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Merz warns Munich Security Conference freedom 'is no longer a given' in stark remarks

Speaking at the opening of three days of high-stakes diplomacy, the German Chancellor delivered a stark diagnosis of a global order "under destruction".

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Munich Security Conference 2026: 'You also need us,' Kallas tells the US

Follow our live blog as we bring you updates for three days of talks on global security, war in Ukraine and the future of transatlantic relations.

António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, says it's a 'non-issue'

"Enhanced cooperation is not an issue," António Costa dials back two-speed Europe debate, saying unity among member states will prevail.


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US orders its largest aircraft carrier to Middle East in show of force to Tehran

The USS Gerald R Ford, the world’s most advanced carrier, is redeployed to the Middle East as Washington signals it is keeping military options open on Iran.