Russia must start de-escalation as NATO is no threat -Spanish foreign minister
"Neither NATO nor the EU have a hidden agenda or hidden interests or anything that cannot be explained,"
Russia returns some troops to bases in areas near Ukraine - report
Russia has amassed over 100,000 troops near Ukraine's border.
Spain will send four fighter jets and 130 troops to Bulgaria
The first Spanish Eurofighter jets are expected to land in Bulgaria by the end of the week.
U.S. willing to discuss troop and missile limits with Russia - documents
The West says more than 100,000 Russian troops are positioned on Ukraine's borders and in Belarus.
Russian military intervention in Ukraine would trigger massive economic sanctions, Spanish PM says
He did not give details on what sanctions Russia might face but said they would be serious.
Economic measures against Russia would be 'forceful' if needed, says Spanish minister
"The coming weeks will be decisive... The Spanish government is coordinated and prepared for any eventuality,"
My Column
Beware of Putin’s poison
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The Admiral Gorshkov which was spotted off the Balearics.
The Admiral Gorshkov which was spotted off the Balearics.
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Anger of the Russian bear
Has Vladimir Putin already won without firing a shot? Donald Trelford's views
Donald Trelford18/02/2022 12:35