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Russia-backed rebels shell frontline town as Ukraine conflict heats up
Both sides claim casualties after the violence increased in Avdiivka, near rebel-held Donetsk.
Brendan Cole Jan 31, 2017
Ex-Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev warns that countries are preparing for World War 3
'It all looks as if the world is preparing for war,' said the former Russian president.
Tareq Haddad Jan 28, 2017
Read Theresa May's speech to Republicans in Philadelphia in full
The British PM discusses Isis, Nato, Iran and a renewed 'special relationship'.
Staff Reporter Jan 27, 2017
'Nations not Nato' need to resolve Ukraine conflict, says ex-alliance chief
General Sir Richard Shirreff said countries should provide bilateral support to Ukraine.
Brendan Cole Jan 26, 2017
Amnesty International urges Theresa May to challenge Turkey's Erdogan on crackdown
Exclusive: Human rights group tells IBTimes UK that May should ask some 'probing questions'.
Ian Silvera Jan 24, 2017
Mattis calls Nato secretary-general to highlight importance of military alliance
Donald Trump has previously shown disdain for Nato and labelled it 'obsolete'.
Tareq Haddad Jan 24, 2017
Moscow's military might: How Russia is gearing up its armed forces for the future
Russia is increasing its military spending in response to increased Nato deployments near its borders.
Brendan Cole Jan 19, 2017
British Army tests moving tanks through English Channel in case of an invasion of Eastern Europe
As tensions rise between Nato and Russia, the British Army sent 5 Challenger tanks to France and back.
William Watkinson Jan 18, 2017
Jeremy Corbyn and Nia Griffith hold peace talks amid Labour row over Nato forces
Sources tell IBTimes UK the Labour leader and shadow defence secretary spoke 'briefly'.
Ian Silvera Jan 12, 2017
Russia tried to sway Swedish ties with Nato in disinformation campaign claims study
The Swedish Institute of International Affairs analysis said Kremlin-funded media outlets was behind fake news stories.
Brendan Cole Jan 11, 2017
France charms US in bid to take Nato leadership from Britain
Britain in danger of losing prestigious second-in-command Nato role it has held since 1951.
Tareq Haddad Jan 10, 2017
UK urged to create new 'special defence relationship' with EU after Brexit
Professor Malcolm Chalmers warns Britain could face a 'European fait accompli' on key issues.
Ian Silvera Jan 10, 2017
Putin's Russia strengthens air power in bold foreign policy maneuvering
Moscow's influence in the Middle East is assured, but what about China, Ukraine and the Baltics?
Brendan Cole Jan 09, 2017
Elite US troops deployed to deter Russian aggression toward Lithuania as Baltic tensions rise
Soldiers deployed to train local forces and deter Russian aggression.
Tom Porter Jan 04, 2017
Moscow and Nato 'must restore normal relations' says top Russian minister
Andrei Kelin from Russia's foreign ministry says 'we need to renew what we had before'
Brendan Cole Jan 04, 2017
'We must protect Poland from Putin' say militia fighters as fears grow of Donald Trump NATO retreat
The numbers of young Poles signing up to join 120 militias has tripled since Russia's war in Ukraine.
Eleonora Vio Dec 30, 2016
Trump transition team says it's 'premature' to rule Russia a defence priority
President Barack Obama, Nato, and former Defence Secretary Dick Cheney rank Vladimir Putin high on list of threats to west.
Graham Lanktree Dec 22, 2016
Trump ignoring Russian threat to focus on Isis, documents reveal
Top concern for Nato and Pentagon ignored by President-elect, who wants to concentration on Islamic extremists.
Graham Lanktree Dec 21, 2016
UK personnel will remain in Ukraine to train troops and counter Russian threat – Fallon
Relations between Russia and the West continue to deteriorate as Cold War 2 heats up.
Mark Piggott Dec 18, 2016
The cult of Stalin: Soviet dictator lives on in hearts of elderly Georgian fans
'What Jesus Christ is for many religious people, Stalin is the same for me,' says one elderly fan.
David Sim Dec 16, 2016
Russian ambassador blames UK and Nato for increased global tensions
Ambassador Alexander Yakovenko believes it is up to the West to curb their aggression.
IBT UK Contributor Dec 13, 2016
Lithuania releases manual advising citizens on what to do if Russia invades
Move comes amid concerns Russia could attempt to seize control of Baltic region.
Tom Porter Dec 05, 2016
Boris Johnson: Donald Trump is right – Nato allies need to boost defence spending
Johnson urged the military alliance's members to spend 2% of their GDP on defence.
Ian Silvera Dec 02, 2016
British fighter planes to fly over disputed South China Sea and sail carriers after 2020 in Pacific: Envoy
Britain's ambassador to the US said fighter jets deployed to visit Japan would assert international overflight rights.
Nandini Krishnamoorthy Dec 02, 2016
If Trump cosies up to Putin, Assad's criminal regime will go unpunished
Russia would be emboldened by an alliance that serves its interests in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Julie Lenarz Dec 01, 2016
Donald Trump and Theresa May agree on Nato importance in second phone call
Downing Street says the UK prime minister is hoping to establish a 'regular dialogue' with Trump.
Ian Silvera Nov 29, 2016
Russia will keep nuclear-armed missiles on Nato border to counter 'alliance's expansion'
Iskander missiles deployed to Kaliningrad in October will stay there permanently.
Brendan Cole Nov 22, 2016
Turkish officers sought asylum in Nato countries after failed coup amid growing EU-Turkey tensions
While EU ministers warned Turkey to respect human rights, the UK softened its stance after the Brexit vote.
Sofia Lotto Persio Nov 18, 2016
Lithuania 'very afraid' of Russian Baltic threat during Washington power vacuum
'Russia is not a superpower, it's a super problem,' said Lithuanian foreign minister.
Tom Porter Nov 18, 2016
EU ministers plan to enhance defence and security without competing with Nato
EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said the plan is not to create an EU army or a military headquarters.
Nandini Krishnamoorthy Nov 15, 2016
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