US Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth criticized NATO as a 'paper tiger' and 'one-way street,' urging a return to its military roots. He announced a six-month review of US troop deployment in Europe and stressed the need for increased defense spending among allies.
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US forces in Europe and criticized NATO allies for not meeting spending targets and for their response to US strikes in Iran. He stated the US would no longer pay more for NATO defense than allies.
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A US official stated that allies' failure to meet NATO spending targets puts American troops at risk and could lead to reduced US contributions to NATO's organizational costs.
Le secrétaire à la Défense américain, Pete Hegseth, a annoncé un réexamen de la présence militaire des États-Unis en Europe d'ici six mois. Il a menacé de réduire la contribution américaine au budget de l'OTAN si les pays européens ne respectent pas leurs engagements de dépenses de défense.
Le secrétaire à la Défense américain, Pete Hegseth, a annoncé un réexamen de la présence militaire des États-Unis en Europe d'ici six mois. L'objectif est de garantir l'autonomie de l'Europe dans sa défense et l'accès des États-Unis aux bases de l'Otan.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a Pentagon-led review of US forces in Europe, criticizing NATO allies for defense spending and reluctance to join the Iran war. The six-month review aims to shift primary defense responsibility to NATO.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe, linking its outcome to European allies taking greater responsibility for their security. He criticized allies for denying access for potential Iran operations and for prioritizing gender equality and climate change over defense spending.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US military forces in Europe, criticizing NATO allies for insufficient defense spending and lack of support on Iran. He called for a "NATO 3.0" reboot to strengthen the alliance's military capabilities.
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized NATO allies for insufficient defense spending and reluctance to support US actions in Iran, announcing a review of US forces in Europe and threatening to tie US contributions to allies meeting spending targets.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has closed its investigation into Drax over concerns about misleading statements regarding its wood pellet sourcing. After a 10-month review, the FCA found no evidence to justify further action, though Drax previously paid £25m to a redress scheme over reporting failures.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has closed its investigation into Drax over concerns about the sourcing of wood pellets for its biomass power station. The FCA found no evidence to justify further action after reviewing thousands of pages.
The BCCI is exploring shifting the IPL window to March 10-May 15 starting in 2027 to mitigate extreme weather impacts on players and fans. There are no current plans to increase the 74-match format.
A BBC investigation revealed a nursery worker arrested for downloading indecent images of children secured another childcare job due to flaws in the DBS Update system. The UK government is urgently reviewing the system, which only checks for non-conviction information every nine months, leaving parents and officials concerned.
The Taliban have ordered a ban on smartphone use for government officials, citing concerns over productivity and leaks. The directive, issued by military courts, mandates phone destruction and legal punishment for violators. Analysts suggest this could foreshadow broader restrictions on the general population.
The Court of Appeal has overturned a decision to block the parole of Snowtown serial killer James Vlassakis, ruling the reviewing commissioner made a jurisdictional error. Vlassakis will remain in custody pending a new review.
James Vlassakis, convicted for the "bodies-in-the-barrels" killings, will face another parole review after a court ruled a previous review was in jurisdictional error. He remains in custody pending the new review.
A review of cannabis policies from 2000-2025 found that decriminalization or strict regulation of cannabis does not increase usage or mental health issues. However, commercialized markets, like those in the US and Canada, led to more users, higher potency, and increased psychosis-related hospital visits.
England and Croatia begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Group L. England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, boasts a talented squad led by Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. Croatia, under Zlatko Dalić, relies on Luka Modrić and emerging talent, aiming to replicate past tournament success.
Ahead of Prime Day, Amazon's Echo Max smart speaker is available for $64.99, a $35 discount. Praised for its sound quality, smart home hub capabilities, and advanced AI, it's considered Amazon's best all-around smart speaker.
Reviews for Toy Story 5 are mixed, with many calling it a "cautionary tale" about technology's impact on children. The film's topicality, coinciding with a proposed social media ban for under-16s in the UK, is noted by critics.
BBC Radio 4's "The World Tonight" is being cancelled after over 50 years as part of significant cost-saving measures. The cuts will also lead to job losses, program reductions, and a review of BBC channels and stations, with a focus on shifting content to digital platforms.
Czechia and South Africa, both seeking their first win, face off in Group A of the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta, Georgia. Both teams lost their opening matches.
BBC Director General Matt Brittin announced sweeping cuts, including programme scrapping and compulsory redundancies, to save £500m over three years. Around 2,000 jobs are expected to be lost as the corporation reviews its TV and radio network to adapt to digital audiences.
