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Oct 26, 2026 at 8:09 PM ET
Five European NATO ministers pledge greater defence role
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Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Britain said on Monday they were ready to take greater responsibility for Europe's security while calling the United States an “indispensable ally.” After talks in Paris, they pledged closer cooperation with Washington; the discussions covered Ukraine, air defence and industrial scale.
WHO: Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Britain
WHAT: The five ministers pledged greater responsibility for Europe's security and closer cooperation with Washington.
WHEN: Oct 26, 2026
WHERE: Paris, France
WHY: The ministers met to discuss strengthening Europe's defence role, including Ukraine, air defence and industrial scale.
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