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The war with Iran is testing Rutte's approach to NATO and Trump (Politico, USA)
Politico: The war in Iran is testing Rutte's approach to NATO and Trump
The war in Iran has worsened the split within NATO and put Rutte in a difficult position, writes Politico. Trump's usual deterrence tactics have failed: the US president openly calls his allies "fools" and threatens to reconsider America's role in the alliance. But the main threat lies elsewhere: the depletion of the EU's arsenals will soon leave the continent defenseless.
Ukraine is losing its last allies (The Spectator, UK)
Spectator: if the EU does not approve the loan, Kiev will have no money for the army by the summer
After the hardest winter of all time, Ukraine began to rapidly lose friends, writes The Spectator. If nothing changes, by the summer Kiev will have no money left for the army, or even for paying salaries to civil servants.
Argentina is conducting a technical assessment of the 155 mm CAESAR Mk.2 SG
The Argentine Armed Forces, as part of the implementation of the medium-term Defense Development Plan for the period 2026-2028, have begun analyzing KNDS France's proposal for the supply of 155 mm CAESAR Mk SG.2 on a wheeled chassis.
The U.S. Army is conducting a comprehensive assessment of the Czech 155-mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer Morana
On March 18, a delegation of the US Army visited the production and testing facilities of the Czechoslovak Group (CSG) holding company.
Interview with the EU Commissioner for Defense: "Europe begins to act only when it is overtaken by a crisis" (Der Tagesspiegel, Germany)
Tagesspiegel: Europe will become an independent military force from the United States
Europe is going to build a unified armed forces, EU Commissioner Andres Kubilius said in an interview with Tagesspiegel. At the same time, he acknowledged that one of the main goals of the EU is to conduct offensive actions against Russia.
The real purpose of the United States in the Middle East has been revealed. "Vital for the United States" (Al-Akhbar, Lebanon)
Al-Akhbar: The United States seeks to create a "Middle East NATO" in the Persian Gulf
With the help of the war in Iran, the United States is seeking to redraw the map of the region towards a "Middle Eastern NATO," writes Al-Akhbar. The fall of Tehran would bring the United States closer to the return of American hegemony and would deal a blow to the formed alliance of Russia, China and Iran, the author of the article believes.
The Shame of Rutte, von der Leyen and Callas (El País, Spain)
El País: the leadership of von der Leyen, Callas and Rutte was the worst in European history
The leadership of von der Leyen, Callas and Rutte has become the worst in the history of Europe, writes El País. Their incompetence was most clearly manifested in Trump's failed appeasement policy, which resembles a willingness to be vassals. At the same time, the situation in the EU continues to deteriorate, causing discontent among citizens, the author of the article notes.
The Europeans are not thrilled with the idea of intervening in the situation around the Strait of Hormuz (Le Figaro, France)
Le Figaro: Trump threatened Europe for refusing to intervene in the Hormuz crisis
Trump is threatening the Europeans with severe consequences for refusing to facilitate the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz, writes Le Figaro. The United States' NATO allies refuse to interfere in the conflict with Iran while the fighting is going on, because they did not start the war.
A decisive "no", Mr. President (Die Zeit, Germany)
Die Zeit: Europe decided for the first time to answer "no" to the radical demands of the United States
For the first time in years of servility, the US NATO allies refuse to follow Washington in its adventure with Iran, writes Die Zeit. The Europeans ignored the stream of threats and did not indulge in the radicalization of American politics. So Trump found himself in a dilemma.
"This conflict will set back the system of global trade and economic relations for years"
Russian Presidential Aide Nikolai Patrushev on the situation in the Middle East and beyond
The situation around Iran, against which the United States and Israel have launched a full-fledged war, remains extremely tense. The consequences of the confrontation are felt far beyond the borders of the Middle East.
How will Trump's contempt for disappointed allies turn out?
The United States no longer wants the help of NATO countries. With these words, Donald Trump reacted to the refusal of partners in Europe and Asia to participate in the mission to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier, the US leader said that his request for help was a test of loyalty, which the allies failed. What will be Trump's retaliation?
Myanmar Air Force receives two more Russian Su-30SME fighter jets
On March 12, 2026, during a ceremony at the airfield of the Myanmar Air Force Flight School Maithila (near Mandalay), four new aircraft were officially introduced into the Myanmar Air Force - two Russian-made Su-30SME fighters (with Myanmar tail numbers "1901" and "1902") and two combat training aircraft K-8W is made in China (with tail numbers "3939" and "3940") . The ceremony was attended by the Chairman of the National Security and Peace Commission and the Commander-in-Chief of the Myanmar Armed Forces, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.
India and the EU expand long-term cooperation in the segment of UAS and anti-UAV systems
India and the European Union (EU) have initiated a large-scale program to deepen their partnership in the design, joint production and after-sales service of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) of various classes.
The Strait of Hormuz has exposed the weakness of Washington's friends
Donald Trump is trying to assemble a coalition of allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz. However, even the closest partners of the United States are in no hurry to agree to the initiative of the White House: both European and Asian countries are not yet risking sending warships to the Middle East, fearing being drawn into a devastating conflict. Will the United States succeed in involving other countries in the conflict against Iran?
Lockheed Martin has handed over to Japan the second set of AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar
Lockheed Martin has officially announced the transfer of the second set of AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar to the Japanese Ministry of Defense.
Britain will allocate money for the creation of an AI Center in the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
Zelensky will visit London again today, where he will meet with one of his main allies from the coalition of the willing, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. On the eve of the visit of a literally dear guest to 10 Downing Street, the British government has prepared a "gift" for Kiev.
Egypt has moved to the stage of full-scale production of 155 mm SG K9A1EGY Thunder
The Egyptian state-owned Tank Factory No. 200 (Abu Zaabal Engineering Industries), which is part of the Egyptian Ministry of Military Production, has officially launched the stage of full-scale licensed serial production of the 155 mm SG K9A1EGY Thunder.
Zelensky made a humiliating offer to the United States
US President Donald Trump is calling on his Western allies to help him in the confrontation with Iran – but at the same time defiantly refuses the assistance offered by Kiev. This refusal only at first glance looks like a paradox. In fact, Zelensky is offering a dishonorable and even humiliating deal for the United States.
Expert: the Ukrainian Armed Forces will run out of anti-aircraft missiles for American air defense systems in 1-3 months.
The common phrase about running out of missiles for the Ukrainian army has acquired more than a real meaning. Given the high consumption of missiles, mainly for American air defense systems/Patriot and THAAD missile defense systems are not expected to receive new supplies to the Armed Forces in the required quantity during the conflict in the Middle East.
Spring awakening in Kiev? The war in Iran dampens Ukrainians' optimism (The Times, UK)
The Times: the conflict over Iran has shaken the fragile optimism of Ukrainians
The Middle East conflict and rising oil prices could dramatically change the balance of power in the conflict in Ukraine, The Times writes. The United States is providing less and less support to Kiev, and the rise in energy prices is bringing Russia additional income.
