NATO

Poland's minister says Russia presents an 'existential threat' to Europe after the annexation of Ukraine.

The jets allegedly flew simulated attack passes near a US guided missile destroyer.

Sources say attack was so severe Swedish authorities informed NATO members from neighbouring countries.

In past few days Russian military has flown jets and helicopters close to the warship in the Baltic Sea.

US and allies were caught flat-footed by chaotic aftermath that gave Isis a foothold.

The US military said it would deploy rotations of armoured brigade combat teams.

Seselj burnt EU and NATO flags outside a courtroom in Belgrade.

British patrol boats will try to target people smugglers as EU leaders meet for urgent talks to discuss crisis.

Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship RFA Mounts Bay will act as a patrol boat and deterrent in the deadly waters.

Philip Breedlove says Islamic State militants 'spreading like cancer' among refugees.

In a rare accusation by a Nato country, top intelligence chief blames China for hacking and espionage.

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has claimed Nato's stance towards Russia is hostile.

Carter says the nuclear weapons are 'important part of the deterrent structure of Nato'.

Putin says the armed forces had shown themselves ready to defend Russia.

The operation is about stopping 'human trafficking and criminal networks'.

The Polish are concerned about Russian expansion in Eastern Europe after the Ukraine crisis.

Backed by an increase in US military spending, Nato plans to boost its presence in eastern Europe.

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon vows UK will send 'a strong message to our enemies' with the latest deployment.

Berlin and Ankara jointly condemn Russian air strikes in Syria during Merkel's Turkey visit.

An Afghan Commander said that most of the district had already been taken.

Stoltenberg said Moscow's actions are wrecking any prospects of talks to end the war.

Russian military exercises 'have reached levels not seen since the end of the Cold War,' says report.

Appeal Court rules in favour of Serdar Mohammed saying his detention breached Nato guidelines.

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon will make the personnel commitment in a speech in Edinburgh.

Security document issued by President Vladimir Putin also lists threat from bio weapons.

Nato troops withdrew from Sangin in 2014 as war in Afghanistan wound down.

Battle for Sangin rages as UK military personnel redeployed to Helmand Province.

Internal damage to black box means more time needed before it can be deciphered.

Deputy Defence Minister Tomasz Szatkowski had earlier said Poland was in talks to join the programme.

If a Polish request was approved, the country would be able to borrow arms.