications for regional security and multipolarity.

3 outlets · 3 articles Aug 17

'Big, bold and important first step': Trump welcomes defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye

Bangladesh has said it is open to joining the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact, with two junior ministers stressing any decision hinges on national interests. Meanwhile, reports of an invitation for Iran to join remain unconfirmed, with Tehran denying receiving any official proposal.

22 outlets · 25 articles Aug 17

Iran war thrusts Diego Garcia into spotlight as official calls US military base ‘integral’

A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.

7 outlets · 11 articles Aug 17

Trump says US scaling back military drills with South Korea, citing "very good" relationship with Kim Jong Un

President Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in joint US-South Korea military exercises, citing his 'very good relationship' with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. South Korea's defence ministry said the drills would proceed as scheduled, while a Republican lawmaker expressed hope the curtailment is temporary.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 17

Spanish jet downs drone in Romania after airspace breach

A Romanian F-16 fighter jet destroyed a marine drone near the Neptun Deep gas platform in the Black Sea, with President Nicușor Dan blaming Russia. The incident has drawn condemnation from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who called it part of a 'hybrid warfare' campaign. Separately, a Spanish F-18 shot down another drone that breached Romanian airspace, as NATO states report increasing drone activity near their borders.

4 outlets · 5 articles Aug 16

Taliban rulers mark five years in power at Afghanistan's Loya Jirga

Afghanistan's leaders celebrated the fifth anniversary of their return to power at a Loya Jirga in Kabul, touting restored stability and an end to conflict, even as the UN decried a grave human rights crisis, and the administration renewed its call for representation at the United Nations.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 15

US readies Iran penalties as Trump downplays midterms impact

The US is preparing new economic measures against Iran, with President Donald Trump saying Tehran wants a deal but is not ready for the right one. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinted at unprecedented sanctions, while Trump dismissed the importance of the conflict ending before midterm elections, and Iranian media rejected his inflation claims.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 15

US sends NATO Trump loyalty test as troop cut looms

The Pentagon has circulated a questionnaire to NATO allies asking whether they have publicly supported US foreign policy priorities, as part of a review that could reduce American forces in Europe. The document, obtained by Al Jazeera, also inquires about restrictions on US base access and alignment with the 'NATO 3.0' concept, prompting concerns among allies and former officials about politicizing military posture.

3 outlets · 3 articles Aug 14

Nato jets shoot down foreign drone after it enters Latvian airspace

A NATO fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace on August 14, with Latvian officials attributing the incursion to Russian electronic warfare that may have diverted a Ukrainian drone off course. The incident has intensified focus on NATO's eastern defenses and the growing threat of GPS spoofing across the Baltics.

3 outlets · 3 articles Aug 14

Flying on Air Force One, unwittingly under threat – and without Trump

A first-person account from a Times of Israel journalist reveals the confusion and fear aboard Air Force One as President Trump secretly switched planes due to a reported Iranian threat, while the Los Angeles Times defends the security protocols against partisan criticism.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 13

Trump turns to economic pain as US bombings fail to sway Iran

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.

1 outlet · 1 article Aug 13

New power axis in the making? Three military heavyweights lock arms, complicating Abraham Accords strategy

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a trilateral defense agreement in Mecca, pledging collective deterrence against aggression. The pact, which some compare to NATO's Article 5, comes amid regional tensions and questions over US security commitments.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 12

Short on US Patriot missiles, Ukraine looks for alternatives

Ukraine is struggling to defend against Russian ballistic missile attacks due to a critical shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, a problem exacerbated by global stockpile depletion and European refusals to supply more. The situation has prompted urgent appeals from Ukrainian officials and raised questions about alternative defense systems.

6 outlets · 7 articles Aug 12

Trump says he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat

President Donald Trump left the NATO summit in Türkiye using three different aircraft after U.S. officials reported a credible Iranian threat. The switch involved a secret transfer to a smaller military plane, while some cabinet members remained on the original aircraft. The incident also highlighted the ongoing controversy over the Qatar-donated Boeing 747-8 used as Air Force One.

1 outlet · 1 article Aug 12