
Con Coughlin
Executive Defence and Foreign Affairs Editor at The Telegraph
Senior Editor at Al Majalla (English)
London-based writer on things that go bang in strange parts of the world
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2 days ago |
aol.co.uk | Con Coughlin
Three words sum up the hollowness of Sir Keir Starmer’s bold pledge to make the UK’s Armed Forces “battle ready” in the wake of the latest defence review. They have nothing to do with enhancing the defence of the realm. Time and again the ambitious programme, set out in the 144-page report, to revitalise our military after more than a decade of woeful decline is undermined by the catch-all caveat “when funding allows”.
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1 week ago |
yahoo.com | Con Coughlin
Donald Trump has warned Russia that it is “playing with fire” by persisting with its military offensive against Ukraine. This is all very well, but his threat will count for nothing unless it leads to the White House adopting a more robust attitude in its dealings with the Kremlin. Among the worst features of Trump’s involvement in the Ukraine conflict has been his inability to maintain a consistent line towards Vladimir Putin.
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1 week ago |
aol.co.uk | Con Coughlin
Donald Trump has warned Russia that it is “playing with fire” by persisting with its military offensive against Ukraine. This is all very well, but his threat will count for nothing unless it leads to the White House adopting a more robust attitude in its dealings with the Kremlin. Among the worst features of Trump’s involvement in the Ukraine conflict has been his inability to maintain a consistent line towards Vladimir Putin.
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1 week ago |
telegraph.co.uk | Con Coughlin
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1 week ago |
lucianne.com | Con Coughlin
Original ArticlePosted By: 4250Luis, 5/25/2025 6:07:47 AMFar from helping to end the war in Ukraine, all the indications suggest that US President Donald Trump's mediation efforts are not only prolonging the conflict, but increasing the likelihood that Russia will ultimately emerge victorious. Indeed, far from showing any interest in ending Russia's military offensive in Ukraine, the Russian leader has given every intention that he intends to continue fighting until victory has been achieved.
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Looks like the Iranians are getting really spooked that they will soon be attacked by the West... http://t.co/4MlZbxyM

ok, i've finally got with the programme. with a new government taking office, it seemed like a good day to start something new

William Hague is in Libya today trying to persuade the NTC to stop torturing pro-Gaddafi fighters. Best of luck! http://t.co/GS50bS2B