The departure of the White House's chief expert on Europe could shift power dynamics within the National Security Council, potentially strengthening Marc Rubio's influence on US policy.

Malaysia's National Security Council announced that all military exercises will adhere to strict safety and coordination measures. This ensures the safety of participants and the public during drills.

The Greek Government Council of National Security (KYSEA) met to discuss defense programs, Greek-Turkish relations, Middle East issues, and regional developments. Key topics included Skaramangas, Bergamini, additional armored vehicles for Lebanon, and the return of Patriot missiles from Bulgaria and Karpathos.

South Korea's Cheong Wa Dae held a working-level National Security Council meeting and concluded that an "external strike" was responsible for an explosion on an HMM vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. This finding suggests an external force was behind the incident.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council has reportedly warned that popular protests may become inevitable, as the country's economy struggles under a two-week-old US naval blockade.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced plans to convene the National Security Council soon to address the country's energy and fuel supply situation.

National Security Council  The Daily Star

President Zajkova, attending the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, has requested an urgent National Security Council meeting. She seeks a clear strategy to address impending financial shocks.

The Philippines' National Security Council is scheduled to hold a press conference to discuss recent developments concerning the Ayungin Shoal.

Questions have been raised regarding why Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić did not convene a National Security Council meeting after explosives were discovered near gas infrastructure in Kanjiža, Serbia.

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and President Zoran Milanović have co-signed invitations to convene sessions of the National Security Council and the Defense Council, scheduled to be held on Wednesday, April 1.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and President Zoran Milanović have agreed to hold a joint session of the National Security Council and the Defense Council on April 1st, with the agenda set and invitations to be sent out.

Slovenian Prime Minister Golob has convened a National Security Council meeting for Thursday, inviting the President and leaders of all parliamentary parties, as he announced during his election campaign.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu held a press conference after a National Security Council meeting to discuss measures aimed at combating cross-border crime, including arms and human trafficking.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has convened a meeting of the National Security Council for March 23 to discuss necessary measures to combat cross-border crime.

Greece's Governmental Council for National Security (KYSEA) is scheduled to convene on Monday at the Maximos Mansion, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Communications expert Jerko Trogrlić commented on the conflict between Croatian Prime Minister Plenković and President Milanović regarding the National Security Council (VNS) session. Trogrlić criticized their behavior, likening it to elementary school children and stating they prioritize ego over the state.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović announced that the National Security and Defense Council meeting would not be held soon, stating that Prime Minister Plenković had rejected him four times, but affirmed the meeting would eventually take place.

The day was marked by the death of the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council and the leader of the Basij militia. Tehran retaliated and attacked Tel Aviv. The war causes resignations in US intelligence.

Tuvo Austrumu reģionā jau trešo nedēļu turpinās karadarbība, kas sākās pēc ASV un Izraēlas triecieniem Irānai.

New recordings, lawsuits, a meeting of the National Security Council secretariat, where the Prime Minister Robert Golob will be informed of the SOVA report in the Black Cube case and related recordings that...

Britain has launched an investigation into a leak from National Security Council discussions concerning the possible use of U.K. military bases by the United States in a war with Iran.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has penned a letter addressed to 'Muslims of the world,' which is being interpreted as a combination of rebuke, theological indictment, and strategic appeal.

Slovenia is grappling with questions about political manipulation ahead of elections, with concerns raised over whether democracy and national security are being held hostage by political battles, prompting debate on the necessity of a National Security Council meeting.

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, responded to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after Hegseth's claims that Iran's leaders are hiding, by sharing footage...

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that being part of the EU, even without voting rights, would make Serbia very happy, as he prepared to meet with the National Security Council to discuss energy security.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council came of age during the tremulous years of pre-revolutionary Iran

Justice Secretary David Lammy has condemned the leak of details from a top-secret UK national security council meeting concerning US attacks on Iran and cabinet divisions over the use of British bases, calling for an inquiry.

The National Security Council emphasizes that security issues should not be politicized but resolved through bipartisan efforts to protect Malaysia from foreign influence.

Austria's Crisis Security Cabinet and National Security Council have convened, likely to discuss a significant national or international crisis, though the specific topic is not detailed.

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ (TRNC) National Security Council convened Monday under President Tufan Erhürman to assess regional developments following joint U.S.-Israel...

Following the escalation in the Middle East, Austria's National Security Council has been convened due to an 'increased threat situation,' though an expert does not anticipate a wave of terror in Europe.

