Keywords: Security


Sweden advances plan to create new foreign intelligence agency amid security concerns

The government of Sweden has announced it will move forward with plans to establish a new foreign intelligence agency. The decision comes in response to growing security concerns in Europe and criticism of past intelligence failures. Lessons from the Ukraine War The reform follows criticism that Swedish......

Putin sheltering in southern bunkers over coup and drone fears, European intelligence report says

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been spending extended periods in underground bunkers in southern Russia since March 2026, driven by fears of a coup orchestrated by political elites and assassination by drone. The disclosure, drawn from a classified European intelligence report, emerges against......

EU recommends member states to avoid using Huawei and ZTE in connectivity infrastructure

The European Commission has recommended that European Union member states avoid using equipment from Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE Corporation in the development of national connectivity infrastructure. The proposal is part of broader efforts to strengthen cybersecurity across the region. Cybersecurity......

Austria expels Russian diplomats over suspected espionage activities

Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats over suspicions of espionage activities linked to unusual communication installations. The decision, announced by the government in Vienna, marks a new escalation in diplomatic tensions between Austria and Russia. Authorities pointed to the presence of an......

The Kremlin tightens security around Putin amid fears of internal coup

Russia has significantly intensified security measures around President Vladimir Putin following reports that Western intelligence agencies warned of growing risks of an internal coup or targeted assassination within Russian political circles. According to a European intelligence assessment cited by......

Singapore and New Zealand sign pact to secure supply chains during crises

Singapore and New Zealand have signed a new agreement aimed at keeping supply chains open during times of global disruption. The deal reflects growing concerns about the resilience of international trade networks amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. The agreement was signed in Singapore......

Germany calls for reopening of the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

Germany has called for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route, amid escalating geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the United States, and regional allies. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated during a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi......

Japanese prime minister to discuss energy security with Australian counterpart

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to hold talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during an official meeting focused on energy security and strategic cooperation, according to media reports. The discussions come as Japan continues to rely heavily on Australia as its main......

Macron discusses Iraq’s political future with new leadership

French President Emmanuel Macron held a phone conversation with Iraq’s newly appointed Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, focusing on regional stability and bilateral cooperation. The exchange comes as Iraq enters a sensitive political phase marked by internal challenges and external pressures. Emphasis......