Russia war is "close"—Finland presidential candidate
"It's very important that NATO is ready and focused," Pekka Haavisto told Newsweek in an exclusive interview.
Putin's Kh-47 "Dagger" missiles may be losing their edge
Ukrainian forces have proved able to intercept the missiles once touted by the Kremlin as "invincible."
Putin's NATO ally has overplayed his hand
Russia's "Trojan horse" within Europe now appears unable, or unwilling, to stop imminent NATO expansion.
Russian tank disappears in "catastrophic" detonation: Ukraine video
Fierce combat and high casualties persist along the 600-mile front despite the onset of a freezing winter.
Avdiivka on edge as Russians proclaim 'breakthrough'
The fortified Donetsk town has been a focus of Russian attacks in recent months, with Moscow's troops attempting to surround the strategic settlement.
Gaza crisis update: Israel scrambles for solutions
The Israeli government is suffering a costly week on the battlefield and political turmoil on the domestic front.
US laughs off Putin Alaska reports: "He's not getting it back"
A Kremlin decree issued last week prompted ultranationalists to call for fresh Russian expansionism.
Kadyrov's troops clash with Russian soldiers in occupied Melitopol: Video
The video of the purported clash is prompting a scandal in Russia, according to one pro-war military blogger.
Putin's decree triggers ominous Alaska calls
The president has ordered authorities to register all Russian real estate holdings abroad, including those dating back to the Soviet and imperial eras.
NATO misses pivotal military target
Alliance leaders warn that a direct war with Russia is becoming more likely, but defense spending is lagging.
Ukraine war map shows Russia's 'confirmed gains' on three fronts
Russian forces appear set on fresh offensives despite the onset of winter and reported high casualties.
NATO braces for Donald Trump returning "with a vengeance"
The former president shows no sign of easing his first-term criticism of an alliance he reportedly threatened to withdraw from.
Ex-Netanyahu aide predicts how long Israel's "cleaning" of Gaza will last
Israeli forces will continue operations in the devastated Strip "every day" for the foreseeable future, former national security adviser Yaakov Amidror said.
Europe's pro-Putin faction is growing
The populist leaders of Hungary and Slovakia are joining forces to stymie European Union funds earmarked for Ukraine.
Kremlin admits support for Putin "may vary" amid youth vote pressure
Support for the Russian leader is "definitely high," Dmitry Peskov told Newsweek, as the Kremlin lays the groundwork for a March electoral success.
Why Russia air force's "severe loss" may be work of US Patriot ambush
A Ukrainian military spokesman said the allegedly downed A-50 was Moscow's "eyes" over the battlefield.
"Clan war" breaking out inside Putin's close circle: ISW
Powerful Kremlin factions are reportedly jostling for influence as the March presidential elections approach.
What are Beriev A-50s? Rare Russian $300M recon jet 'downed' over Azov Sea
Kyiv claims to have shot down a valuable Russian warning and control aircraft on Sunday, though some reports have blamed friendly fire from Russian forces.
Exclusive: Iran issues Houthi warning to US—"justified" targets
Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani told Newsweek that the U.S. and U.K. have put themselves in danger of retaliation.
How Houthi 'hornet's nest' may sting US
Middle East expert Bilal Saab told Newsweek that Joe Biden was left to choose "the least bad option" in deciding how to react to recent Houthi attacks.
Ukraine gets double boost from NATO allies
President Volodymyr Zelensky is pushing hard for more money and weapons to continue Kyiv's defensive war.
Pentagon firepower on show amid Yemen strikes
American fighters and vessels attacked 60 Houthi targets overnight with British help, according to the U.S. military.
Clock ticking for Israel with victory elusive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the country needs more time to root out Hamas, but pressure is building for results.
Seized oil tanker heading toward Iran, UK says
The vessel was hijacked by unidentified armed individuals in the Gulf of Oman early on Thursday.
Ukraine war map shows Russian push for new "buffer zone" in Kharkiv
Repeated attacks on the Russian border city of Belgorod have renewed calls for a new operation on the northeastern front.
Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden have a shared headache
The two leaders are embarking on very different, but nonetheless pivotal, reelection efforts in 2024.
NATO hits major equipment target
The transatlantic alliance ticked off a decade-long goal last year, one that speaks to a challenging and dangerous future.
Next NATO member commits troops to Russia border after 200-year neutrality
Sweden, still waiting to become a full member, will send "ground combat units" to NATO's eastern frontier.
Putin ally could soon be in charge of European Council
The head of the European Union body plans to stand down early, setting off a scramble to find his replacement.
Israel warns of 'ruin' for Hezbollah, Lebanon amid US peace push
"Either Hezbollah backs away or we will push it away," government spokesperson Eylon Levy told Newsweek of the tense situation along the Israel-Lebanon border.