National Security Council to convene following Iran attacks  eKathimerini.com

US envoy Steve Witkoff has announced talks with Rustem Umierov, Ukraine's National Security Council secretary, in Geneva on possible paths towards a peace deal

Border Patrol Fired Army Lasers At Party Balloons, Forcing El Paso Air Traffic Shutdown On Wednesday, after the FAA suddenly shut down airspace over El Paso, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the unsettling move was prompted by a "cartel drone incursion," and assured Americans that "the threat has been neutralized." However, that shutdown, which impeded everything from commercial air traffic to medevac helicopter flights, was actually caused by a trigger-happy border Border Patrol unit firing a US Army laser weapon at a party balloon, not far from El Paso International Airport.  The introduction of the weapon into a border-security role without FAA approval may have violated federal law. The proposal for arming the border patrol with the anti-drone weapon was first presented to Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg in the spring of 2025, sources tell the New York Times. The goal was the interdiction of drones used to smuggle drugs across the frontier. According to two people, Pentagon staff cautioned that the idea would require approval of the FAA and Transportation Department, but Feinberg said the Pentagon was free to do what it wanted with the weapons. The Pentagon called their account "a total fabrication."  In a Feb 6 email obtained by the Times, the FAA's chief lawyer warned a DOD official that putting the weapon into the border-enforcement mix without restricting the airspace "a grave risk of fatalities or permanent injuries” to civilians flying overhead.  CPB officers reportedly fired an AeroVironment LOCUST laser counter-drone weapon on loan from the US Army (AeroVironment photo) In the predawn hours on Monday, Feb 9, as military service members observed, Customs and Border Protection officers fired the laser weapon at what they assumed was a drone near Fort Bliss, but it was actually a metallic party balloon. Around 5pm that day, a DOD official emailed an FAA lawyer, reiterating the Pentagon's stance that prior FAA approval wasn't needed, and that the laser weapons would continue to be employed on the border, adding that he "looked forward" to a meeting to discuss the topic.  FAA officials were said to be outraged. Early Tuesday evening, the FAA warned the Pentagon and National Security Council that an FAA-mandated shutdown of airspace near El Paso was imminent. Then came the extraordinary order from FAA administrator Bryan Bedford that airspace above El Paso would be closed for 10 days. The "temporary flight restriction notice" forbid any flights below 18,000 feet in the affected area. An angry El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson said the "unnecessary" airspace shutdown, which lasted a few hours, caused "chaos and confusion," including the diversion of medevac flights to Las Cruces, New Mexico. Bedford rescinded the order on Wednesday.   The laser weapon was fired a balloon approaching Fort Bliss, which is immediately adjacent to El Paso International Airport The incident has intensified pre-existing tension between the DOD and the FAA, which goes back to the disastrous January 2025 collision between an American Airlines jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter that killed 67 people. At least two near-misses with Army helicopters followed.  While it's been widely and credibly reported that CPB fired at a party balloon, the administration has yet to officially rescind its claims about a "cartel drone incursion." Meanwhile, the safety question hangs heavy in the air. In October 2024, an official at US Northern Command said safety concerns were, at the time, keeping lasers off the table where drone interdiction was concerned:  “The biggest thing right now is the impact of the laser when it moves beyond its target. You know, how far is it going? What’s that going to do? How long does the laser need to remain on target before it begins to inflict damage and so on, right?”  It's far from clear if those questions have since been satisfactorily answered. To the extent they're still being sorted out, maybe that process shouldn't be taking place next to El Paso International Airport.  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 13:25

Richard Anthounma Jakpa, Director of Special Operations at the National Security Council Secretariat, has urged urgent investment in irrigation dams across Ghana's Upper West Region to unlock agricultural potential and combat youth unemployment.

An article explains the intricate process of decision-making in Iran, detailing how negotiators follow a mandate set by the Supreme National Security Council and approved by the Supreme Leader.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has convened a meeting of the National Security Council to discuss various agenda topics. Sandu also commented on the complexity and political challenges of administrative-territorial reform.

The National Security Council (NSC) of the Philippines has issued a warning that corruption and policy uncertainty are weakening the nation's resilience to external shocks. The NSC described these issues as internal vulnerabilities that exacerbate various crises.

Brigadier General (res.) Prof. Yaakov Nagel, former acting head of Israel's National Security Council, has stated that Israel must pursue a strategy of 'prevention and offense'.

The secretary of Russia's National Security Council stated that Russia does not rule out annexing Transnistria, accusing Kyiv and Chisinau of threatening the 220,000 Russian citizens in the separatist Moldovan region.

Niemiecki rząd szykuje pakiet ratunkowy dla rynku paliw, który zakłada czasową obniżkę podatku od benzyny i diesla.

German politician Friedrich Merz stated that the National Security Council should convene to discuss the energy crisis, while also assuring that the country's energy supply remains secured despite a tense market situation.

