Russia Considering Changes to Nuclear Doctrine – Kremlin

Moscow needs to take “thoughtful, coordinated, and effective” measures to contain NATO, presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. Russian policymakers are considering making adjustments to the country’s nuclear doctrine in response to rising tensions with NATO, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov…
Germany Explains Decision to Host US Long-Range Missiles

Defense chief Boris Pistorius says the recently announced deployment will give Berlin time to develop similar weapons of its own. The deployment of US long-range missiles to Germany will allow Berlin time to develop similar weapons of its own, Defense…
Germany Forced to Water Down ‘Compulsory’ Military Draft Plans

Conscription proposal sparks unease among ruling coalition members. The German government is being pressured by its junior coalition member FDP to throw out the ‘compulsory’ elements of its upcoming military conscription law, which is set to be implemented some time…