European security architecture stories

Sep 18, 2026

Slovak PM Robert Fico accuses Western politicians of seeking NATO-Russia conflict

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico claimed some Western politicians are seeking conflict between NATO and Russia following what he called a "failed" strategy to defeat Moscow in Ukraine. He also cast doubt on NATO's Article 5 mutual defense clause, saying Slovakia doesn't want war "because of some Article 5."

Sep 18, 20265 sources

Sep 14, 2026

Finland joins France's nuclear deterrent initiative

Finland has joined France's 'forward deterrence' initiative, extending nuclear cooperation to a country sharing a long border with Russia. The move deepens European defense ties as governments seek to bolster security against Russian threats.

Sep 14, 20266 sources