The District Prosecutor's Office in Lublin has launched an investigation into potential dereliction of duty by public officials concerning a restricted National Security Council meeting attended by BBN head Sławomir Cenckiewicz.

Türkiye's National Security Council reaffirmed its commitment to achieving a 'terror-free Türkiye' and region, warning that ongoing wars and provocations in neighboring areas will not derail these efforts.

Former minister Vesna Škare Ožbolt commented on the National Security Council meeting, interpreting the silence that followed as a positive sign indicating an agreement between the President and the Prime Minister.

Croatian Minister Butković stated his expectation for a constructive meeting of the National Security Council and Defense, scheduled for April 1st.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović has accepted Prime Minister Plenković's proposal to convene a joint session of the National Security Council and the Defense Council, scheduled to take place next week.

Mohamed Zolgadr, described as a hardliner and revolutionary guard, has been appointed as the new head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, succeeding Ali Lariyani.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called the US-Israeli war on Iran a 'breach of international law.' Amid these developments, Iran has appointed Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, an ex-Revolutionary Guard commander, as the new secretary of its Supreme National Security Council.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced that Moldova is prepared to join the 'coalition of the willing,' an alliance of countries committed to supporting Ukraine, following a meeting of the National Security Council.

The Greek Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) is convening today at 11:00 AM, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, to discuss armaments and the evolving situation in the Middle East.

Greece is implementing changes to its National Security Council, signaling a hardening of the regime to address potential resistance or objections from the public or opposition.

Croatian opposition lawmakers have expressed approval for an upcoming meeting between President Milanović and Prime Minister Plenković for a National Security Council session, emphasizing the importance of their discussion on the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, regardless of the exact timing.

Palestinian resistance factions mourn the martyrdom of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) chief Ali Larijani.

The Internal Security Agency (ABW) has informed the prosecutor's office about the possibility of a crime committed concerning a meeting of the National Security Council, as announced by Jacek Dobrzyński, spokesperson for the Minister Coordinator of Special Services.

The head of the Iranian army, General Amir Hatami, announced today that the Islamic Republic will 'take revenge' for the death of the head of the Islamic Republic's national security council...

Iran has experienced a significant blow to its leadership after Israel claimed responsibility for airstrikes that killed two top Iranian officials, including the head of the National Security Council.

The National Security Council secretary, whom Israel claims to have killed, played a key role in the nuclear agreement and the crackdown on protests

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has warned of what he described as a possible conspiracy aimed at blaming Iran for a major terrorist attack.

Discussions in Slovenia question whether democracy and national security are hostages of political battles, prompting calls for a National Security Council meeting. Political actors are engaging in diverse debates on key national issues, from economy and social policy to security challenges, with a unique six-party confrontation highlighting different perspectives ahead of elections.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s National Security Council, responded to Mr. Trump, saying if Iran’s electricity grid is targeted, “the whole region will go dark”

Ali Larijani, head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that the potential election of Mojtaba Khamenei as successor to his father as Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic has caused 'despair' in the United States and Israel.

The Chinese embassy in Manila denied allegations yesterday that China has been tapping Filipinos for its espionage activities in the Philippines, which the National Security Council (NSC) earlier said has resulted in the arrest of at least three Filipinos.

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani warned the United States not to send ground troops to Iran, reacting sharply to statements by American officials about...

The National Security Council reported uncovering a serious national security issue where Filipinos are allegedly being used by China to conduct espionage operations within the country.

Željka Cvijanović, a member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, met with a special assistant to US President Donald Trump and a senior director for Europe and Russia at the National Security Council in the White House.

The Israeli Defense Forces reportedly struck Iranian government complex buildings in Tehran, including the President's office and the Supreme National Security Council headquarters.

Austrian politician Herbert Kickl has called for a meeting of the National Security Council to address current security concerns.

An unmanned drone struck RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus shortly after midnight, causing limited damage. The UK and Cyprus confirmed the incident, and Cyprus's National Security Council convened to monitor the situation.

Cyprus Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas has categorically denied reports that Iranian missiles were fired towards Cyprus, directly contradicting claims made by UK Defence Secretary John Healey.

Twenty-nine years have passed since Türkiye’s Feb. 28, 1997, National Security Council (MGK) meeting, widely described as a “postmodern coup,” a process that reshaped the country’s...

Nebojša Vuksanović, advisor to the President of Montenegro, expressed regret over the lack of National Security Council meetings and emphasized the need to address systemic anomalies, citing the Army of Montenegro's forced withdrawal from a mission.

