Business, News Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans May 3, 2026 The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
‘Time to get serious on defense’: A moment of truth for NATO as leaders seek unity on spending hike NATO members have been facing pressure, particularly from ally Washington, to more than double their defense spending target.
Oil prices slide after US-Iran deal announced Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
Mining firms power UK stocks to record high after 50% U.S. copper tariff confirmed London-listed miners popped Thursday with the coppor market in turmoil, as investors digested better economic news from China.