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CIA Director John Ratcliffe Made Unannounced Trip to Moscow and Met Russian Intelligence Chiefs

The discreet Aug. 25 visit used direct intelligence channels to deliver warnings that could test U.S. deterrence and has left allies seeking clarity.

German‑Netherlands Corps Assigned as NATO Tactical HQ for Estonia and Latvia

Latvia’s Defense Minister Quits After Stray Ukrainian Drones Breach Airspace

Italian Jets Intercept Russian Su-30 After Brief Estonian Airspace Violation

Finland Questions Crew of Suspected Ship After Estonia Reports Five Damaged Undersea Cables

EU Prepares Sanctions as Lithuania Blames Belarus for Balloon Incursions Disrupting Vilnius Airport

Italian F-35s Scramble From Ämari to Escort Russian Aircraft

Germany Activates First Permanent Overseas Brigade in Lithuania to Strengthen NATO Defense