With the gradual decline of the West’s dominance, including Europe as a major part of it, the

British troops will be sent to help protect countries in eastern Europe if Russia invades Ukraine

The favourite to become Germany’s next Chancellor has warned Europe must be ready to defend itself

In the US view, the military deployments in Central and Eastern Europe are protecting national

The Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian military base close to the border with Poland has raised new fears that Nato could be drawn into the conflict.– What is Nato?... The conflict explained Sign The Independent’s petition to help the people of Ukraine In 1955, West Germany was permitted to join, prompting the Soviet Union to form the rival Warsaw Pact marking the two sides in the Cold War.– What is Nato’s purpose?... It has since expanded further and now has 30 members. The move has led to

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After the end of the Cold War, the US established itself as sole the global player. Together with the US, NATO also expanded its power, even though it had to set itself new goals with the fall of the Soviet Union.

unveiled Tuesday a new strategy to combat growing antisemitism in Europe with plans to better tackle

Terror in Western Europe has already become a part of everyday life. Nobody feels safe.