The Secretariat of the National Security Council is holding a session focused solely on a report from the Director General of Police regarding the forensic investigation of recordings in the "Black Cube affair."

AI company Anthropic reportedly refused a request from a Chinese think tank for access to its powerful 'Mythos' AI model, which can find software vulnerabilities, prompting alarm from the White House National Security Council.

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka, has lifted the curfew imposed on several communities in Ghana's Gushegu District with immediate effect, following advice from the National Security Council and improved security.

Germany's National Security Council confirms the current energy supply is secure but is preparing for a potential crisis by establishing a new committee to monitor the supply situation.

The Minister for the Interior has announced a revision to curfew hours in several communities within Ghana's Gushegu District, acting on advice from the National Security Council.

High fuel prices and potential supply shortages are expected to be discussed 'promptly' by Germany's National Security Council, according to Chancellor Merz, with the Economy Minister already meeting aviation industry representatives today.

Latvia's National Security Council has issued a warning against the use of digital platforms that could pose risks to the legitimacy of the upcoming Saeima elections. The council stated that such platforms are unacceptable.

Portugal's national security oversight council (CFSIRP) has expressed concerns over a lack of resources, increased threats, and difficulties in recruiting and retaining specialists, which are impacting the operational capacity of its intelligence services.

Slovenia's National Security Council met to discuss the current energy situation in the country and internationally, emphasizing the need for timely and coordinated action to address an impending energy crisis, including issues of security and supply reliability.

The new head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Mojtaba Khamenei, is facing critical tests including war, repression, and potential negotiations with the US.

A drone suspected of originating from Belarus has crashed in Lithuania, prompting the Lithuanian National Security Council to address the intrusion into its territory on Tuesday.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu held a press conference on March 23 following a meeting of the National Security Council, where participants discussed combating transnational crime and security threats.

The Greek government is preparing to announce interventions aimed at addressing the economic consequences of the Middle East war, following Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis convening an emergency session of the National Security Council to tackle the escalating energy crisis.

A session of Serbia's National Security Council will be held tomorrow to address the global rise in energy prices.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović reiterated his criticism of Israel's policies, stating that Israel cannot be a partner to Croatia and that National Security Council sessions would not change his stance.

MILANOVIĆ postponed the Council session, demanding thorough preparation and discussion of military issues exclusively with Plenković.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with journalist and author Scott Anderson about Iran's power structure after the killing of Ali Larijani, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has sent a letter to President Zoran Milanović proposing that meetings of the National Security Council and the Defense Council be convened between March 23 and 27, citing numerous topics for discussion. This request was made today, suggesting the meetings occur on the same day of the week.

Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob discussed the Black Cube scandal with the director of SOVA, and a SOVA report on the visit of Black Cube representatives will be reviewed by the National Security Council secretariat.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, claims a plan has been devised for an incident similar to 9/11 in America, for which Iran would be blamed.

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, responded to threats from US President Donald Trump about attacking Iran's power grid, stating that the entire region would be plunged into darkness if Washington were to carry out such an action.

The head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, stated today that the United States and Israel are seeking the "dissolution" of the Islamic Republic. Head...

MEP Radan Kanev of DSB urged President Iliana Yotova to convene the Consultative Council for National Security (KSNS) to discuss Bulgaria's participation in negotiations for a French nuclear umbrella, suggesting former head of state Rumen Radev also be invited.

The National Security Council is coordinating actions around the clock, and President Nikos Christodoulides participates in person whenever necessary, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis…

The National Security Council confirms that Chinese nationals were recruiting Filipinos in government to access top defense and security information, and these operations have been 'addressed and terminated'.

Belgium's National Security Council is scheduled to meet to discuss the repatriation of Belgians from the Middle East, the terrorist threat, and economic risks.

The Israel Defense Forces reportedly struck buildings within a government complex in Tehran overnight, including the office of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and the headquarters of the Supreme National Security Council.

National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani contradicts Trump, as the death toll in Iran rises to 555

Following an extraordinary meeting of the National Security Council, Cyprus's government spokesman stated that the country continues to be a pillar of security and humanitarian contribution in the region.

Rabat – Iran’s Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, threatened that Tehran will launch attacks against the US and Israel with force that “they have never experienced…

South Korea’s National Security Council convened an emergency meeting Saturday to coordinate a governmentwide response to US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Iran’s retaliatory attacks, as officials…

Japanese Prime Minister Takamichi (likely Kishida) discussed the government's role in approving the transfer of defense equipment overseas, emphasizing strict review by the National Security Council.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is considering revising the five categories that limit the transfer of defense equipment overseas, potentially allowing the National Security Council to decide on transfers of lethal weapons.